Future of Music Policy Summit session spotlight on Follow the Tribes: EDM and Industy Innovation A late 2013 valuation of the EDM industry came in at $6.2 billion in global revenues. This includes $4.2 billion from festivals and club dates alone. Largely drawing on fan networks of highly loyal young listeners, EDM artists, promoters and managers have led the charge on transforming the live music space, and are redefining how recorded music is accessed and monetized These savvy entrepreneurs are embracing or driving innovations in ticketing plans, VIP experiences, merch bundles, stage productions and fan engagement and more. At its core, the live concert remains a singular experience that can’t be duplicated or co-opted, but EDM’s growth isn’t limited to the stage. We’ll take a look at what’s working in EDM and what takeaways the genre might offer for the rest of the industry. The panel features: Ben Hogan Agent, Circle Talent Agency Pete Kalamoutsos Owner, Glow Washington DC and Echostage Michelle Katz Attorney, Law Offices of Kurosh Nasseri PLLC (moderator) Kurosh Nasseri Attorney, Law Offices of Kurosh Nasseri PLLC Fox Stevenson, SInger, Songwriter and Producer Find out who else will be at the Policy Summit and register at futureofmusic.org/events/future-music-summit-2014 Scholarships are available for musicians and students at futureofmusic.org/summit2014/scholarships-working-musicians RSVP at https://facebook/events/828761560468697/ and invite friends to our 14th annual summit!
Posted on: Fri, 03 Oct 2014 02:13:16 +0000