The importance of independence
As major players continue to buy up the means of distribution (and sues another) our panel explores the importance of having access to genuinely independent infrastructure.
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Under pressure: An artist’s perspective
We talk about the rush of money to the top of the market, and the boom/bust attention cycles, but what’s it like being on seat on that roller coaster? Our artists share their unique perspectives on growing fan bases, and making money, in the modern live music industry.
Innovation session recorded music day
Innovation takes many forms. Tech gets a lot of attention, but seeing others working smarter can sparks your own ideas. We’re giving 45 minutes to our panel on innovating in interesting ways, with or without tech!
The rise and rise of Asian talent
Music is increasingly global and the emergence of large domestic markets and international success stories mean that Asian music is only going to continue to grow. Our panel set the scene on the latest trends before looking ahead to the future and asking what western artists can learn.
Are the kids alright?
Youth and young adult marketing is always a moving target, but as the industry struggles to build early stage artists careers while social media delivers moments more than pathways the panel explore the current trends of young people engaging with music.
The highs, lows and future of music management
Music management is a demanding role that continues to evolve. It’s the pivotal role and one that is consistently present at every stage of an artist’s journey, but it’s also a challenging and sometimes fragile one. Our panel share the highs, the lows, and future of music management.
Innovation session live music day
Innovation takes many forms. Tech gets a lot of attention, but seeing others working smarter can sparks your own ideas. We’re giving 45 minutes to our panel on innovating in interesting ways, with or without tech!
Flash in the pan? Viral moments vs working your way up
Live music is big business for artists, and one of the few ways they can make money quickly (in the modern world where recorded music pays relatively slowly). However, the volatility of popularity creates challenges. Breakout songs or artists that jump from small shows to arenas is increasingly common. How can we capitalise on those positive moments, building them in to long lasting brands, while also supporting those who are working their way up the ladder one step at a time?
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In a word of fragmented pre-sale, who gets the best seats in the house?
Live music is at an all time high, but what does it do to the fans? And as brands, streaming platforms and venues increasingly run their own pre-sales as well as the artist, who commands the best seat in the house?
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Globalisation; winners, losers and consequences
An increasingly connected global market creates global opportunities, but for a UK market that is traditionally strong and one of 2 net exporters of music fragmentation of power and audience might not be an advantage. What does globalisation mean for the talent pipeline at home, domestic festival audiences and international opportunities?