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

Curve Royalty Systems Workshop

Online
Thursday, November 21, 2024
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST
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Curve presents its industry leading software and services for processing music royalties. Learn about transparency in your royalty accounting, providing your artists with data access and analytics, and how the right approach can help you strengthen your relationships with your clients.

AI in Music Production: Ethical Frameworks

Online
Thursday, December 5, 2024
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST
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Explore the evolving relationship between AI and music production in this webinar, featuring MatchTune’s Virginie Berger (CBDO) and Ben Porter (Marketing Associate). Trace AI’s journey through the history of music, examine its current applications, and evaluate essential ethical considerations—including bias, transparency, intellectual property rights, and fair compensation. Investigate real-world examples of AI’s polarizing impact on music, and help conceptualize the regulatory and technological frameworks needed to guide AI’s future role as a collaborator with human creators. In an AI-integrated industry, join us as we engage in vital discussions to ensure music’s integrity of music for all stakeholders.

Past Events

A2IM x WARM present
Airwaves Unleashed:
Workshop on Global Radio Monitoring

Online
Thursday, Jan 18, 2024
1PM – 2PM EST

Elevate your understanding of the radio airplay landscape! WARM (World Airplay Radio Monitor) is teaming up with A2IM (American Association of Independent Music) for an enlightening workshop focused on empowering independent music professionals in the radio domain. Explore cutting-edge radio monitoring techniques, decode global broadcasting trends, and discover how to maximize exposure for independent artists. Whether you’re a label executive, artist manager, or radio enthusiast, this workshop promises valuable insights and actionable strategies to amplify your presence on the airwaves. Join us for an hour of knowledge-sharing and collaborative growth in the dynamic world of radio play.

Join using this link: https://americanassociationofindependentmusic.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/nPe896Op?mode=Attendee

A2IM HAPPY HOUR AT LATE GREAT!

Nashville, TN
Wednesday, Jan 10, 2024
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM CST

Members are invited to join A2IM President & CEO, Richard James Burgess for an evening of drinks and mingling at the cozy speakeasy Late Great located inside Nashville’s Virgin Hotel! Come engage with like-minded music lovers working in the independent space while you sip on a (free) drink or two! 🍻 Come early for bevs, stay for the conversation. RSVP Required.

WEBINAR: A2IM BENEFITS STORE

Online
Wednesday, Nov 29, 2023
Two Sessions: 12pm ET & 3pm ET

Join A2IM and our health care partners on Wednesday, Nov. 29 to learn about all of your coverage options within the A2IM Benefits Store – from personal item protection to pet insurance, bundle away!

RSVP for 12pm ET | RSVP for 3pm ET

WEBINAR:
VEVO FOR ARTISTS

Online
Thursday, Nov 9, 2023
2:00 PM EST
vevo

Vevo for Artists was created as an accessible-for-all central hub for artists and their teams, providing in-depth learning on how to leverage Vevo’s extensive network in order to multiply growth and maximize exposure. Emory Granat, Vevo’s Manager of Growth Strategy and Optimization, will provide behind the scenes insight to Vevo’s upload process, editorial opportunities, audience viewing habits, sales and research capabilities, as well as a walkthrough of the Vevo for Artists platform.

INSTAGRAM LIVE: Q&A WITH PAOLA MARINONE OF BUZZMYVIDEOS

Online
Wednesday, Oct 25, 2023

Paola is a successful entrepreneur currently based in London, with an international career in technology. Having worked for Google & YouTube in its early days and then founded BuzzMyVideos, Paola has been an active leader and change maker in the online video industry.

Together with her cofounder Bengu Atamer, ex Google/YouTube manager as well, Paola has been dedicating the last few years in scaling growth and revenue for various industries, with a special focus on Music & Premium Brands.

WEBINAR:
THE FUTURE OF ROYALTY PAYMENTS AND INFRASTRUCTURE REVOLUTION FOR RIGHTS HOLDERS WEBINAR: PRESENTED BY REVELATOR

Online
Postponed – New date TBD

Imagine a future where every asset directly translates to instant, automated royalty distributions for artists, publishers, record labels, and all stakeholders involved. Join Bruno Guez from Revelator as he introduces a transformative solution to solve the challenges related to speed, transparency, and clarity in royalty payments and IP ownership. Discover how our industry can overcome traditional barriers and unlock the full potential of IP revenue streams.

Register here.

MEET THE A2IM BOARD AT SUB POP!

Seattle, WA
Wednesday, Oct 18, 2023
4:00 PM — 6:00 PM PDT

A2IM members are invited to come enjoy food and drinks while you meet the current Board of Directors and Advisory Board at the Sub Pop offices in Seattle on Wednesday, October 18 from 4-6pm. A2IM CEO/President Richard Burgess and General Manager Lisa Hresko will be present.

Not a member? Email [email protected] if you’re interested in attending!

REEPERBAHN FESTIVAL

Hamburg, Germany
September 18-23, 2023

A2IM is organizing a trade delegation to the Reeperbahn Festival in Hamburg, Germany! We have invited A2IM members to participate in this unique experience including “The Berlin Experience” from September 18-19 and a loosely organized itinerary during Reeperbahn Festival from September 20-23!

Join A2IM and Symphonic’s B2Beer Garden Happy Hour on Friday, Sept. 22 from 5-6:30 at Weingarten at Spielbudenplatz 26, 20359 Hamburg, Germany. Open to all RBF badge holders.

A2IM X SYMPHONIC PRESENTS: AMERICANA OPEN-HOUSE: BLOODIES AND MIMOSAS

Nashville, TN
Thursday, Sept 21, 2023

Join members of A2IM and Symphonic in Nashville during AMERICANAFEST on September 21, 2023! More information and RSVP here.

ALL ABOUT MUSIC

Mumbai, India
September 7-9, 2023

A2IM is organizing a trade delegation to All About Music in Mumbai, India! This unique members-only experience is designed to further A2IM member export and international relations – and will be our first-ever entrance into the Indian market!