Music Biz 2016 Conference In Nashville Announces Programs

Programs about brand strategies, management, touring and entertainment law have been added to the Music Biz 2016 conference to be held at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel on May 16-18.

Topics that are back by popular demand include: metadata summit, music startup academy; a town hall for artists, management and touring; metadata for artists; a town hall for songwriters and publishers; a town hall for Record Store Day; music educators meetup; and entertainment and technology law conference.

New programs this year include: a panel with prominent women in the music business; a branding and strategic partnership summit; and a direct-to-fan forum.

Breakout session topics include: social media and video monetization; the hi-res music market; catalog in the digital age; harnessing new data opportunities; and virtual reality. Live music will also be showcased in various Nashville venues.

An awards breakfast presented by CMA will be held on May 17 at 8:30 a.m. John Esposito and Redeye’s Glenn Dicker and Tor Hansen will accept awards; Brett Eldredge is also scheduled to perform. An awards luncheon on May 18 at 12:30 p.m. will honor rising pop star Halsey, Sam Hunt, and Little Big Town.

Discount rates to attend Music Biz 2016 are available through March 11.