(L-R : Rick Gonzalez, Peter Cohen, Suzan Bratner, D.A Wallach)
Participate in an interactive discussion and Q&A with some of the key people in new media marketing in the United States
Click on the series of 7 video clips below to
Learn more about getting your band or artist booked in venues in the US
Hear from some of the key influencers in the new media space to help develop your strategy.
Gain a knowledge of how to maximize your revenue streams in online mechanisms and also learning about the costs and deals involved.
Understand who the key tastemakers and outlets in the online world are and how to reach them, including blogs, social networking, recommendation tools, mobile, podcasts, and digital aggregators.
Receive direct advice, tips, do's and don'ts about breaking your music online and gain an understanding of how best to get your music into online retail and drive traffic.
Get an idea of where the sector is going, so you can prepare for the future.
Take part in a detailed discussion of case studies relevant to your needs.
Get comprehensive take-home notes to help you make the next step in evolving your presence online.
Network with others in the local music industry.
Joining Us Live From Los Angeles
SUZAN BRATNER- William Morris Endeavor Agency. As part of one of the oldest and most powerful music agencies in Hollywood, SuzAnn works with high level clients including Foo Fighters, Amy Winehouse, M.I.A. She runs the 'Self Serve' division within the agency where she works with clients to provide new ways to distribute their content while maximizing profits and maintaining control of their rights. SuzAnn has also worked general manager for US management company 3 Artist Management where she managed the careers of The Crystal Method, Paul Oakenfold, Grandaddy. www.wma.com
RICK GONZALEZ- Apropos Music Marketing. Founder the high level music marketing and branding company. As head of marketing for Sony Music's label ImmortalRecords he was instrumental in launching careers of Korn and Incubus through non-traditional grass roots and digital marketing. Rick then segued into artist management and development, marketing artists such as Cypress Hill, Rage Against The Machine, RZA of the Wu Tang Clan, Jurassic 5 and Rob Zombie. www.aproposmm.com
D.A. WALLACH - Frontman/songwriter of US band Chester French. Signed to Interscope Records by Pharell Williams of the Neptunes. D.A. is a Harvard grad who has taken a very 'hands on' approach to marketing his band and has successfully embraced new media in promoting his music and career. www.myspace.com/chesterfrench
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