A2IM: American Association of Independent Music

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As a lead-up to Billboard Music & Advertising Conference in Chicago, the Licensing and Publishing Committee of the American Association of Independent Music (”A2IM”) are having an evening Licensing Day event for its members at the offices of The Recording Academy Chicago Chapter (303 W. Erie St., Suite 210, Chicago, map) on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2010 from 6-9PM.

Beginning right after the work day, Licensing Day in Chicago will feature a panel discussion on the rise of new media in the advertising world, how budgets have changed, and how independent music plays into this equation. Featured on the panel are music supervisors from DraftFCB, Beta Petrol, and DDB. Immediately following, we’ll have a beer & wine reception to further discuss topics from the panel. Special thanks go to all who have volunteered their time for this event, and especially to The Recording Academy for hosting this event and Magic Hat Brewing Company for donating the frothy beverages!

You can access A2IM’s discounted rate to the Billboard Music & Advertising Conference here.

Please RSVP to jen@a2im.org.

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A2IM’s first ever LA-based Licensing Day will take place on Tuesday, October 26 from 4-7PM at

Panel One: Music supervisors discuss how they work with directors and producers. How songs are chosen for television programs including researching pre-existing recordings, choosing score composers/artists, and final execution (working on the dub stage). Confirmed panelists include PJ Bloom (Neophonic), Gary Calamar (GO Music Services), Kevin Edelman (Metalman), Nora Felder (Picture Tunes) & Robin Urdang (Reel Music). This panel will be moderated by Lucille Hunt of Mack Avenue Records.

Panel Two: Licensing representatives discuss how they work side by side with music supervisors and studios to deliver music licensed to specific terms and criteria. What flies and what does not…current licensing trends. Confirmed panelists include Jay Fialkov (WGBH) and Matt Lilley (MCL Music). This panel will be moderated by Nate Nelson of Stones Throw Records.

Panel Three: Promotional creatives discuss how they create the best sell for their television programs using music in advertising campaigns on television, internet and in theaters. Confirmed panelists include Steve Celi (Fox), Janine Kerr (NBC Universal) and Trygge Toven (Trygge Entertainment). This panel will be moderated by Alisa Coleman of ABKCO Music & Records.

Big thanks to Mitchell, Silberberg & Knupp LLP for hosting this special event!

You can access A2IM’s discounted rate to the Billboard Film & TV Music Conference here.

Space is limited. RSVP HERE.

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Save the Date:

Our speaker for August will be Mike Curb, owner of Curb Records.

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When: Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

Time: 12 noon to 2PM

Speaker: Mike Curb

Where: Savarino’s Cucina (upstairs)
2121 Belcourt Ave.
Nashville, TN 37212

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Early Bird Special:
Reserve your spot by buying your lunch in advance and save! Purchase online using the appropriate link below or call Krista Slinkard at 615-460-7077 to reserve your lunch.

Members (and staff): $20 Click here to purchase online

Non-members: $25 Click here to purchase online

At the door:
We will accept cash, check, or credit cards at the door.

Members: $25

Non-Members: $30

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The most influential decision-makers in the music industry gather at Digital Music Forum to network, do deals, and share ideas about the future of digital music. Digital Music Forum West – now in its 6th year – features lively debate on timely cutting-edge business topics. Executives from record labels, music publishers, producers and distributors, technology companies, wireless companies, rights organizations, industry bodies, radio, advertising, attorneys, artists, investors and venture capitalists mingle together at this top industry event.

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A2IM Happy Hour at Solo!

The Pacific NorthWest chapter of A2IM is hosting a happy hour
open to all in the local indie music community.
And you should join us!

Come here:
Solo Bar
200 Roy St. Seattle, WA 98109
www.solo-bar.com

On this day and time:
Friday July 30 from 6-9pm

And enjoy some or all of these:
$1 off all beer and wine
$2 Rainier
$3 wells
$4 house-made sangria and specialty cocktails

Special thanks to Sub Pop and Kill Rock Stars!

A2IM is a non-profit trade organization serving the independent music community as a unified voice.

RSVP to jen@a2im.org

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The Bandwidth Music | Technology Conference takes place August 19 & 20 at the Bently Reserve in San Francisco. Bandwidth 2010 will feature a series of inclusive, boardroom-sized conversations led by music and digital leaders. That’s right – no large panels. Our intimate sessions will be led by industry leaders — you’ll be sitting at the same table with a group of bonafide music and industry professionals, sharing ideas and moving music forward.

Being part of Bandwidth means receptions, dinner, and two days of exclusive hobnobbing. Speakers include Elektra’s Jac Holzman, A2IM’s own Rich Bengloff, Twitter, Beggars Group, IODA, Interscope Geffen A&M, Cisco, Welk Music Group, The Orchard, Limewire and more….