Winter Music Conference - Day 2

  • LINE UP OF WEDNESDAY'S EVENTS: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Registration Open Hall B - Upper Main Lobby 9:00 AM Exhibits Open Hall B - Lobby Showcasing technology, products and gear at the forefront of the music industry, this international marketplace is not to be missed. 10:00 AM WMC Live DJ Sets Hall B - Lobby DJs from around the world will be spinning live all day! 12:00 PM WMC VJ Challenge Hall B - Lobby Join us for the 3rd Annual VJ Challenge! This competition will test the video mixing and audio/visual skills of some of the world’s finest VJs. Hosted by Psyberpixie and Buster with prizes and giveaways will be provided by DVJ Vision and more! Moderators: Justin Kent - Experience Jockey DVDJ Johnny Diamond - The DVDJs VJ Matty - DVDJS.com Robb Pope - Diggital Ambiance 12:00 PM Demo Listening Workshop B-115 Think you’ve got “it”? Accomplished label executives, producers and A&R reps critique your demo. Pre-confirmed workshop delegates must check in 30 minutes prior to the panel start time or risk forfeit. Walkups will be accepted as “fill-ins” in the case of a “no show”. Panelists: Ramon Wells - Ross-Ellis G - Launch Jason Wilkes - Smooth Rhythm Productions 12:00 PM In the Mix: A Guide to Remixing B-211 What are the key ingredients of a successful remix deal? Do royalties apply? What should you charge? Get the answers from industry experts who’ve done it all. Moderator: Rey Sanchez - University of Miami Panelists: Nick Ditri - Disco Fries Danny Boselovic - Disco Fries Randy Boyer - En Mass Music Armand Pena - The Rhythm Freak Records Jean Elan - Shake Me Please 12:30 PM Digital Distribution Delivered B-210 The world of digital distribution is rapidly expanding --- and with growth comes change. This panel touches on a broad gamut of topics that will help you effectively distribute your music in the digital age. Come discuss new technologies, inventory, legalities and rights in this not to miss panel. Moderator: Lee Parsons - Ditto Music Panelists: Stacey L. Taylor - Taylor Global Media Jim Robinson - Promo Only Craig O'Neil - IODA Adam Parness - Rhapsody Jeff Diones - Whitelabel/Serato Serona Elton, Esq. - University of Miami Clark Warner - Beatport 1:30 PM WMC & MIFF Present Soundtracking for Film & TV B-212 In a world full of composers and producers, learn how to shine. Presented along with the Miami International Film Festival, this panel delves into the art of scoring for film and television. Probe the minds of accomplished filmmakers and artists who reveal the secrets behind composing thematic tracks that rock the cinema and small screen. Moderator: Allen Jacobi - Allen Jacobi Law Panelists: John Dickson - Filmuzik, LLC Bill Coleman - Peace Bisquit Sergio Minski - Palosanto Music Company Billy Corben - Rakontur Mary E. Nunez - Sony Music Entertainment 2:00 PM Event Design, Planning & Promotion B-213 Whether you are the party thrower or the life of the party, it is always good to know the steps in organizing a successful event. Come learn how to coordinate your talent, how to advertise, market, decorate and budget your bash all while making money. Moderator: Jason Beukema - Whet Travel/ Groove Cruise Panelists: Bobby Brandt - Central Park Miami Dennis Wheeler - Shelborne South Beach Andrew Fox - Clubplanet/ Want Tickets Boo from Sleepy & Boo - Basic NYC Sleepy from Sleepy & Boo - Basic NYC Pete Kalamoutsos - Glow Robert Fernandez - Team Pitbull/Famous Artist Allan Hardenberg - ALDA EVENTS Andrew Dreskin - Ticketfly 2:30 PM Q&A with Beatport CEO Matthew Adell B-211 Matthew Adell - Chief Executive Officer, Beatport As CEO of Beatport, one of the largest sources for electronic music in the world, Matthew Adell has made a career out of connecting people with the music they love. Starting with his teenage years working in a record store in suburban Chicago, Adell now has more than 25 years of experience in music having served at some of the most influential companies in the industry. Prior to joining Beatport, Adell was Vice President of Music Services at Napster, where he was charged with creative oversight of Napster’s Music Programming and Product initiatives. His previous experience also includes tenure as Vice President of Music Services at MusicNow.com as well as senior positions at Amazon and Motorola's Radiowave.com. Prior to his career in digital music Adell was Vice President of Wax Trax! Records where he signed The KLF, KMFDM and others. He later moved on to start Organico, his own house music label and the original home to Derrick Carter and Dubtribe Sound System. Moderator: Bruno del Granado - RM Entertainment Group Panelist: Matthew Adell - Beatport 4:00 PM WMC DJ - Spin-Off - Scratching Hall B - Lobby DJs put their scratching skills to the test! It's a battle for the finest in this DJing Competition. Hosted by DJ Sama with prizes and free giveaways provided by Pioneer, Rane and CHAUVET. Moderators: DJ Immortal - Scratch DJ Academy Ed Whitty - Whitty DJ Danny Diggz - www.CrooklynClan.net DJ Serafin - The Rebel Base 4:00 PM The Buzz : Media, Marketing, Social Networking and You B-212 From broadcast to electronic media and digital networking platforms, learn how to use the media to your advantage. Moderator: Susan Stipcianos - The Dream Team Agency Panelists: Jim Tremayne - DJ Times Mat Bates - Slacker Radio Ramon Wells - Ross-Ellis Justin Johnson - IODA Leslie Jose Zigel, Esq. - ZIGLAW Ravi Bayanker - Glow 4:30 PM Product Demo: Stanton- Innovations in DJ Technology (Part 2) B-112 Stanton presents some of the latest and greatest innovations that all DJs can afford. From beginner to intermediate up to Pro and even Producers -- we’ve got you covered. Check out the STR8.150 with its superior engineering is becoming the new standard for Turntables. Experience the integration of cost effective controllers and DVS systems like Serato Video with the SC System3. Plus discover the future of DJ-ing for Professional DJs & Producers with SC System 1, on Ableton / Traktor Pro…. Break new records, not your bank! Hosted by B-SIDE + other international guest DJs.
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