Music Biz Passport
Music Biz Passport
While our annual Music Biz Conference is a tentpole event for the entire global music business, it’s important for us to directly branch out into international music communities both to learn from and connect with one another. That’s why we’re debuting Music Biz Passport, a new event series allowing U.S. executives to connect with international trendsetters and learn what does and does not work in their local music economies. These events, both in-person and virtual, will help to expose important cross-border collaborations that will make the global music business stronger!
Tuesday, October 8 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM ET
WANA – the Fastest Growing Music Market in the World
Presented by EMPIRE
Moderator
Nina Zidani, Levantine Music
Speaker
Suhel Nafar, EMPIRE
Tuesday, November 12 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM ET
The Globalization of South Asian Markets: Emerging to Whom?
Presented by Downtown Music Holdings
The South Asian subcontinent and diaspora steaming base is skyrocketing, join culture experts and learn about the fastest-growing music market. Per Statista The Southeast Asian music market is projected to experience an annual growth rate (CAGR 2023-2027) of 7.57%, resulting in a market volume of US$0.83bn by 2027. The panel will cover the rise of streaming in both the subcontinent regions (India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Bangladesh, and Bhutan as well as the diaspora’s growth in streaming and touring across the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. The panel will touch on the progress made in rights aggregation (IPRS) and publishing as well as the varying types of deals, providing historical context on how deals were done in the market before streaming and where major masters lie. Panelists will provide the audience with cultural competency insights around metadata, marketing, language, and landing sync placements drawing likes of Ms. Marvel, Spiderman, Sid Sriram, Award-winning Naatu Naatu, Diljit Dosanjh at Coachella and Raf’s Sappera’s sold out mixtape tour.
Tuesday, December 3 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM ET
Lessons from Abroad: Regulating Online Streaming Services
Presented by Music Canada
Music industry experts from around the world will discuss their countries’ approaches to regulating global streaming services. They’ll discuss obstacles faced in the regulatory process, lessons learned and what the movement toward increased regulation means for the wider music business.
Fall in Love With the Nordics – And Make Business Out of It
Presented Tuesday, March 26 by Music Finland
Join us for a deep dive into the vibrant and thriving music industry of the Nordics and its expansion into the U.S. We will unravel the secrets behind the Nordic music scene and shed light on why it has become a hot spot for unprecedented business opportunities. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the strategies, collaborations, and artistic approaches that have contributed to the success of Nordic artists and industry professionals on the international stage. This panel will help you to:
The Emergence of Latin Music Into Multi-Genres
Hosted Tuesday, April 23
Jamie Rodriguez, President of Jrodconcerts Media, along with Anamaria Sayre, Co-Host of NPR’s Alt Latino Music, and Emilio Morales, Managing Director of Rimas Publishing will share data & patterns that highlight the emergence of Latin music and how it is a matter of when, not if, it will permeate genres and areas of music previously unheard of. The audience will learn that the Latino audience is more educated than ever, more interested in different genres than ever, and still has untapped potential in the music business going forward.
Grow & Go Global: New Music Discovery Trends at the International Level
Presented Tuesday, May 7 by Luminate
This session will provide an overview of music discovery trends across a myriad of international markets, using Luminate’s new country-level streaming data. And for the first time, Luminate will be able to unveil genre-specific trends across different countries, giving context to what kind of music is catching on where and how. We’ll provide insights into the ways genres and subgenres are being discovered in different markets, combining streaming data with audience research and offering answers to questions with more specificity and certainty than ever. Ultimately, attendees will walk away with a better understanding of how to reach new audiences across the globe.
IMPF Global Market View Panel
Presented Tuesday, June 25 by the Independent Music Publishers International Forum
Music publishing is a global business where alongside the major companies, there is a myriad of independent music publishing companies spread out throughout the world. IMPF — the Independent Music Publishers International Forum — which represents many of these companies started a few years ago to weigh the value of the indie sector globally. In this presentation, IMPF will reveal the latest figures documenting the global value of the publishing market for independent publishers.
Revolutionizing Streams: Unleashing Africa’s Music Powerhouse
Presented Tuesday, Sept. 10 by Tuned Global
In 2022, Sub-Saharan Africa made waves, generating a staggering $17.5 billion in revenue, leading the music industry’s charge. Streaming services claimed a lion’s share of 67%, revolutionizing the global music scene. Despite this triumph, hurdles persist: accessing diverse catalogues, navigating supply chains, intricate payment systems, limited connectivity, and varied musical preferences. Witness the dawn of a new era! Startups are shaking up traditional norms, backed by a monumental $4.8 billion venture capital surge into African startups in 2022. Our panel will spotlight innovative streaming platforms like Mdundo, Tieme Music, Jumamo, Sewasew, and WAW Musik. They’ll unravel how these platforms tackle challenges and champion local talent.
Immerse yourself in Africa’s vibrant streaming economy, discovering untapped potential, ingenious solutions, and unparalleled opportunities. Whether you’re a music buff, industry veteran, or visionary entrepreneur, this panel is your gateway to the thriving African music scene’s evolution. Music Biz, buckle up for an adventure into Africa’s musical marvels!
Afrobeats: The Blueprint for Music Globalization
Presented Tuesday, Sept. 24 by Vydia
With an unfettered ability to transcend borders while maintaining the authenticity of its distinctive sound, Afrobeats has become one of the fastest growing music genres in the world. The feel-good genre, responsible for some of the decade’s biggest hits, has proven the power of creative authenticity as a means to resonate with audiences worldwide. Led by industry experts, this panel will unravel the dynamic relationship between Afrobeats and creative globalization, showcasing the importance of collaboration and technology as a template for lasting influence.