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.

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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Join Billboard and today’s top promoters, agents, managers, venue operators, sponsors, digital music executives, ticketers, merchandising companies and production professionals at the Billboard Touring Conference to:

• Hear how the shifting live entertainment landscape impacts club shows, megatours and everything in between

• Network with key executives in an intimate environment

• Gain ideas from compelling keynote interviews, case studies and panel discussions

• Connect with the best in the business at the Billboard Touring Awards – Honoring the industry’s top artists, venues and professionals of the year

Hear what is working in the live business—and what is not. Access information and ideas that will maximize your business in live entertainment!

Don’t miss your chance to connect with the best in the touring business!

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REEL MUSIC. REAL OPPORTUNITIES!

Now in its 9th year, this conference offers attendees the unique opportunity to learn from, network and expose their music directly to the best music supervisors, composers, directors, music editors, songwriters and producers in the business.

Top reasons to attend:

- Learn how to get your songs into films, TV, commercials, sports programming, trailers, video games & more

- Get the basics on how to make money from placements in film and tv

- Have one-on-one time with industry experts during “speed networking”

- Hear from the musicians and executives from this year’s Oscar-worthy films and highest-rated TV shows

- Discover how the film/TV music business is developing overseas

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Register today for Billboard’s Mobile Entertainment Live at CTIA

The Music App Summit taking place October 5, 2010 – San Francisco

Music is behind some of the most popular apps downloaded on today’s smartphones. But which are the best of the best? What new music apps are setting the stage for tomorrow’s successes? What technologies and companies are emerging today that will further revolutionize the market? Mobile Entertainment Live: The Music App Summit is the place to discover all this and MORE.

FEATURING THE FIRST-EVER…Billboard Music App Awards

The only awards solely focused on mobile music applications!

Categories include:

Best Artist-Based App * Best Music Service App * Best Music Engagement App * Best Music Creation App * Best Branded App

Visit the website, click here.

Register today for Billboard’s Music & Advertising Conference

September 15-16, 2010 at the Westin Michigan Avenue in Chicago, IL

Join Billboard and Adweek in Chicago to explore how the worlds of music and advertising are intertwined, and examine how big brands, artists and music supervisors are benefiting from working together during captivating keynotes interviews, informative case studies, and interactive panel discussions.

We strive for ways to provide you with useful information for personal and professional development in this area, and so we are offering a FREE White Paper entitled “What Makes a Sponsorship Great.” Billboard took a look at three standout music and branding campaigns to see what factors made them unique, thought-provoking and successful including the Kia Soul Collective campaign, the KC Masterpiece campaign with Keith Urban and the campaign by Zac Brown Band and Ram Trucks.

To download your FREE copy, click here.

Attend Music & Advertising Chicago To:

• Gain more insight on the process of placing music in advertising
• Meet the music supervisors who’ve worked with McDonalds, PMI, Nintendo & other big brands
• Hear from music supervisors behind popular TV shows such as “Dexter,” True Blood,” and “House”
• Learn how to score a tour sponsorship
• Get your music publishing questions answered

…and MORE

Connect with the Best in the Midwest!

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Individuals in all aspects of the music industry are eligible if they were born after Aug. 21, 1980. (Our report will be published in the issue dated Aug 21, 2010). Individuals who make their living primarily as artists and/or songwriters are not eligible unless they own their recordings or songs and act in a business or executive capacity to market them.

Billboard editors will choose among the nominees by considering achievements in the past 12 months, the numeric measurement of those achievements, and the nominee’s leadership within the broader industry, as described in his or her nomination.

The deadline for nominations is Friday, June 11.

For more information, read our FAQ here.

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KEYNOTE Q&A WITH MARTINA MCBRIDE!

Grammy Award-winning Kansas native Martina McBride has distinguished herself as one of the most versatile and commanding vocalists in country music history. McBride will discuss her incredible career, her take on the current state of the music business, and her personal observations about career longevity.

PANEL SPOTLIGHT ON:

The Changing Face of Country Radio: 2010 And Beyond

While terrestrial radio continues to face unprecedented challenges, the country radio format remains relatively healthy. Our expert panel gives us an insider’s view of the current state of country radio, an in-depth look at how local country radio stations are surviving revenue shortfalls, regulatory setbacks, a lively debate about the artist royalty legislation, and a glimpse at what the future holds for this vibrant, unique music format.

Join the Most Influential Country Music Executives and Artists to Network and Discuss All Aspects of the Country Music Business!

The first annual Billboard Country Music Summit, in association with CMA, will feature broad programming that encompasses virtually all aspects of the country music business.
The First Annual Billboard Country Music Summit Will Kick Off The CMA Music Festival Activities With:

• Informative Panel Sessions On The Most Exciting Opportunities and Challenging Issues In:

Recording, Radio, Touring, Publishing, Sponsorships, Digital/Mobile & Other Key Areas

• Keynote Interviews Featuring Today’s Top Country Music Artists & Executives
• Artist Showcases
• Networking Events…AND MUCH MORE With two days of panels, keynote discussions and networking, the key stakeholders in country music will break down the most challenging issues and exciting opportunities in recording, radio, touring, publishing, sponsorships, digital/mobile, and other areas.WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
  Managers, agents, radio programmers, label executives, mobile/digital executives, sponsorship professionals, business managers, promoters, the copyright community, publishers, songwriters, music supervisors, producers, musicians and others closely associated with the vital country music business. The most influential and visionary executives and artists in the genre will participate in panels and keynotes.

www.countrymusicsummit.com

JUNE 15-16, 2010 AT THE EDISON BALLROOM

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Registrations Issues? Contact Lisa Kastner at 646-654-4643 or LKastner@billboard.com

Join Billboard and Adweek at this 2nd annual event to explore how the worlds of music and advertising are intertwined, and examine how big brands, artists and music supervisors are benefiting from working together during captivating keynotes interviews, informative case studies, and interactive panel discussions.

For The Latest Speaker & Schedule Updates, Visit The Website: www.MusicAndAdvertising.com

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A2IM members save 33% ($100) with a combined print and online subscription to Billboard magazine and Billboard.biz.

(Published January 30, 2010 in Billboard Magazine)

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March 4, 2010 – St. Regis, NYC

Join Billboard and the best minds from the music, legal and financial communities to explore the challenges and key opportunities shaping the future of the music industry.

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