Annual Events

A2IM Indie Week is a four-day international conference and networking event aimed at maximizing the global impact of Independent music. Featuring keynotes, panels, exclusive networking sessions, and more, Indie Week has historically drawn an attendance of over 1200 participants from over 30 countries.

The Libera Awards is the largest Independent music award show globally. It celebrates the successes of the independent music community, from the artists that create the music to the labels that release and promote it.

EVENTS

Upcoming Events

Keeping Indie Data Independent

Online
Thursday, Feb. 27. 2025
1:00PM ET
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Universal Music Group’s deal to buy Downtown Music Holdings, including major distributors FUGA and CD Baby, prompted a wave of questions and concerns from the independent community, one of which was UMG’s potential access to data covering a significant percentage of the global streaming market.

In this webinar, Reverb Data Founder and Managing Director, Andy Blair, will guide viewers on how streaming data flows from artists through labels, distributors, DSPs, and back, exploring data rights and legal issues at each step in the process. In particular, we will review legal and contract strategies designed to build transparency and trust throughout the indie ecosystem.

A2IM’s Austin Breakfast Social presented by Downtown

Austin, TX
Thursday, March 13, 2025
9AM – 12PM CDT
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A2IM Members are invited to join A2IM alongside our friends at Downtown Music for a morning of mingling over breakfast bites and beverages! Network with peers in the indie sector – tell us about your upcoming showcase, promote your panel, or just stop in to say hello!

Huge thanks to our partners at Downtown Music for making this event possible!

Past Events

Americana Open-House: Bloodies and Mimosas

Nashville, TN
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
9:30AM EDT

A2IM and Symphonic invite you to join us at our Americana Open-House!

Come and knock off Tuesday night’s dust as you saunter up to our Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar, where you can craft your own liquid masterpiece.  We’re flinging open the doors to our Nashville office, located in the historic Orbison building just steps off of Music Row, for you to come meet the folks who keep the music playing. We hope you can join us– it’s gonna be an open-house you won’t want to miss!

SET.LIVE PRESENTS: CAPTURE EVERY FAN, EVERYWHERE.

Online
Thursday, July 25, 2024
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST

SET.Live is a completely app-less, web-based tech tool to grab fan contact info from show-to-show on tour. Join this session with Jarred Goldner, Director of SET, to watch a live demo of their touring and digital tech products….along with real-world examples from artists using SET’s tools to engage fans directly and capture contact info for their own marketing strategies.

INDIESCUSSION: DIGITAL STRATEGIES FOR INDEPENDENT ARTISTS: NAVIGATING MUSIC DISTRIBUTION AND MARKETING

Online
Thursday, May 30, 2024
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT

In this A2IM Indiescussion webinar, the Symphonic team will discuss how independent artists can effectively distribute their music across various digital platforms and implement marketing tactics to build a strong online presence and connect with their target audience.

INDIESCUSSION: OPTIMIZING REVENUE THROUGH VIDEOS PRESENTED BY LYRICFIND

Online
Thursday, May 23, 2024
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT

With the sheer volume of music being produced, artists are looking for ways to stand out among the endless waves of content. LyricFind’s SVP of Sales, Roy Hennig, and Rotor Videos’ CEO, Diarmuid Moloney, will discuss how the company is bridging this gap with Videos By LyricFind! Discover how this powerful solution allows artists to promote their music, engage with fans and reach wider audiences through stunning video content. Optimizing revenue through videos has never been easier and looked so good!

A2IM TAKES NASHVILLE, PRESENTED BY SYMPHONIC

Nashville, TN
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDT

Hey A2IM Members in town for Music Biz: Join us for an evening cocktail hour with our friends at Concord, presented by our partners at Symphonic. You’re invited to one of the most popular events happening during the week of Music Biz! Join other A2IM Members and key members of the independent sector for a night of connection. A huge thank you to Symphonic for making this event possible!

INDIESCUSSION: DELIVERY AS A COMMODITY: WHY GETTING MUSIC TO DSPS SHOULDN’T BREAK THE BANK

Online
Thursday, May 9, 2024
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT

Today, independent labels and artists are required to pay a premium to get their music uploaded to DSPs for their fans to hear. While that makes sense when distributors are providing additional services along with delivery, the time has come to recognize the act of simply sending music to DSPs as a commodity. By doing so, we free independent labels and artists to spend their money where it really matters: promoting that music so people actually listen to it. In this webinar, Edward Ginis, Co-Founder and Chief Client Officer at OpenPlay will share how OpenPlay is helping to make this a reality, all while providing a best-in-class content management system that keeps users organized and compliant with industry standards.

INDIESCUSSION: CHOREOGRAPHED SPORTS AND PERFORMING ARTS Presented by ClicknClear

Online
Thursday, April 25, 2024
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT

Speakers Chantal Epp (Founder & CEO) and David Walsh (Director) will explain the licensing issues faced by this market.

Indies Take NYC!

New York, NY
Thursday, April 25, 2024
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT

Join A2IM alongside Queer Capita for an evening of mingling at NYC’s Little Rebel! Let loose with fellow members of the local music community by joining us for conversation and cocktails. Please note this event is free, but the bar is cash onlyRSVP is required for this event.

Indiescussion: Harmonizing Finances: Navigating Advances and Fundamentals for Creatives

Online
Thursday, April 18, 2024
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT

Are you a creative looking to take control of your financial future and maximize your earnings? Join Peter Harvey, Co-Founder of RoyFi & Celines Barrington, Founder of Independence Wealth Managers, for a special seminar, “Harmonizing Finances: Navigating Advances and Fundamentals for Creatives,” where they will explore essential strategies and principles to help you explore advances and achieve financial success in the industry.

A2IM Benefits Webinar

Online
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
1:00 PM ET

Please join us for a webinar highlighting everything about the A2IM Benefits Store! With your membership you have access to affordable health coverage and more.