Association News
Below, you’ll find the latest Association press releases, updates on our upcoming events, introductions to our newest member companies, links to the latest content from Music Biz and our partners, and more.
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February 11, 2019 – [WEBINAR] – Grow Through the Power of Pandora
Led by Next Big Sound’s Brittany Holloway (Manager, Artist & Industry Insights) and Heather Ellis (Manager, Artist Marketing Platform), this presentation will explore the data available to artists, managers, and labels with content on Pandora, equipping you to make smarter decisions and engage with Pandora’s suite of marketing tools. Join us Thursday, February 28 from 2-3 PM ET for a walkthrough of Pandora’s tools, including Next Big Sound and AMP, with anecdotal best practices and examples of how these tools can be used effectively.... Read More
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 leaders know where they want to take their team. Create the environment that allows your people to succeed.... 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 Retailer of the Year Award in 1982. Music was such an integral part of Roy’s family for three generations. His father,... 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, the music industry’s premier business Conference, will take place May 5-8 at the JW Marriott in the heart of downtown Nashville.... 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, 2nd Vice President of the Artiste Managers Association in Nigeria (AMAN). Citing the introduction of mobile networks, a high rate of smartphone adoption,... 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 began with a keynote presentation from Amaechi Uzoigwe, manager of Hip-Hop stars Run The Jewels, who discussed how managers must be flexible in utilizing all available resources to best support their artists in carving unique paths to success in the streaming age.... 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 industry. Led by two Certified Executive Coaches, Adam Mirabella and Ilana Zivkovich, this four-part series will give you the insights and tools to become a leader that drives results across all parts of the business by understanding how to motivate the people you work with!... 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 a keynote address during the Independent Artist & Songwriter Forum, powered by Songtrust. Gottehrer is an industry innovator who has left his mark on virtually all areas of the music world as an esteemed songwriter,... Read More
January 15, 2019 – Kane Brown to Be Honored With Breakthrough Artist Award at Music Biz 2019
The Music Business Association (Music Biz) will present platinum-selling, progressive Country artist Kane Brown with a Breakthrough Artist Award at the Music Biz 2019 Conference’s Awards & Hall of Fame Dinner on Tuesday, May 7 at the JW Marriott Nashville. The Award is presented to artists who have truly emerged and made a particularly significant impact on the music scene in the past year, and who are poised to propel to stellar new heights. Brown, who will be honored alongside fellow 2019 Breakthrough Artist Bebe Rexha,... Read More
January 15, 2019 – NY:LON Startup Showcase & Awards Honors Most Impactful New Company
In addition to the star-studded slate of keynotes and panel presentations that will set the course for the industry in the new year, NY:LON Connect will feature the debut of the Startup Showcase & Awards! The ceremony will highlight the best music-related startups and hold an audience vote to determine which company will have the biggest impact on the music business! The ceremony will feature the following presenters: Taishi Fukuyama, Co-Founder and COO, Amadeus Code (Japan) Chantal Epp,... Read More
