PANELISTS
Panelists include: Jeff Dixon, Co-CEO of Disturbing Tha Peace, Lenny S, VP of A&R of Def Jam, Riggs Morales, Director of A&R of Shady Records, De Mckenzie, Director of A&R of G-Unit, Tone Capone, VP of Universal, Wayne Williams, VP Of A&R of Jive Records, Super Producer 88 Keys, Super Producer Amadeus, & Much Much More...
Past Panelists include - Chivon Dean, President of Ruff Ryders, Jeff Robinson, CEO of MBK Management (Alicia Keys Manager), Byran Leach, President of Pologround Records, Sha Money XL, CEO of Money Management, Talented Rappers Maino & Sha Stimuli.
A&R Power Summit Background:
The A&R Power Summit is the brainchild of Jesse Atkinson, CEO of Urban Threshold Enterprises Inc, Robert "Mr. Raw" Wright, Chief Operating Officer of Urban Threshold Inc., and J. Price Mars, Executive VP of Urban Threshold Inc. For the past 5 years, some of the music industry's most influential decision makers have gathered at The A&R Power Summit to share their music business expertise with the summit's attendees.
The A&R Power Summit is one of the most vital music conferences in America. It is the only conference that focuses on the role of the A&R. The summit's comprehensive program schedule of panels, workshops, and demo listening sessions address the important issues affecting the music industry today. The A&R Power Summit offers lively and incisive moderators, diverse participants, meaty discussions, fantastic performances and spirited debates.
The A&R Power Summit combines the elements of a music conference, an informational seminar, and an entertainment showcase into one lively event. It also provides an invaluable talent search resource to the music industry professionals present. A&R representatives from the hottest urban labels come together to discuss the best avenues for artists to take to get the record deal that will further their career.
Moreover, Urban Threshold Inc is proud to announce that The A&R Power Summit Seminar series has helped 3 artists secure major recording deals with labels such as Universal, Island Def Jam and Atlantic. Additionally, quite a few producers have landed song placements due to the connections they made at the A&R Power Summit. Equally important, at each summit, the A&R Power Summit committee presents special awards to music industry professionals for outstanding achievement in their field.
Past A&R Power Summit Award recipients include: Bryan Leach, former Director of A&R at TVT Records, Chivon Dean, President of Ruff Ryders, Wayne Williams, VP of A&R of Jive Records, Lenny Santiago, VP of A&R of Def Jam, James Eichelberger, Director of A&R for TVT Records, and many more
The Mission:
The mission of the A&R Power Summit is to give talented artists and producers, who have few connections or resources, the chance to get their music heard and the chance to receive valuable business information regarding the music industry.
Who Should Attend:
Participants in this event will include: Major label A&R's, unsigned artists, independent record labels, publishers, managers, fashion executives, film makers, producers, internet companies, distributors, booking agents, journalists, retailers, lawyers, songwriters, models, DJ's, and much more.
Summit Highlights:
Exhibitor's Hall: Take a look at some of the products on the market that are changing how we make music.
Listener's Lounge : Attendees will get their demos evaluated by music industry professionals on the spot! Play your music for some of the major's top A&R representatives from Warner Brothers, Atlantic, Sony-BMG and more. This is your personal opportunity to network with them and get your music heard and considered for a deal.-
Producer's Seminar: Learn from and meet some of the industry's leading producers and engineers.
Panel Discussions: Learn how to promote yourself, How to promote your music, How to create your company, How to distribute your product yourself, How to stay relevant, How to generate revenue. Learn what A&R's are looking for, Learn how to get a production deal, Learn what to expect when signed to a deal, Learn how to generate a buzz, Learn how to generate multiple revenue stream
A&R Drop Box: Shop your music package to top level A&R's
DISCLAIMER:
Urban Threshold Enterprises CANNOT GUARANTEE that any client will receive any sort of deal (i.e. Record, Distribution, Publishing, Production, Label Venture, etc). Urban Threshold will guarantee that clients will have the opportunity to present their music to high profile music executives for consideration for a record deal.
THIS IS AN IDEAL WAY FOR SINGERS, RAPPERS, PRODUCERS, AND SONG WRITERS TO GET THEIR MUSIC HEARD AND CONSIDERED FOR A DEAL!!!
ALL ACCESS TICKETS ARE $280 PER PERSON
PURCHASE TICKETS TODAY!!! LIMITED SPOTS ARE AVAILABLE!!
PLEASE PRINT AND BRING YOUR RECEIPT WITH YOU!!!!
Meet Face to Face with Major Label A&R's
2 Day Music Event Extravaganza (May 2nd - May 3rd, 2009)
Day 1 - A&R Power Summit Seminar Panels, Demo Listening Sessions aand R&B Showcase
Saturday, May 2nd 2009 @ Hellen Mills Theater (137-139 West 26th Street) in NYC
Day 2 - A&R Power Summit Seminar Panels and Hip Hop Showcase
Sunday, May 3rd, 2009 @ Don Hills in NYC
Very Tight Security/ No Drugs or Weapons Allowed/ ID is a Must!!
ALL ACCESS TICKETS ARE $280 PER PERSON
(WHAT DO YOU GET?)
- Get Demo Evaluated with 1 A&R.
- Access to seminar panels .
- Each Attendee will receive an exclusive copy of The Urban Music Institute DVD
- Dinner buffet
Shop Your Music to Top Notch A&R's
To Purchase tickets in person contact: Jesse Jess 917-355-3456 Mr. Raw 212-340-1118 J. Mars at (866) 841-9139 x1980
