Music Futures Series of Panel Events for June 2013

 

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Suedehead: Interview with Ed Buller
Gen Editor Paul Reed talks to the Suede, Pulp and White Lies Producer and former Psychedelic Fur in advance of Music Futures on 5th June. What is the best advice that you can give to up and coming producers?

Merlin: All I have to do is stream
New research from independent global music rights group Merlin confirms that streaming is now serious business, with 30% of independent labels across Europe generating more income from streaming than downloads last year. Merlin, which has now been in operation for five years, has published results of a member survey in which over 90% of respondents saw streaming revenues shoot up between 2011 and 2012.

Google launch Spotify rival
As widely predicted, in-between court appearances, Google has revealed its so-called Spotify rival streaming service- the snappily titled ‘Google Play Music All Access’ (we presume All Access means Bermuda, Dublin or any off-shore tax haven). Alongside sporting a title that just trips off the tongue (and then clumsily falls down the stairs), the platform launched immediately in the US with a $9.99 per month price tag, the equivalent of less than £6, though pricing wasn’t actually confirmed for other territories at the US launch.

AIM Awards hit repeat
As the industry awards season expands in a manner that puts music festivals to shame, entries for this year’s AIM Independent Music Awards are now open again. Submissions will be accepted from members and non-members of AIM for the third annual awards on September 3 at The Brewery in London.

Funding gains Momentum at TGE
Just when you thought it safe to get back in the water, PRS for Music Foundation and Arts Council England announce the launch of Momentum Music fund – a £500,000 investment to develop the careers of talented artists and bands.

Generator launches Mapped Out
In response to Arts Council England’s (ACE) aim to support the development of artistic talent for the UK music industry, Generator launched Mapped Out at Liverpool Sound City- a national contemporary music touring network that will link high quality emerging talent to six independent promoters across the UK, focusing on towns that have been identified as having insubstantial provision for emerging music.

Origin of the species: Evolution interview
The 25,000 capacity two-day Evolution Festival launched in 2002 in the North East of England and has featured the likes of Tinie Tempah, Iggy and the Stooges, Plan B, Dizzee Rascal and Deadmau5. The Gen’s Editor Paul Reed caught up with Festival Director (and Generator CEO) Jim Mawdsley in advance of this year’s event on 26th and 27th May. 1) Can you tell us a bit about the process of putting the festival together?

Not so Daft Punks
Following one of the most ubiquitous Number One hits in recent memory with ‘Get lucky’, Daft Punk are streaming their new album on iTunes and it has already become the biggest dance album pre-order ever on Amazon.co.uk with 5 days of preorders stil to collate.

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Music Futures Series

5
Jun

Songwriting & Production in 2013
The relationship between producer and artist is as ever changing as the industry itself. How does this affect both parties? What are the best ways forward for an up and coming producer or songwriter in 2013 and how can effective relationships be created?  
12
Jun

Labels / Publishing – a new approach
The old days of knocking on the doors of labels and music publishers are long gone. While there’s still a giant leap to take to ‘get signed’ in the traditional sense, new models give an artist the freedom to take a new approach. But what options are available to emerging artists in 2013? 
19
Jun

DIY Marketing on a Shoestring
With so many digital marketing channels available to the modern artist, it’s easy to lose focus. We take a look at the best tools and strategies for building your profile effectively and selling directly to fans. 
26
Jun

Hit the Road
With venues closing down and promoters in small towns struggling to break even how can we make sure emerging talent can go on tour without breaking the bank? This panel looks to explain the issues and what is being done to resolve them.