Beyond Streaming: Unlocking New Revenue Opportunities for Artists
Conference
Beyond Streaming: Unlocking New Revenue Opportunities for Artists
Speakers: Aly Gillani (European Label Representative, Bandcamp), Anjali Nazarenko (Brand Activation Director, MassiveMusic), Myradh Cormican (Head of Strategic Partnerships & Digital, Frame Artists), Scuba (DJ, Producer, and Founder of Hotflush Recordings)
Moderator: Becky Wixon (Head of Songtradr Talent)
Gain insights into unlocking alternative revenue streams to help diversify artist’s income beyond traditional methods and enhance creative freedom.
In this panel, artists will gain insights into unlocking new revenue streams and diversify their income beyond traditional methods. Explore practical strategies for working with brands, from sonic branding to licensing and bespoke composition, as well as approaches to merchandising and creating digital experiences that engage fans. These insights will help artists enhance their creative freedom and deepen their cultural relevance while building a more sustainable career.
Hosted by Songtradr’s Head of Talent, Becky Wixon, this session features industry professionals with vast experience including DJ and producer Scuba. The panelists bring diverse expertise from helping to elevate the careers of artists like Chase & Status, through to establishing artist partnerships and projects with brands including Magnum and Heineken. The discussion will highlight how alternative revenue streams can offer greater creative independence, financial security, and brand-building for artists.
Conference FAQ
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Info & Ticket Desks for picking up your personal ADE Pro Pass badge & wristband
Felix Meritis (outside)
Address: Keizersgracht 324, 1016EZ Amsterdam
Tuesday October 15: 16:00 to 20:00
Wednesday October 16: 09:00 to 19:00
Thursday October 17: 08:30 to 19:00
Friday October 18: 08:30 to 19:00
Saturday October 19: 10:00 to 19:00
Sunday October 20: CLOSED
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I Amsterdam Store - Central Station
Address: De Ruijterkade 28 B t/m D, 1012 AA Amsterdam.
Tuesday October 15: 14:00 to 18:30
Wednesday October 16: 09:00 to 18:30
Thursday October 17: 09:00 to 18:30
Friday October 18: 09:00 to 18:30
Saturday October 19: 09:00 to 18:30
Sunday October 20: 09:00 to 18:30
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Het Groene Paleis
Address: Nes 76, 1012KE Amsterdam
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Wednesday October 16: 18:00 to 22:00
Thursday October 17: 18:00 to 22:00
Friday October 18: 18:00 to 22:00
Saturday October 19: 18:00 to 20:00
Sunday October 20: CLOSED
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