Every City is a Music City!
Especially you, Denver – That’s why we’re bringing our Roadshow to you in 2025!
The Music Business Association creates the rooms where important conversations about the future of our industry are held. Not everyone can make it to our Annual Music Biz Conference, so we bring these rooms to YOU through our Music Biz Roadshow! These events bring elements of our popular Annual Conference to cities where music and entrepreneurship are thriving to connect our members with local artists & music executives. Our high-level panels and fireside chats will educate communities on today’s music ecosystem, followed with a cocktail mixer to build new relationships among players in the global music industry!
SCHEDULE:
5 PM MST
Doors Open
5:30 PM MST
Presentation by Open On Sunday
Open On Sunday was formed as a way for musical artists of all genres and catalog sizes to get cash when and how they need it. Today we are building the fastest, most flexible digital platform for unlocking your music catalog's wealth . . . even on Sundays.
Presenter: Malcolm Thompson, President & Co-Founder, Open On Sunday
5:45 PM MST
Where's My Money? (And How Do I Get It?)
Did you know that when you write a song, record a song, and release a song, different rights are created and royalties are tied to those rights automatically? Our expert panel will explore the various types of rights and royalties - mechanical, performance, etc. - and explain where to find what you're owed. Learn how to effectively track your earnings, understand your rights, and maximize your income from your music. Bring your questions and let’s unlock the mysteries of making music!
Moderator:
Portia Sabin, President, Music Business Association
Speakers:
David Atkinson, Senior Director of Label Relations, Deezer
Sean McNamara, Director, Publisher Services, The MLC
Emily White, Author of How to Build a Sustainable Music Career & Collect All Revenue Streams
6:30 PM MST
SHOW ME THE MONEY! How To Get Paid When Your Music is Streamed
Presentation by Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC)
Are you tapping into all the royalty dollars that music streaming entitles you to? When your music is streamed on digital platforms, multiple types of royalties are generated & paid to creators. Join us for a presentation by the MLC, which will break down the digital music landscape today, explaining the different rights involved and the royalties due to creators of both musical works & sound recordings. This is your chance to ensure you're not leaving money on the table!
Presenter: Sean McNamara, Director, Publisher Services, The MLC
6:45 PM MST
Your Music, Your Team: Team-Building for Artists
What are the various roles artists need to play today, and when is it time to involve other people? Learn how and when to build the right team to support and grow your career as an artist, what you should do yourself, and what you need to be aware of so that you control your own business.
Moderator:
Portia Sabin, President, Music Business Association
Speakers:
Cherie Lily, Director of Brand Partnerships & Music, Voss Events
Kaitlyn Moore, SVP of Marketing, mtheory
Malcolm Thompson, Founder & President of Open On Sunday
7:30 PM MST
Networking Reception
Wrap up the program with meaningful conversations and new connections among the evening's speakers, as well as your fellow artist attendees!
