Music Biz 2024
Music Biz 2024
The Music Industry Lives Here, sponsored by Downtown and Keychange U.S., is a special destination that all attendees should make room for in their Music Biz 2024 schedule. Come by Griffin FGH and attend wellness activities and special group meet-ups, listen to panels featuring industry leaders, and learn how to partner with over 20 organizations doing social good in music.
Featured organizations include #iVoted, BMAC, The Cancer Platform, The Digilogue, Girls Who Listen, Girls Write Nashville, Gritty in Pink, Headcount, Live Nation Women, Mamas In Music, Music Managers Forum – US, New Roots Empower, NIVA, Noise For Now, RAMPD, She Is The Music, ShowUp, SOLID, This Must Be The Place, We Are Moving The Needle, We Make Noise, Women’s Audio Mission, Women In Music, and Women In Vinyl.
Also, check out the meetups, wellness activities and panels taking place here throughout the week:
9 – 10 AM CT
Pop-Up Recovering Meeting
Hosted by Slim M. | Coffee provided by Kill Rock Stars
A familiar-feeling support meeting for those in the recovery community. 12 step and all recovery models welcome – substance addictions and process addictions equally qualify. Share your truth and recharge your recovery batteries.
10 — 11 am CT
MEET-UP: Sereni-TEA Meet Up powered by The Teapot Legacy: Black Executives Connect, Reflect, Recharge
Hosted by Nina Teapot Owens, Music Exec. & Founder, The Teapot Legacy
The Sereni-Tea Meetup, presented by The Teapot Legacy. Join fellow Black executives for a moment of connection, reflection, and rejuvenation over a cup of tea amidst the bustling Music Biz scene.
12 – 1 PM CT
Artists, Music Producers and Engineers: How to Prepare and Make the Best Recordings
Hosted by Women’s Audio Mission
Join Women’s Audio Mission (WAM) for the opportunity to learn from Grammy-winning music producers and recording engineers on how to best prepare for and move your recording projects from preproduction to tracking, editing, mixing and mastering. Topics will include how to work with producers and recording engineers to make your music vision a reality and how to navigate studios and recording environments. Whether you are an artist, songwriter, musician, producer or recording engineer, this is a great opportunity to learn from the very best producers and engineers in the business.
– Terri Winston, Founder and Executive Director of Women’s Audio Mission
– Kazuri Arai, Producer, Engineer (Alicia Keys, Reba McEntire, Jack White)
– Maddie Harmon, Atmos Mix Engineer (Megadeth, Toby Keith, Noah Kahan, Kesha, Rihanna)
– Piper Payne, Mastering Engineer (Janis Ian, Dolly Parton) and owner, Physical Music Products vinyl pressing
1 – 2 PM CT
Songwriters and Producers, Assemble!
Hosted by SONA + We Make Noise
Join Songwriters of North America (SONA) for an informal networking hour with fellow songwriters! Get to know the songwriters and leaders of SONA and chat about the pressing issues facing songwriters today and what we can all do to protect and lift up songwriting as a profession.
We Make Noise harnesses the power of music and tech to advance global gender equity.
2 – 5 PM CT
GuestHaus Acoustic Live Sessions
Join GuestHaus for a LIVE recording session! Witness 4 emerging artists perform intimate sets and share their musical stories. Be part of the GuestHaus experience!
9 – 10 AM CT
Pop-Up Recovering Meeting
Hosted by Slim M. | Coffee provided by Kill Rock Stars
A familiar-feeling support meeting for those in the recovery community. 12 step and all recovery models welcome – substance addictions and process addictions equally qualify. Share your truth and recharge your recovery batteries.
10 – 11 AM CT
Morning Meditation w/ Guin Records
Join Guin Records for a morning mediation before the Music Biz madness. Hosted by VP of Artist Marketing & Wellness, Brandon Holman.
2 – 3 PM CT
Wellness In Music
Join wellness coach Marni Wandner, Lazuli Collective co-founder Brandon Holman, and clinical psychologist/Amber Health co-founder Chayim Newman for a series of facilitated breakout sessions discussing challenges and questions around mindfulness in the music industry.
3 – 4 PM CT
Publishers, Assemble!
Hosted by SONA
Join Songwriters of North America (SONA) for an informal networking hour with songwriters and publishers. Get to know the songwriters and leaders of SONA and chat about the pressing issues facing songwriters, publishers and copyright owners today and what we can all do to protect and lift up songwriting as a profession.
9 – 10 AM CT
Pop-Up Recovering Meeting
Hosted by Slim M. | Coffee provided by Kill Rock Stars
A familiar-feeling support meeting for those in the recovery community. 12 step and all recovery models welcome – substance addictions and process addictions equally qualify. Share your truth and recharge your recovery batteries.
10 – 11 AM CT
Meet The Managers
Hosted by Music Managers Forum – US | Coffee provided by GSB Music
Whether you’re a seasoned industry veteran or just starting your journey, “Meet the Managers” is a must-attend event for all music managers at Music Biz. This gathering offers a unique opportunity to network, delve into pressing topics impacting your profession, and engage with managers from around the world. Hosted by the Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US), the leading trade association for music managers in the US and a proud member of the International Music Managers Forum (IMMF) global network, which includes sixty-five Music Manager Forums across Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa, and Australia. MMF-US Executives and Board Members will be present at the event, ready to discuss our latest developments, membership, advocacy efforts, and future initiatives. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and collaborate with your peers in artist management from around the world. “Meet the Managers,” a crucial gathering for music managers worldwide attending Music Biz. We look forward to seeing you there!
11 AM – 12 PM CT
An Artist Management Masterclass
Hosted by Music Managers Forum – US
One of the most hands-on jobs within the music industry is that of the artist manager. While no two stories or pathways will ever be the same in this sector of the business – there are shared strategies that enable artist development and growth. Join established entrepreneurial artist managers sharing their extensive knowledge, expertise and advice on all aspects of the business. What are the key roles and responsibilities of an artist manager? What does it take to discover and develop great talent? We’ll discuss how to nurture the manager-artist relationship, navigating different ways to market an artist, along with how to grow and sustain long-term artist careers.
12 – 1 PM CT
Overlooked Founders in Music Tech: The Fundraising Climate & Practical Tips for Raising Capital (Or Not)
Join a conversation on fundraising in the current climate, what it’s like to be a founder, and practical resources for pitching/supporting the pitch.
– Maria Gironas, Cool Shit, Cool People
– Diana Gremore, RealCount
– Paulina Vo, Highnote
1 – 2 PM CT
Meet the Movers and Shakers of Music Tech and Innovation
Hosted by Music Tectonics
Join Music Tectonics for a social meet-up with fellow tech founders and entrepreneurs in the music tech space. Come ready to talk about your work and meet other founders!
2 – 3 PM CT
Queers In Music
Hosted by Queer Capita
Join Queer Capita, a non-profit focused on community building and career advancement for LGBTQ+ music industry professionals, for a social meet-up. Come and meet fellow Queer industry professionals and allies and network to build a stronger industry together.
3 – 4 PM CT
Activism In Music
Hosted by ShowUp
Join ShowUp, a platform helping artists activate their fan base for social good, in a friendly meet-up on activism. This is suggested for current community leaders/organizations, non-profit organizations, and executives looking to find out how to get more involved in activism.