Author: Peter Schwinge

SoundExchange was independently formed in 2003 to build a fairer, simpler, and more efficient music industry through technology, data, and advocacy.

The only organization designated by the U.S. government to administer the Section 114 sound recording license, SoundExchange collects and distributes digital performance royalties on behalf of 700,000 music creators and growing. Through proprietary music tech solutions that turn data into accurate revenue, the non-profit has collected and distributed more than $11 billion to creators and rights owners to date.

Attend this webinar to learn more about SoundExchange – from domestic non-interactive streaming royalty collections to membership mandates and international royalty services. Gain insight into the tools creators and rights owners use to manage their repertoire with the metadata and information necessary to ensure timely royalties for the use of your work. And find out more about SoundExchange’s deep commitment to advocating on behalf of creators wherever necessary to ensure equitable treatment.

Date: June 28
Time: 12:00 pm – 01:00 pm

Anti Social Camp is the largest songwriting camp in the world with the mission to revitalize the nyc music scene. Artists this year include Jacob Collier, Alec Benjamin, Miranda Lambert, Rob Thomas and hundreds more.

We want to invite all NYC high school, undergraduate and graduate students on Saturday June 15th to this free event. In the morning, Grammy-winning artists and industry leaders will give expert advice and provide feedback on your songs, followed by pizza lunch networking. In the afternoon, a small number of students will be selected to participate in recording sessions at Roc Nation’s studios.

Date: June 15
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: 1 University Plz, Brooklyn, NY 11201, Brooklyn

Anti Social Camp is the largest songwriting camp in the world with the mission to revitalize the nyc music scene. Artists this year include Jacob Collier, Alec Benjamin, Miranda Lambert, Rob Thomas, Cults and hundreds more as featured in The New Yorker, Billboard and Variety.

The Anti Social Camp Playback Party is the world premiere of 100+ new songs. After 3 days and dozens of sessions, it’s time to play back all the fresh tracks with our talented creators, A&Rs and industry.

Date: June 14
Time: 11:30 am – 03:30 pm
Location: 80 N 6th St, Brooklyn, NY 11249, Brooklyn

Join Ariel Hyatt, the founder of CyberPR, for a masterclass on unlocking the secrets to transforming your fans into passionate superfans. Dive into the world of AI-driven tools and discover how to create captivating collaborative content that brings you and your fans closer than ever. Learn to harness the power of AI for personalized recommendations, immersive virtual experiences, and dynamic social media engagement. By leveraging these cutting-edge techniques, you’ll build a dedicated community of loyal supporters who are genuinely connected to your journey and eager to champion your music. Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your fans into your most devoted advocates!

Date: June 18
Time: 07:00 pm
Location: Power Station in our Black Box Theater – 441 W 53 Street, New York City

Students and young professionals can delve into the business side of the music industry with Emily White of Collective Entertainment & #iVoted, Nurit Siegel Smith of Music Forward Foundation, and Nancy Tarr of Well Dunn Foundation.

Participants can ask questions in the live chat, gaining personalized advice on how to enter, or advance your career in the music industries. Join this interactive session to discover the inner workings of the music industry and receive expert guidance on advancing your career, whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your professional life to the next level.

Date: June 11
Time: 12:30 – 01:30 pm

Implementing a successful campaign for your release from start to finish can be a minefield to navigate. What happens after you’ve scheduled your release? How do you reach the right audience and grow your fanbase? When does publishing come in? Join prolific artist and multi-instrumentalist, Tiffany Day and Downtown Music’s team of experts across marketing and publishing as they help guide you through the process. Whether you’re an independent artist, label or just interested to understand more, this session will show you how to start and execute your campaign roadmap and why a well planned strategy can pay off.

Moderator: Chantelle St. Clair – Director of Marketing, Songtrust

Panelists:
Tiffany Day – Artist
Victoria Tsigonis – Senior Marketing Services Director, FUGA
Sarah Davis – Senior Manager, Global Client Services, Downtown Music Publishing
Channing Mitzell – Project Manager (Marketing), Downtown Artist & Label Services

Date: June 26
Time: 11:30 – 12:30 am

Broadway is all about live performance, but the cast recording is how millions of listeners worldwide are often introduced to a show and its score. Many of us remember first hearing West Side Story, The Sound of Music, Into the Woods, Wicked, Hamilton, and so many more at home while imagining what those shows would be like. The recording of these albums is very different from those in other genres. They are traditionally recorded in just two days, right after the show opens, and edited, mixed, mastered, and packaged in a month, in order to promote the show. This breakneck pace brings its own challenges in selecting, planning, recording, and marketing, and brings together hundreds of artists, musicians, engineers, and studios right here in New York City. Meet a terrific panel of some of the most active creators of new cast recordings:

Moderator: Sean Patrick Flahaven – Grammy & Tony winning producer and label head, Concord Theatricals Recordings

Panelists: Tom Kitt – Grammy, Tony, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize winning composer, producer, arranger, music director
Ian Kagey – Grammy winning recording engineer and producer
Oscar Zambrano – Grammy winning mastering engineer
Scott Farthing – EVP Sony Masterworks Broadway (label head) Kelli O’Hara – Broadway star, Tony winner, 2x Grammy nominee (and current Tony nominee)

Date: June 20
Time: 12:00 – 01:00 pm
Location: Online