Association & Member Updates
Here you’ll find the latest announcements on Music Biz events & partnerships, our most recent podcasts & thought leadership articles, and updates on the newest companies to join our Association. If you’d like to receive updates like these sent directly to your inbox, sign up for our weekly news feed email today!
February 11, 2019 – [LEADERSHIP WEBINAR SERIES] — Session 1: Leadership Foundations
The entertainment space continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace — as executives, it’s important to evolve along with it! In the first session of our new four-part leadership series*, Certified Executive Coaches Adam Mirabella and Ilana Zivkovich will explore what fundamental characteristics make for strong leaders in our industry. Session 1: Leadership Foundations — Every leader is different, but all great… Read More
February 6, 2019 – In Memoriam — Roy Imber, Former NARM Chairman of the Board
The Music Business Association is very saddened to learn of the passing of longtime member and former Chairman of the Board Roy Imber. Roy was a Director on our then-NARM Board from 1983 to 1989, serving as the organization’s Chairman from 1986 to 1987. Roy operated the Record World/TSS Stores chain that received the Association’s… Read More
February 4, 2019 – New Member Profile: Alumbrado, Inc.
Please join us in welcoming Alumbrado, Inc. to the Music Biz community! The company’s primary service, Fantasy Music, is a mobile music app that lets users draft Hip-Hop and Rap artists into a team, similar to fantasy football. Users earn points whenever artists on their team make a splash in the industry. Users can compete… Read More
February 4, 2019 – Music Biz Member Burnside Distribution Turns 25
Congratulations to Music Biz member Burnside Distribution, the Portland, Oregon-based independent music distributor, on their 25th anniversary! Since 1994, Burnside has sold all types of music to independent stores, chain retailers and one-stops, and works with export partners around the world. “We love our labels, their artists and our retail friends who have supported us… Read More
January 30, 2019 – Music Business Association Releases Music Biz 2019 Conference Schedule With Apple Music’s Zane Lowe As Sunday Keynote
January 30, 2019 – Today, the Music Business Association (Music Biz) has announced the addition of Zane Lowe to the 2019 Music Biz Conference program. The GRAMMY-nominated producer, DJ, and Global Head of Artist Relations and Host for Apple Music will give a keynote interview on Sunday, May 5 at 5 PM. Music Biz 2019,… Read More
January 29, 2019 – Music Biz Member The Clio Music Awards Announces 2019 Awards Call for Entries
Music Biz member Clio Music Awards has announced a call for entries for the 2019 Clio Music Awards, a program dedicated to work spanning artist promotion, music marketing, brand collaborations, and the use of music in advertising. This year, the Clio Music honors will be awarded as part of the 60th Annual Clio Awards ceremony in… Read More
January 25, 2019 – [IN THE NEWS] — NY:LON Connect Day Two and Startup Showcase Recap
Day Two of NY:LON Connect 2019, powered by Music Ally and Music Biz, held a strong focus on the future of the industry, namely which emerging markets and innovative technologies will drive sustained growth for the music business across the globe. The day began with an overview presentation of the African market by iKECHUKWU Onuorah,… Read More
January 24, 2019 – [IN THE NEWS] — NY:LON Connect 2019 Day One Recap
This year’s NY:LON Connect global music summit, powered by Music Biz and Music Ally, kicked off this past Tuesday (January 22) at the offices of Reed Smith in London. Held strategically at the beginning of the year, the event’s program is set to guide the course of the industry as 2019 rolls on. Day One… Read More
January 22, 2019 – [WEBINAR SERIES] – Become a Future Leader of Entertainment
The entertainment space continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace. That’s why it is important to evolve as an executive. While it is key to have functional expertise in a certain part of the music business (retail, label sales & marketing, A&R, music tech), that is not enough to ensure a long career in our… Read More
January 22, 2019 – Music Industry Visionary and The Orchard Co-Founder Richard Gottehrer to Receive 2019 Music Biz Outstanding Achievement Award
The Music Business Association (Music Biz) has announced Richard Gottehrer, co-founder of independent distributor The Orchard, as the recipient of its 2019 Outstanding Achievement Award. Gottehrer will receive the Award at the Music Biz 2019 Conference’s Awards & Hall of Fame Dinner on Tuesday, May 7 at the JW Marriott Nashville. He will also present… Read More
