A2IM: American Association of Independent Music

A&R Worldwide encompasses an unprecedented network of globe-spanning relationships and insider music industry knowledge, delivering a one-stop solution for talent discovery, development, consulting and marketing services–helping clients make inroads on multiple levels throughout an ever-evolving musical ecosystem. A&R Worldwide is renowned for its ability to discover and/or develop talent, playing a key role in assisting artists with multiple needs well before their local, regional, national and/or international successes. Over the years A&R Worldwide and its team have assisted with brokering well over a hundred deals, including signing, licensing, synch placements, publishing, booking agent, management, brand tie-ins and key media support, etc. Some of the artists and/or their representatives that A&R Worldwide's team has worked with include: Coldplay, Dido, Keane, Lily Allen, Ting Tings, Duffy, Faithless, Sia, Muse, Missy Higgins, Bonnie McKee, Fatboy Slim, Sugababes, Bitter:Sweet, Kate Havenevik, Bloodpit, Just Jack, Ella Rouge, Disco Ensemble, Wolfmother, Vassy, Teddybears, Steriogram, Sixpence None The Richer, Frank Turner, Evermore, Laura Izibor, Klaxons, Frou Frou, Imogen Heap, Carolina Liar, Jem, LMFAO, Gary Jules, Pilate Speed, Dúné, Howling Bells, Mexicolas, Pete & The Pirates, Miss Li, The Crimea, King Blues, Headway, The Rifles, Scouting For Girls, Yoav (formerly known as Y), Swingfly, Linda Kiraly, Tina Dico, The Temper Trap, Rob Dougan and many others. A&R Worldwide assists clients with career education and relationship development of affiliated artists and/or their support teams not only through personal consultation, but also by offering access to our vast global Rolodex of relationships with A&R executives and label heads, music publishers, artist managers, producers, concert bookers and promoters, broadcast media, trendsetter radio outlets, online and digital platforms, distribution networks, press/media, film/TV and interactive gaming music supervisors, advertising agencies, international trade organizations and trade ministries, consumer brands, mobile content networks, trade fairs/seminars and the like. In fact, A&R Worldwide also produces and programs its own annual international music, media, technology and entertainment conference: the critically acclaimed MUSEXPO in Los Angeles, MUSEXPO Europe and in 2009 it debuted, the inaugural One Movement MUSEXPO Asia Pacific conference and One Movement for Music Festival - Perth (focusing on the Australasia, Pacific Rim and Asia markets). The events annually bring together some of the world's top executive minds, emerging talent and influential figures from the press, media and technology realms, providing intimate networking opportunities to all in attendance. A&R Worldwide is respected globally for its ability to provide executive networking and consultation services that keep leaders in their respective fields one step ahead when it comes to new ideas, key relationships and creative business opportunities in a rapidly changing industry. In addition, we pride ourselves on assisting those looking to gain access to this business of music, helping them develop inroads and access to the global music market, both commercially and creatively. Through its experience and established results, A&R Worldwide delivers a more efficient talent acquisition and/or partnership marketplace, where "buyers" and "sellers" of undiscovered, emerging and established talent can build brand equity and do business more productively in the international arena. A&R Worldwide contracts with select artists and industry clients (including executives and companies) for consulting, business development and marketing service fees.

Now in its 50th year, ABKCO Music and Records is one of the world’s leading independent record companies. It is home to critical catalog assets that include compositions and recordings by Sam Cooke, The Rolling Stones, Bobby Womack, The Animals, Herman’s Hermits, Marianne Faithfull, The Kinks as well as the Cameo Parkway masters by such artists as Chubby Checker, Bobby Rydell, The Orlons, The Dovells, ? & The Mysterians, The Tymes and Dee Dee Sharp. The 40th anniversary edition of Get Yer Ya-Ya’s Out! The Rolling Stones In Concert is a highlight of the company’s 2009 release schedule.

As one of the leading distributors of independent music in the U.S., Alternative Distribution Alliance (ADA) has delivered on its original mission statement: Give indie labels access to a flexible distribution system that marries the clout and convenience of a major with the marketing sensibilities of an independent. Headquartered in New York City, ADA has 16 branch offices and over 60 employees. Its current roster of labels includes, 4AD, Barsuk, Beggars Banquet Group, Comedy Central, Everfine, Epitaph, Fueled By Ramen, Kill Rock Stars, Matador, Metropolis, Minty Fresh, New Line, Oglio, Om, Polyvinyl, Punahele, Saddle Creek, Side One Dummy, Sub Pop, Surf Dog, Thirsty Ear, Thrill Jockey, Tommy Boy, Tomorrow, Touch And Go, Ubiquity, Vice, Wichita and XL Recordings.

AMRA is a mechanical rights society that licenses to record labels throughout the World. We collect directly from record labels in the US and Canada and from over thirty International societies throughout the rest of the World. AMRA also issues licenses for film/tv uses, ( synchronization licenses) , karaoke, digital downloading and all the newest technology. Personal services and ongoing, aggressive pursuit of unpaid royalty collection.

AmericDirect, previously known as Americ Disc for over 20 years, has provided the independent music industry with responsive and on-time CD/DVD Manufacturing & Packaging Services. With several locations in North America, we also provide fulfillment services to retail and consumer markets, and complete on-line system visibility to monitor your orders from manufacturing through shipment. Our highly effective customer service team and exceptional portfolio of services is flexible…flawless…and focused on your success. For a more comprehensive description of services, please visit www.americdirect.com

Amie Street is an online community and marketplace for music. Song prices start at $.00 to $.98, based on demand. Amie Street's music covers a wide range of genres and is sold in the MP3 format. Amie Street's target audience is online music consumers.

AMP Digital Media was set up to meet the needs of smaller labels and individual artists who may find it difficult to get their music into the digital marketplace. Our goal is to provide an affordable, easy-to-use service that gets independent music online so that the artist receives the most revenue with the least effort.

About appliedSB - provides to its clients an advanced Business to Business ("B2B") technical platform (MCNE manager) that creates and supports direct relationships between brand and consumer or artist and fan on whatever device they are on at any given moment - web or mobile. With loyalty in place, appliedSB develops solutions and products to monetize that relationship. Services include but are not limited, creating text messaging campaigns, mo-blogging, viral marketing, developing online music store, white labeling content, consulting, and managing CRM data. Licensed with the four major labels and all the independent labels, appliedSB has over 3.5 million tracks available to help build the bridge between consumer and brand or artist and fan.

Audiolife is a Direct-To-Fan eCommerce platform that empowers artists and record labels to sell customized digital and physical merchandise online directly to fans. In addition to its on-demand, no up-front cost solution to inventory management, Audiolife can meet the bulk purchasing, warehousing, and fulfillment needs of frequently touring artists. Specifically created with the new music business artist in mind, Audiolife provides a worldwide, one-stop shop for custom promotion, manufacturing, and distribution of digital, physical and mobile assets.

Backlash Solutions provides business technology services to independent record labels, music distributors, PR firms and artist management companies. Our flagship product SR1 Label supports the day-to-day operations of an independent record label, and our latest product SR1 Distributor supports the day-to-day operations of an independent music distributor.

SR1 is an end-to end business management platform built specifically for independent music companies. Since 2004 the system has quietly become the choice for such recognized brands as Mute Records, Essential Music, ESL Music, Ghostly International, Stomp/EQ, Tommy Boy Records, Buzzin' Fly Records, Om Records, Lo Recordings, Tummy Touch Music, Toolroom Records, Anjunabeats, Defend Music, Planet E, King Street Sounds and many others.

The SR1 system is designed to deliver and support all of the day-to-day business processes of a modern music company in a single interface. It offers unparalleled integration across your entire company, and allows users to take advantage of several industry-specific reporting features. The SR1 system has over twenty years of music industry experience baked into it with features that support master royalty and distribution accounting, catalog & meta data management, bulk sales data ingestion, 3rd party licensing administration, all matters of production, marketing, promotions, and much more.

Backlash Solutions offers SR1 as an online subscription based service allowing us to keep costs to clients low and the quality of service high. With SR1 there is no need to purchase new software or hardware, and there is no cost for support or system upgrades. SR1 is constantly being enhanced to meet industry needs and challenges, and combined with our highly regarded live support model, backed by experienced music industry and technology professionals, the service has proven to be an unbeatable value for independent music companies!

For more info please visit http://www.backlashsolutions.com

To arrange a 30 minute private demo of SR1 send us an email at demo@backlashsolutions.com or call (718) 233-4347

Backlash Solutions - Maintaining The Balance Between Art And Commerce Since 2004!

Believe Digital has been the leading digital distributor and services provider for independent artists & labels in Europe since 2005. Believe Digital is now offering their highly acclaimed, comprehensive suite of services to North American indie labels. A direct network to distribute your music to over 350 digital stores worldwide. Coupled with a promotional, marketing and technical support system second to none.

* Direct agreements with digital music stores to guarantee higher revenues and quick, efficient digital distribution of your music.

* Innovative digital distribution and promotion technology, integrated with several hundred digital music stores worldwide.

* A distribution network that includes internet digital music stores like iTunes and Virgin, as well as mobile and video services such as Vodafone, H3G, Orange, Telecom Italia.

* An extensive network of offices (UK, USA, France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Portugal) to efficiently coordinate international promotion. * A wide range of real marketing, promotional & branding opportunities for our partner label artists. Not only with digital music stores, but 3rd party promotions, licensing etc.

* Real people on the inside, that truly care about your success.

Zimbalam, powered by Believe Digital, has also recently launched in North America, providing indie artists with the most extensive global distribution and promotional platform in the business, at the best price.

Berkleemusic.com is Berklee College of Music’s online school, delivering online access to Berklee’s acclaimed curriculum from anywhere in the world. Berkleemusic’s award-winning online courses and certificate programs are accredited and taught by the college’s world-renowned faculty, providing lifelong learning opportunities to people interested in music and working in the music industry. As the business of music continues to move online, Berkleemusic is taking a leadership role in educating the next generation of producers, performers, and entrepreneurs on this evolving industry landscape. Berkleemusic’s students come from over 80 countries around the world, and include Grammy award winners, managers, artists, publishers, music business entrepreneurs and major international touring acts.

Now in its 113th year, Billboard is the world's premier weekly music publication and a diverse digital, events and brand, content and data licensing platform. Billboard publishes the most trusted charts and offers unrivaled reporting about the latest music, video, gaming, media, digital and mobile entertainment issues and trends. Billboard is the flagship property for the Billboard Information Group, which also consists of Billboard.biz, Billboard.com, Billboard Chart Alert, Billboard Information Network (BIN), Billboard Directories, Billboard Books, Billboard Licensing & Events and Radio & Records. Billboard’s many strategic partners include Microsoft, Reuters, Sirius Satellite Radio, Telemundo, Univision Radio, ABC Radio Networks, Azteca America and Billboard sister companies Nielsen SoundScan and Nielsen Broadcast Data Systems. These partnerships leverage Billboard’s proprietary data, charts and information resources to develop broadcast entertainment, digital and mobile platforms and contextual commerce applications that expand Billboard’s franchise and consumer reach.

Specializing in brand building for artists, labels and corporations; BlinkerActive's team of digital experts research and employ innovative marketing tactics using comprehensive, custom designed campaigns. Parent company, IRIS Distribution, formalized the marketing-agency arm in 2008 after increasing demand for digitally-focused marketing. BlinkerActive boasts a diverse client list, including Scion/Toyota (Ghostface Killah, 45 King), Chemikal Underground (Mogwai, The Delgados, Arab Strap, The Phantom Band), Megaforce (Bad Brains, Dressy Bessy), Ninja Tune (Ghislain Portier), Palmetto Records (Dr. Lonnie Smith, Ben Allison), Chandon, Memorex and Electrolux.

The Bureau Export is an international non-profit association bringing together professional organisations, associations and federations from the music sector within the European Union. It represents more than 600 000 people from all music genres and sectors (authors, composers, performers, publishers, producers, managers; those involved in live music, education and training…).

Burnside Distribution Corporation (BDC) is a National and International distributor of both physical and digital CDs and DVDs operating in business since 1994. BDC started as a modest NW regional distributor helping labels whose bands toured the I-5 corridor from Seattle to San Francisco. Over the years the company evolved into an exclusive National distributor with a sales staff across the country with an office in Portland, Oregon and staff of 13. BDC takes pride in distributing music we like and have strong ties to artist run labels from around the world. Our music mix is diverse selling everything from Folk, Pop, Blues, Jazz, Americana, Classical, Hip Hop to Middle Eastern Belly Dancing instructional DVDs. Our labels include Grammy winners and nominees, Handy (Blues Music Awards), Juno Award winners and many have been featured on Radio and Television shows ranging from NPR to CBS Sunday Morning to nominees for Governor of Texas (Kinky Friedman).

CMJ Network connects music fans and music industry professionals with the best in new music through interactive media, live events and print.
CMJ.com offers a digital music discovery service, information resources, and community to new music fans, professionals, and artists.
CMJ Events produces the legendary CMJ Music Marathon, the largest and longest-running music industry event of its kind.
The weekly music business trade magazine CMJ New Music Report is the primary source for exclusive charts of non-commercial and college radio airplay and independent and trend-forward retail sales.
CMJ Access is an integrated marketing agency specializing in providing its clients unparalleled access to the college and young adult demographic and emerging music world.
Log on to www.cmj.com for more information about all of CMJ’s products and services.

CCA Productions is a television production company based in Louisiana which produces a number of national , regional and local television programs. It is a subsidiary of Communications Corporation of America which operates 25 local televisions stations in Louisiana, Texas and Indiana. CCA productions produces Planet Awesome a national TV program focused on cause related Music and Art as well as the most recent new music in the Indie Rock genre. We are interested in all types of lifestyle and music programming from independent labels, musicians and artists that can be produced and packaged for national distribution.

Consolidated Independent (CI) is the leading provider of digital supply chain services to the world's premier independent music companies. Founded in 2003, we have grown to become a trusted partner for 1000+ labels by providing world-class encoding, warehousing, and delivery services for an everexpanding asset portfolio currently exceeding 600,000 tracks and 2,000 videos. We manage global deliveries to more than 500 Online & Mobile distribution points via our unsurpassed technology platform. CI delivers the most scalable, powerful and exceptionally cost-effective means available for managing your digital business. Our clients include A2IM Members Alligator Records, Beggars Banquet, Dualtone Music Group, Long Live Crime Records, Matador, Razor & Tie, Redeye, Righteous Babe, Thirsty Ear, Virtual Label and Windup Entertainment.

Counterpoint Systems is the world’s leading provider of rights and royalty accounting software. Our products are designed to enable clients to easily and comprehensively exploit their intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and catalogs. With over 25 years of expertise, we have set the standard for administration software in the fields of music, film, television, computer games, apparel, technology, and merchandising.

The objectives of the Country Music Association are to guide and enhance the development of Country Music throughout the world; to demonstrate it as a viable medium to advertisers, consumers and media; and to provide a unity of purpose for the Country Music industry.

Digital Media Wire, Inc. launched in early 2000 with a simple yet compelling proposition to provide busy executives with a daily briefing of the most important news stories about the business of digital media. On July 20, 2000, we published the first issue of Digital Media Wire Daily — our daily email newsletter dedicated to objective coverage of news stories about the convergence of media, entertainment and technology. Today, we are a full scale media company that owns and produces 9 major conferences, publishes 6 daily newsletters and 3 directories, and operates the popular www.dmwmedia.com news and community portal.

Digiwaxx Media is the global platform for digital music promotion and innovative influencer marketing. Founded in 1998 by Corey Llewellyn and Andrew Edgar, Digiwaxx is a, multifaceted technology and media firm that specializes in entertainment marketing and promotion. With over 17,000 exclusively served members around the world, Digiwaxx relies on top-tier DJs and elite music promotion specialists as the heart of its brand. The first service of its kind, Digiwaxx Media.

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DtecNet supplies some of the largest media corporations in the world with anti-piracy solutions. The ability to deliver practical innovative software solutions to solve the enormous challenges posed by internet piracy to right holder’s worldwide has provided the company with a solid client base. DtecNet can supply right holders and publishing holders with an advanced platform to monitor online piracy of their digital products and pre-release material on the Internet. DtecNet’s solutions support the customers’ legal distribution models by driving consumers towards existing online revenue streams. Any range of Peer-2-Peer (P2P) networks can be continuously monitored by DtecNet to ensure that the customer can: • Track down unauthorized internet piracy on their copyrighted works. • Create deterrence by sending out instant notices to internet users illegally distributing copyrighted works. • Bring civil and/or criminal actions against users illegally distributing their copyrighted works. • Create detailed statistics on piracy levels measured by e.g. P2P network, product titles or country. • Enable the customers to conduct instant online investigations at their own discretion.