Welcome to the ASCAP EXPO schedule and panelist/attendee directory! You will find the full EXPO schedule and panelist bios here.
Come meet your fellow EXPO attendees at this networking event the night before the ASCAP EXPO begins. Please get your EXPO badge at the ASCAP Registration desk on the Mezzanine Level of the Loews Hollywood Hotel prior to the party!
Learn about ASCAP Member Access and speak to an ASCAP Member Services representative. This is also where you can pick up your registration bag and enter to be eligible for the sponsor giveaways during the EXPO.
As the world's leading performing rights organization and strongest advocate for music creators, ASCAP is at the center of the sweeping changes affecting the music industry. You don't want to miss this opening session, in which ASCAP's President and Chairman Paul Williams, ASCAP CEO John LoFrumento and ASCAP Executive Vice President of Membership Randy Grimmett will provide an update on the "state of the union" of ASCAP, the choices you have for future career success and making the most of your EXPO experience. You’ll get a deeper understanding of what ASCAP is doing on your behalf, and how ASCAP’s role fits into the wider music industry climate.
Get your official ASCAP EXPO and ASCAP merch and purchase access to video content from this year's EXPO panels. Also, become eligible for the sponsor giveaways during the EXPO.
For close to a century, ASCAP has been a leader in advocacy and grassroots efforts focused on protecting the rights of music creators. We had a great response to last year’s video initiative, designed to inform and educate key Washington policy makers and legislators about the issues that affect the music community. As a follow up, we are once more looking to capture testimonials from ASCAP members and fellow music creators at this year’s EXPO. If you would like to have your voice heard by your respective Members of Congress and others, please stop by the Elysian Park Room on the 3rd floor to take part in a brief video interview and articulate what being a music creator means to you!
Bring your own music and play it back on the highest quality speakers around! Check the online EXPO schedule for details on special guests. Stop by this room between scheduled sessions for ongoing demonstrations of the new PMC twotwo™ near field monitors, presented by Vintage King.
SoundExchange will explain how registering (for free!) with them can earn you royalties for plays on satellite radio, Internet radio, cable TV music channels and other services that stream sound recordings. SoundExchange is a non-profit, and an important source of revenue for all artists (big and small) and labels (indie and major): they've distributed over $1.3 billion to artists and labels so far. But thousands of artists and labels don't know they need to register, and millions in royalties haven't yet been claimed. Interactive and question-driven, this workshop will also cover need-to-know info on copyright, licensing, metadata and legislation that will affect your career.
ASCAP composer James S. Levine has given musical life to plastic surgeons (Nip/Tuck) and singing high schoolers (Glee), police detectives (Rizzoli & Isles) and ruthless lawyers (Damages). He’s used to dealing with characters with dark secrets, but he’s never had a scoring assignment quite as terrifying as American Horror Story, the acclaimed FX horror-drama heading into its third season this fall. Levine will dive deep into his evolution and creative process, with an emphasis on how he uses music to inspire dread in the hearts of television audiences.
Great production is as essential to a song’s success as a great lyric and melody, but the role of a producer is often shrouded in mystery. This panel of top producers from across the genre spectrum will explain how they help turn a song into a recording that’s more than the sum of its parts. You’ll end up with a solid understanding of how your favorite music transitioned from ideas to finished products, and the skillset you need to be a professional producer.
Engage in honest talk and receive valuable advice from a chart-topping country singer-songwriter and music publishers in this song feedback session, during which a limited number of songs pre-submitted by registrants will be given constructive criticism in front of an audience.
A growing number of music creators are earning money and building connections with fans on YouTube. While the coin of the realm is still cover songs, there are also opportunities to make money with your original music. This panel will explore advertising partnerships, royalties and other channels for songwriters, composers and performers alike to get noticed and market themselves on YouTube.
Asia has emerged as one of the biggest markets for pop music in the world, and not just for Asian music creators. Our panel of trans-Pacific pop experts will talk about breaking into K-Pop, J-Pop and Chinese pop music, and how their success across the Pacific has impacted their careers back home.
For close to a century, ASCAP has been a leader in advocacy and grassroots efforts focused on protecting the rights of music creators. We had a great response to last year’s video initiative, designed to inform and educate key Washington policy makers and legislators about the issues that affect the music community. As a follow up, we are once more looking to capture testimonials from ASCAP members and fellow music creators at this year’s EXPO. If you would like to have your voice heard by your respective Members of Congress and others, please stop by the Elysian Park Room on the 3rd floor to take part in a brief video interview and articulate what being a music creator means to you!
Emmy Award-winning composer Geoff Zanelli will show his many musical talents in this demo session. With music contribution credits like The Odd Life of Timothy Green, HBO series Pacific, the Spielberg mini-series Into the West and the upcoming movie The Lone Ranger, Zanelli has a lot of music coming your way. Stop by this room between scheduled sessions for ongoing demonstrations of the new PMC twotwo™ near field monitors, presented by Vintage King.
Learn how to use Digital Print Publishing to sell your sheet music online through www.sheetmusicplus.com, the world's largest sheet music store. We will demo our easy-to-use service including how to sign up for a free account, and upload your titles for sale. You'll get great tips on making your titles more appealing to buyers, including adding sound samples, detailed descriptions, and more. Join the satisfied songwriters, musicians, composers and arrangers who are already successfully selling their sheet music to millions of customers around the world with Digital Print Publishing.
Online video has created a new ecosystem for creators, delivering the work of songwriters and musicians to a global audience. The continued growth of user engagement on YouTube, coupled with the company's licensing efforts, presents new ways for songwriters and publishers to drive revenue and maximize awareness. This workshop will discuss ways to monetize and control your content, gain insights to maximize revenue and other best practices.
The world fell in love with Katy Perry in 2008, the year she released the multi-platinum One of the Boys, and topped the charts with its first single “I Kissed a Girl." She has since set sales and chart records with her album, Teenage Dream, earning dozens of industry accolades including Billboard’s Woman of the Year. While Katy has blossomed into one of today’s biggest and boldest pop stars, her success has been hard-won. In the ten years leading up to her major label debut on Capitol, Katy was signed to three record labels, yet remained true to her artistic vision throughout the process. Katy Perry is no manufactured pop princess - she wrote or co-wrote her songs every step of the way, including the record-breaking six #1 singles from Teenage Dream. Katy’s story is one of both talent and perseverance, and she’ll share the ups and downs of the journey in this keynote interview.
One-on-One Sessions, which have sold out early each year, provide attendees an opportunity to meet with a songwriter/composer, music publisher, online marketing executive, record company executive, Film/TV music executive, music attorney or ASCAP executive. The 15-minute session will be a mix of career advice and/or song critiques.
There are no openings or waiting list spots available.
From his early work with Hollertronix to his recent collaborations with Justin Bieber, Bruno Mars and No Doubt, 2013 ASCAP Vanguard Award-winning DJ-producer Diplo is consistently one of the most creative producers working in pop music. He’s renowned for mixing in sounds from around the world, creating quirky backdrops that highlight the personalities of the many artists he works with. Diplo will be joined by rising hip-hop star Big Sean, a two-time Grammy nominee and one of the first signings to Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music roster. After several acclaimed mixtapes and guest raps, Big Sean’s debut album Finally Famous hit #1 on the US Rap charts, propelling him to mainstream success and a 2012 Best New Artist award from BET. The two will talk about their lives and their art in this wide-ranging discussion. It promises to be an inspiring conversation between two music creators at the top of their game.
ASCAP Board member, Cameron Strang, is CEO & Chairman of Warner/Chappell Music (WCM). Since Strang took the reins in January 2011, the iconic global publisher has undergone a creative resurgence; winning 2012 ASCAP Pop Publisher of the Year and celebrating an impressive showing at 2013 Grammys. WCM recently signed agreements with Beyoncé and Jay-Z, supported artists including Nate Ruess (Fun.), Kendrick Lamar and Ben Howard and enjoyed success with Les Misérables and Book of Mormon. Prior to WCM, Strang founded New West Records and Southside Music, and was instrumental in furthering the careers of Bruno Mars, Steve Earle and Kris Kristofferson, among others. In this enlightening master session, Strang and ASCAP EVP of Membership Randy Grimmett will discuss Strang’s unique path, and explore what goes into being a great publisher - from finding new talent to balancing art and commerce.
This panel will look at current and potential revenue opportunities for songwriters and composers, and what you need to have in place before committing to a revenue-focused campaign. We'll look at the tools, techniques and best practices that music creators should consider when raising money, including fan-funding and direct-to-fan approaches. We’ll also discuss ways to keep your momentum going while monetizing your fan base and generating new fans.
Every major music publishing house has a production music library, but you don’t have to be signed with a huge company to make money from this lucrative revenue stream. Our panel of independent production music composers and entrepreneurs will share their stories and teach you everything you need to know to build a career in production music the DIY way.
KoOoL kOjAk mEgAbLaStEr BoOmBaP MaStEr RX SoNgZ JuNgLe RuMbLeR! Kool Kojak has written and produced such songs as Flo Rida's "Right Round," Nicki Minaj's “Va Va Voom," Travis Barker's "Raw Sh!t," Ke$ha’s "Blow," "Gold Trans Am" and "Wonderland," Matisyahu's entire Spark Seeker album and many more. Listen in to find out why he is KoOol. Stop by this room between scheduled sessions for ongoing demonstrations of the new PMC twotwo™ near field monitors, presented by Vintage King.
The power and necessity of having your brand online is no longer in question. How to do it simply, affordably and effectively still is. Join Liz Leahy, the CEO of Section 101, as she cuts through the noise and tech speak to help you create a beautiful, effective website and online presence. This session will address questions of creativity, cost, resourcefulness and more, all aimed at helping you establish a solid foundation online. Clients include Aimee Mann, Jonatha Brooke, Duran Duran, BUSH, Eagles of Death Metal and more.
Through ingenious combinations of pop, hip-hop and R&B, the Grammy-winning songwriting-production team Stargate, composed of Norwegians Mikkel Eriksen and Tor Hermansen, has crafted massive hits for some of today’s biggest artists. Stargate is a constant fixture on the charts, responsible for a wide range of unstoppable songs including Katy Perry's “Firework,” Wiz Khalifa’s “Black and Yellow” and Rihanna's “Only Girl (in the World),” “S&M,” “What’s My Name” and “Diamonds” as well as songs for Beyoncé, Whitney Houston, Ne-Yo, Lionel Richie and Shakira. Both Tor and Mikkel are experienced instrumentalists, and the solid musical core they bring to every production is the key to the durability of their music. In addition to their killer beats and great melodies, Stargate’s skills shine brightest in their ability to collaborate with other gifted artists, such as Ne-Yo, with whom they have created some powerful songs, including Ne-Yo’s “Let Me Love You (Until You Learn to Love Yourself)” and Rihanna dance-pop hit “Take a Bow.” Ne-Yo, who has risen to become one of modern music’s most talented and prolific artists. is a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, composer and producer, and in less than five years, he’s produced three #1 albums featuring such popular hits as “So Sick,” “Sexy Love,” “Miss Independent,” “Closer” and more, sold more than 10 million copies worldwide and collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Tim McGraw. His fifth album, R.E.D., was released last fall. In this very special session, Mikkel, Tor and Ne-Yo will provide a valuable look into the art of collaboration, the creative process and how they’ve created some of today’s most popular music.
Meet your fellow music creators and panelists at a special networking reception on the terrace outside the Dolby Ballroom. There will be a special photo ‘booth’ with props outside the Dolby Ballroom throughout the EXPO. A photographer will be on hand during this reception to take photos. All of the photos will be posted to ASCAP EXPO's Facebook page. Find and tag yourself, then share your EXPO Experience with your friends.
Be sure to tag all of your own photos with #ASCAPEXPO on Instagram and Twitter throughout the EXPO.
Enjoy some great live music from this diverse group of successful ASCAP songwriters, who will treat the audience to acoustic performances of some of their best-known songs in an intimate “in-the-round” setting.
The Women’s International Music Network (The WiMN) and Notion Music are proud to debut
The WiMN ASCAP “You Are Next” Showcase. This showcase spotlights talented female artists and takes place at The Sprint Stage at the Lobby Bar of the Loews Hollywood Hotel. The showcase is comprised of artists who submitted their material through The WiMN and were chosen by industry experts based on their songwriting and performance talents and originality. Trailblazing 17-year-old singer-songwriter Ali Isabella will headline the showcase.
Learn about ASCAP Member Access and speak to an ASCAP Member Services representative. This is also where you can pick up your registration bag and drop your business card to be eligible for the sponsor giveaways during the EXPO.
Ken Jordan and RJD2 are two of electronica’s most acclaimed renaissance men. As one half of The Crystal Method, Jordan has given us dance floor anthems and platinum-selling albums, collaborated with rock’s elite and soundtracked films, TV shows and video games. RJD2 has brought his funky, restlessly creative production style to four solo records, plus collaborative projects and remix records; somehow, he’s also found time to run a record label and compose the theme to the multiple Emmy-winning series Mad Men amidst a relentless touring schedule. These two business-savvy beatmakers will talk about how they’ve built enduring, fulfilling careers that go way beyond the dance floor.
So you're an artist-songwriter, writer-producer or just a songwriter looking for that next cut. Why would the industry want YOUR song to drive its dreams, become a hit, convince someone to spend $100,000 on production and millions on promotion? Why should the listener want to own YOUR song? What do all hits have in common? What sets them apart? By looking at what every recent #1 record has in common, you can see the same trends that determine what guides every "hit" writer, producer and artist. ASCAP’s Ralph Murphy demystifies the process and arms you for success. His “Murphy's Laws of Songwriting” are used by successful writers worldwide and give you the tools to take songs from good to great. After this seminar, your songs will be ready to take on the world!
Traditional media like film and TV have historically been the focus of song placements, and even served vital roles in breaking new artists. But with music supervisors boldly entering the digital world, there are more opportunities than ever to getting your music heard. This panel of next generation music supes will explore new avenues for syncing your music to picture and making some money in the process.
Engage in honest talk and receive valuable advice from these industry executives in this song feedback session, during which a limited number of songs pre-submitted by registrants will be given feedback in front of an audience.
The music industry is changing, and so has the role of a record label. As releasing a record has become easier to do independently, signing with a label means something different than it used to. But even DIY artists can still use many of the services that labels have traditionally provided. On this informative panel, you’ll learn all about the new face of the record label, and get practical advice about what that means for your music career.
One-on-One Sessions, which have sold out early each year, provide attendees an opportunity to meet with a songwriter/composer, music publisher, online marketing executive, record company executive, Film/TV music executive, music attorney or ASCAP executive. The 15-minute session will be a mix of career advice and/or song critiques.
There are no openings or waiting list spots available.
Get your official ASCAP EXPO and ASCAP merch and purchase access to video content from this year's EXPO panels. Also, become eligible for the sponsor giveaways during the EXPO.
For close to a century, ASCAP has been a leader in advocacy and grassroots efforts focused on protecting the rights of music creators. We had a great response to last year’s video initiative, designed to inform and educate key Washington policy makers and legislators about the issues that affect the music community. As a follow up, we are once more looking to capture testimonials from ASCAP members and fellow music creators at this year’s EXPO. If you would like to have your voice heard by your respective Members of Congress and others, please stop by the Elysian Park Room on the 3rd floor to take part in a brief video interview and articulate what being a music creator means to you!
Award-winning singer/songwriter Dessy Di Lauro and producer/multi-instrumentalist Ric’key Pageot will speak about how they’ve architected their unique brand of music, Neo-Ragtime. They will go into details about how they wrote, composed, produced, and perform live their songs from the newly released sophomore album, This Is Neo-Ragtime. Di Lauro has been featured in Cirque du Soleil and platinum selling albums and Pageot has toured with Madonna on two world tours since 2008 and recently has written for Jill Scott. Stop by this room between scheduled sessions for ongoing demonstrations of the new PMC twotwo™ near field monitors, presented by Vintage King.
The power and necessity of having your brand online is no longer in question. How to do it simply, affordably and effectively still is. Join Liz Leahy, the CEO of Section 101, as she cuts through the noise and tech speak to help you create a beautiful, effective website and online presence. This session will address questions of creativity, cost, resourcefulness and more, all aimed at helping you establish a solid foundation online. Clients include Aimee Mann, Jonatha Brooke, Duran Duran, BUSH, Eagles of Death Metal and more.
Drawing from over 30 years of experience working with such iconic artists as U2, The Rolling Stones, Dave Matthews Band, The Killers, Thirty Seconds to Mars and many more, legendary record producer Steve Lillywhite (CBE) will give his unique insights on managing and inspiring the creative process, the importance of studio culture and the necessity of embracing new technology while not being a slave to it. One of the great masters of the recording craft, Lillywhite is sure to share enlightening stories from the front lines of modern musical history.
Engage in honest talk and receive valuable advice from professional film and television composers and entertainment executives in this feedback session, during which a limited number of music cues, pre-submitted by registrants, will be given feedback in front of a live audience.
The music publishing landscape has changed dramatically over the last few years. Boutique publishers have more latitude to experiment with their signings and business models, and they’re reaching a wider audience than ever with their music. Our panelists all hail from the publishing world’s most creative indies. They’ll reveal what they look for in a new signing, how they work with their songwriters and how they stay ahead of the curve in this constantly evolving music environment.
Engage in honest talk and receive valuable advice from music industry executives in this song feedback session, during which a limited number of songs pre-submitted by registrants will be given feedback in front of an audience.
R&B, hip-hop, soul, dance, rap. Call these styles what you want, they are popular. The creators of today’s urban music draw from a rich array of sounds and sources to create some of modern music’s biggest hits. Learn how some of today’s most successful songwriters and producers got their foot in the door and continue to set the creative bar for everyone else trying to make it in urban music. They’ll explain how, with the right combination of innovation, skills and the ability to collaborate, you can begin your own journey up the charts.
175 attendees who signed up for the Lunch Roundtables will meet with four different panelists in small group settings. This event sold out five months in advance!
There are no openings or waiting list spots available.
Copyright and entertainment law guru Corey Field leads this interactive, audience-friendly guide to the entire music industry, using copyright law fundamentals and role-playing to explain it all! If you ever wondered about the difference between a performing right, a mechanical royalty, a synchronization license, a digital sound recording right, a music publishing agreement and a sound recording agreement, or anything else, this session is for you. Come early, and be prepared to learn it all in a fun and interactive way.
For close to a century, ASCAP has been a leader in advocacy and grassroots efforts focused on protecting the rights of music creators. We had a great response to last year’s video initiative, designed to inform and educate key Washington policy makers and legislators about the issues that affect the music community. As a follow up, we are once more looking to capture testimonials from ASCAP members and fellow music creators at this year’s EXPO. If you would like to have your voice heard by your respective Members of Congress and others, please stop by the Elysian Park Room on the 3rd floor to take part in a brief video interview and articulate what being a music creator means to you!
Are you releasing a cover song? Wondering if you need a license? Confused as to how to get one? Getting a license means supporting your fellow artists and the music community at large! Join HFA’s Per Ohrstrom as he explains the how, what and why of obtaining a license for a cover song and shows how easy (and economical) it is to get one using Songfile, HFA’s online licensing tool.
Producer/composer Scott Spock is well-versed in all styles, with credits ranging from Rihanna to Timbaland, David Bowie to Korn and many more. The seven-time Grammy nominee will share his production techniques. Stop by this room between scheduled sessions for ongoing demonstrations of the new PMC twotwo™ near field monitors, presented by Vintage King.
While still in his teens, songwriter-producer Savan Kotecha would send out dozens of demo tapes a day in hopes of getting just one cut. He landed a major publishing deal when he was only 21, and flew from the US to Sweden to hone his craft with some of the leading writer-producers in pop music. Kotecha has since crafted gigantic hits like Britney Spears's "I Wanna Go," Usher’s "DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love," One Direction's "What Makes You Beautiful" and Maroon 5's "One More Night," among many others, and he’s also the in-house Vocal Producer on X-Factor. Kotecha’s story is one of uncommon talent and incredible commitment. In this candid master session, he’ll give insights into his creative process, and what it takes to transform from an unknown songwriter to a charting hitmaker.
Whether you just co-wrote your first song or you’re a veteran hitmaker in a long term publishing deal, being aware of your legal rights and responsibilities is an important part of a successful career in music. Our panel of music law experts are devoting their entire session to answering your questions about publishing deals, co-writes, clearing samples and anything else you might want to know about putting your legal house in order. Come prepared with questions – our panelists will have the answers!
The groundbreaking sci-fi epic Oblivion, starring Tom Cruise and Morgan Freeman, is easily one of the most anticipated films of 2013. It’s also got one of the most intriguing scores in recent memory, combining the layered electronica of French art-rock act M83 - fronted by composer Anthony Gonzalez - and sweeping orchestral soundscapes from ASCAP composer Joseph Trapanese. The same day Oblivion is released nationwide, Trapanese will go in depth about how they brought the film’s astonishing vision of the future to life.
As music continues to transcend international borders, the global landscape for digital rights licensing is rapidly evolving. While complexities and risks exist, experienced copyright leaders are meeting the challenges head-on and are creating innovative solutions. Learn how PROs from around the world are adapting their relationships to each other, to their members and to new markets in order to simplify their licensing efforts and to maximize new global opportunities for music creators.
As performers, women have long dominated the world’s musical stage. But today more than ever they are also some of the most successful songwriters, executives and entrepreneurs in music. This panel of gifted women will share their experiences in navigating the music industry - the challenges they encountered, the lessons they learned and both the mistakes and smart choices they made - on their way to achieving career success.
One-on-One Sessions, which have sold out early each year, provide attendees an opportunity to meet with a songwriter/composer, music publisher, online marketing executive, record company executive, Film/TV music executive, music attorney or ASCAP executive. The 15-minute session will be a mix of career advice and/or song critiques.
There are no openings or waiting list spots available.
Come see a live performance by Mailani, whose sweet distinctive voice and honest emotions come through in every song, making her one of Hawai‘i’s most endearing rising stars.
Get the Link. Share It. Reward-my-music.com. Florian Torres (Product Manager) and Stanislas Hintzy (Director, Strategy & Business Development) will demonstrate an easy solution to monetize video and music. Be rewarded ($) by fans directly, freely and simply, wherever and whenever your music is played on internet (channels, blogs, websites, Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr). The moozar.com app is simple to customize and can be incorporated in all of the artists marketing and promos.
Producer/engineer Chris Tabron is "a New Yorker in Los Angeles." Tabron has a "Brooklyn" approach to the art of mixing and remixing. Having worked with the likes of Santigold, John Legend, Shiny Toy Guns and Mike Posner, Chris will present a cross section of his versatile work and explain his approach. Stop by this room between scheduled sessions for ongoing demonstrations of the new PMC twotwo™ near field monitors, presented by Vintage King.
Success has taken many shapes for the renowned ASCAP members on this panel. Yet whether they made their name by writing smash pop singles, platinum-selling R&B hits or innovative film scores, they have all faced and overcome creative and professional challenges on the way to their current positions as leaders in their genres. You’ll gain valuable insight and inspiration from each of these artists, who will share what it’s like to build an enduring life in music.
Join musicFIRST for an open bar, supplied by sponsored beverage brands, and great food specials for ASCAP EXPO badge holders. Pabst cans, domestic drafts, and Standing Sun wine will be free of charge while supplies last at this event at Tinhorn Flats Saloon & Grill, right across the street from the Loews Hotel. musicFIRST works to ensure that music creators get fair pay for their work. musicFIRST values music in our lives, let's value the people that create it. This cocktail event is also brought to you by: Two Kings Music, Section 101, Manic Monkee, Pabst Blue Ribbon, Standing Sun Wines and Off The Wall Printing.
Now it’s your turn to shine. At our Attendee Showcase, a diverse group of EXPO registrants, hand picked from a pool of submissions by our panel of music industry experts, will perform their original works for the audience. This year we’re pleased to present the performances at The Sprint Stage at the Lobby Bar of the Loews Hotel, so don’t miss out on listening to some great music and meeting your fellow music creators.
For the fifth year ASCAP and iStandard are thrilled to present this unique showcase opportunity specifically for producers and rappers. Eight EXPO attendees whose tracks were pre-selected by iStandard, will have their music played before a panel of prominent music industry tastemakers, who will then provide valuable and constructive criticism for the benefit of the participants and the audience. Two rappers have been selected, via submissions from EXPO attendees, to perform as well. Get your groove on at this beat-heavy event. The iStandard Producers Showcase has been held in 12 major US cities.
The beats doesn't stop after the ASCAP EXPO iStandard Producer and Rapper Showcase! Stick around to mix and mingle at our Monster Energy Drink After-Party, featuring a DJ set from EXPO panelist and iStandard showcase judge Don Cannon.
Learn about ASCAP Member Access and speak to an ASCAP Member Services representative. This is also where you can pick up your registration bag and enter to be eligible for the sponsor giveaways during the EXPO.
Nico Muhly has been universally hailed as one of the most consistently inventive composers of his generation. While he has demonstrated a unique voice and a staggering range of interests in classical music idioms - from symphonic to chamber works, choral music and ballet to a full-length opera (Two Boys) - he is just as well-respected for dissolving the boundaries between concert music and popular culture. Muhly has lent his talents as performer, arranger and conductor to Antony and the Johnsons, Bonnie “Prince” Billy, Björk, Doveman, Grizzly Bear, Jónsi of Sigur Rós Usher and fun. ; he’s also written acclaimed scores to The Reader and the forthcoming Kill Your Darlings, a biopic about the American Beat poets. In this illuminating master session, Muhly and Kill Your Darlings director John Krokidas will show clips from the movie and discuss how they approached setting the Beats to music. Muhly will also discuss how he carves out his own space in the music world, and what drives his boundless creativity.
ASCAP songwriter Priscilla Renea wowed last year’s EXPO by performing some of her biggest songs at our closing Writers Jam: “California King Bed” (Rihanna), “Who Says” (Selena Gomez) and “Love Spent” (Madonna). We’re bringing her back for an EXPO first - an interactive writing session, where Priscilla and some friends will write a song on the spot based on ideas from the audience. Be a part of some spontaneous music magic at this one-of-a-kind master session!
It doesn’t matter how talented you are, succeeding in music is a team sport. To advance in your career you eventually need some expert guidance and skills that only an attorney, a manager, a publicist, a co-writer or a business manager can provide. But who do you need most, and at what stage? This panel of industry experts will explore the different players that can help your career and the smart way to go about creating a winning team.
You’ve got the talent. You’ve got the drive. But what you really need to make it in today’s music business is a firm grasp of the “business.” Navigating today’s choppy industry waters takes an understanding of how the music business operates, from record deals and publishing to the many different areas that generate income and the deals associated with them to the growing opportunities in the digital world. Here’s your chance to ask questions of a panel of industry experts (a publisher, an attorney and a manager), who can give you a broad overview of what you need to know now.
One-on-One Sessions, which have sold out early each year, provide attendees an opportunity to meet with a songwriter/composer, music publisher, online marketing executive, record company executive, Film/TV music executive, music attorney or ASCAP executive. The 15-minute session will be a mix of career advice and/or song critiques.
There are no openings or waiting list spots available.
Get your official ASCAP EXPO and ASCAP merch and purchase access to video content from this year's EXPO panels. Also, become eligible for the sponsor giveaways during the EXPO.
For close to a century, ASCAP has been a leader in advocacy and grassroots efforts focused on protecting the rights of music creators. We had a great response to last year’s video initiative, designed to inform and educate key Washington policy makers and legislators about the issues that affect the music community. As a follow up, we are once more looking to capture testimonials from ASCAP members and fellow music creators at this year’s EXPO. If you would like to have your voice heard by your respective Members of Congress and others, please stop by the Elysian Park Room on the 3rd floor to take part in a brief video interview and articulate what being a music creator means to you!
Best Of Show winner at MacWorld and recipient of rave reviews in every major music magazine, MasterWriter is the most powerful suite of songwriting tools ever assembled in one program. MasterWriter is used by some of the world's most successful songwriters, including Gwen Stefani, Rob Thomas, Babyface Edmonds, Kenny Loggins, Trent Reznor, Jimmy Webb and Carole Bayer Sager. Barry DeVorzon, the founder of MasterWriter and a successful songwriter in his own right, will be sharing stories and demonstrating the most helpful features in MasterWriter. On-site discount offered plus a chance to win a free copy by simply attending.
Mastering music for any format with impact is fine art. Mastering engineer Maor Appelbaum’s tips will help you to get a better master from your own mixes. Stop by this room between scheduled sessions for ongoing demonstrations of the new PMC twotwo™ near field monitors, presented by Vintage King.
We're raffling off gear, products and services from our generous EXPO sponsors! To enter the drawing, just drop your card at sponsor tables, the ASCAP EXPO Boutique or The ASCAP Room. Remember, you must be in the Dolby Ballroom when we call your name if you want to win - don't miss your chance to walk away with some great prizes!
The ability for songwriters, composers and music publishers to be compensated fairly for their work is being challenged on more than one front. From international digital piracy to emerging business models that devalue music, the livelihoods of hundreds of thousands of working music professionals are at stake. Don’t miss this important discussion of the key legislative and copyright issues that impact music creators. Learn how the music creator community can make its best case to members of Congress, how you can become more involved in the legislative process and why it is so important that you do.
For close to a century, ASCAP has been a leader in advocacy and grassroots efforts focused on protecting the rights of music creators. We had a great response to last year’s video initiative, designed to inform and educate key Washington policy makers and legislators about the issues that affect the music community. As a follow up, we are once more looking to capture testimonials from ASCAP members and fellow music creators at this year’s EXPO. If you would like to have your voice heard by your respective Members of Congress and others, please stop by the Elysian Park Room on the 3rd floor to take part in a brief video interview and articulate what being a music creator means to you!
The Gibson Les Paul X (LPX) is the ideal guitar for songwriters, musicians, producers and film/TV composers. Its wide range of sounds are stored in the guitar itself and easy to dial up so you can focus on the creative process, not hassling with gear. It features: 55 classic tones, from iconic guitar sounds to complete guitar rigs; numerous onboard effects (reverb, chorus, distortion, EQ, compression, delays, etc.); "robot tuning" - just flick a switch and strum for perfect tuning (with 11 alternate tunings); all presets are user-editable with Mac/PC editing software; sliders on the guitar allow tweaking sounds without a computer; five stunning acoustic guitar sounds; 48kHz, 24-bit USB 2.0 audio interface (bus- or battery-powered) for additional recording and editing options; Bluetooth wireless pedal controllers to choose presets, change sounds, and add expressiveness. The LPX is a unique marriage of traditional Gibson craftsmanship with advanced technology - and here's your chance to see what it can do.
Be a guest in Grammy winner Tony Maserati's ASCAP EXPO mix room while he and his crew, Outfit 27 (Ronald “Spider” Entwistle, Jonathan Castelli and Chris Tabron), demonstrate their unique creative mixing approach live. Stop by this room between scheduled sessions for ongoing demonstrations of the new PMC twotwo™ near field monitors, presented by Vintage King.
This session will offer live critiques of EXPO attendees' websites. Our panelists will assess each site's design, organization, content and functionality. How does the website fit with the artist's overall online strategy, and how successfully does it achieve the artist's goals? Our experts have worked with thousands of songwriters and musicians, from major label superstars to secluded basement composers. They are extremely knowledgeable about website best practices and deeply allergic to bad design, music that auto-starts, Flash widgets and unreadable fonts. Our panelists have been instructed to be ruthless and leave all diplomacy aside, so if you're courageous enough to submit your website for their scrutiny, send a note to Bandzoogle's Dave Cool: dcool@bandzoogle.com.
More than 20 years into his career, hip-hop and R&B producer No I.D. (“The Godfather of Chicago Hip-Hop”) continues to innovate, creating a seemingly endless string of hits. Best known for his early work with Chicago rapper Common, No I.D.’s notable recent work includes “D.O.A (Death of Auto-Tune)” and “Run This Town,” the two singles he produced and co-produced, respectively, from Jay-Z’s album, The Blueprint 3. He also produced Common’s latest album The Dreamer/The Believer and continues to be one of the most sought after producers working today. In this special master session, internationally-acclaimed DJ and producer Don Cannon, who has worked with such artists as Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Ludacris, Young Jeezy and more, will talk creative process with No I.D., who will play and deconstruct some of his well-known tracks for the benefit of the audience.
From global distribution to building a loyal fan base online, there are many options today for artists to realistically build a solid foundation for a music career. But more options presents more questions: How do you get that finished album or single to a global music audience? Can you make money without a major label behind you? Where else is there money to be made from sources like licensing and royalty collection? This informative panel will explore the enormous opportunities available to any artist with an internet connection, music they believe in and the desire to connect directly with fans. You’ll discover that, even in challenging economic times, making money from your music might be easier than you thought!
ASCAP is the world leader in licensing your music and paying you royalties, but we also offer a world of services to our members. From Member Access (both online and through our mobile app) to our new OnStage program to workshops and showcases across the nation, ASCAP can help you learn the ropes and connect the dots in your music career. This panel of ASCAP staff and ASCAP members will detail a range of services and benefits that will help you take advantage of your membership. If you aren’t yet a member or currently belong to another performing rights organization, come find out why ASCAP is the right choice!
ASCAP composer Nathan Johnson and Joseph Gordon-Levitt have worked on many of the same projects over the years, including the acclaimed indie film Brick, the Morgan M. Morgansen short films and the 2012 time travel thriller Looper. But they’ve never collaborated so closely as they did on the upcoming Don Jon, Gordon-Levitt’s directorial debut. Johnson’s scores often involve found sounds and non-traditional recording techniques, and you can hear his passion for visual art in his music. Gordon-Levitt is just as multi-faceted - he’s already a successful actor, and proven his musical chops with his innovative hitRECord production company. With Don Jon, he shows that he’s also a brilliant writer and director. In this lively panel, Johnson and Gordon-Levitt will detail their collaboration on Don Jon, and discuss the rewards and pitfalls of following your own path to creative fulfillment.
How do I write a good bridge? What makes for a good demo? Why can’t I write a third verse? If you’re having writing problems and are hungry for answers to questions like these and more, don’t sweat it. At this session Darrell Brown, an acclaimed songwriter, arranger and record producer who has cooked up numerous #1 pop and country hits, will share with you the right ingredients for a great song and help you troubleshoot common issues all songwriters face. Come prepared for a chance to perform (there will be a keyboard, guitar and flash drive-compatible music player available) as a basis for discussion for the audience. Got other questions about your music career? Try Brown’s recipe for success.
Note: This is the EXPO's only extended-length session.
Multiple Grammy-winning producer Darius “Deezle” Harrison will discuss the process of making a song sound good from a producer’s perspective, whether using artificial sounds or acoustic instruments. Stop by this room between scheduled sessions for ongoing demonstrations of the new PMC twotwo™ near field monitors, presented by Vintage King.
We're raffling off gear, products and services from our generous EXPO sponsors! To enter the drawing, just drop your registration bag ticket into the box at the ASCAP EXPO Boutique or The ASCAP Room. Remember, you must be in the Dolby Ballroom when we call your name if you want to win - don't miss your chance to walk away with some great prizes!
This group represents some of modern music’s most successful songs from across the musical spectrum. These songwriters will share the fascinating stories behind the creation of their best-loved songs, and perform them live in a low-key, in-the-round setting. It’s the perfect way to end the 2013 ASCAP “I Create Music” EXPO. Feel free to sing along!
