Yellow Phone Music Conference 2014
Posted by: Pursuit Live | When: – | Where: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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Summary
Yellow Phone Music Conference (YPMC) is a
gathering of talented artists and music professionals in Milwaukee, WI. At
least 15 slots are reserved for Sonicbids artists. All artists who are
selected to showcase will be eligible to receive free conference badges for all
performers. Additional badges will be available for purchase at a significant
discount.
The Opportunity
From September 4th through 7th, 2014, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Milwaukee, WI, YPMC will present engaging panel discussions and mentor sessions with experienced, respected leaders in the music business.
To give you an idea of the level of music professionals attending this event, globally acclaimed record producer Butch Vig (Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, Green Day and Foo Fighters to name a few) and drummer for the alt-rock band Garbage, will be the opening keynote speaker YPMC 2014. Butch's keynote will be presented interview-style with the interview being conducted by Jeff Castelaz, President of Elektra Records. YPMC is the first national and international music conference to feature Vig as a speaker, a validation that the event's straightforward approach is receiving industry attention.
The Band
- Alternative, Indie, Rock, Americana, Folk, Hip Hop, Electronic, World
- Full Band, Trio, Duo, Solo
- Must be unsigned to any major record label or any record label with major or major affiliated distribution
Previous performers include: The Balconies, Caroline Rose, Communist Daughter, June Divided, MODOC, The Noble Thiefs, Vic & Gab, Stoplight Observations, Mise en Scene, Vinyl Theatre, The Ballroom Thieves, Bean, Blessed Feathers, Bonzie, Making Movies, Kid Cut Up, Poor Young Things, Machines Are People Too, Pyro Fighter, Kate Diaz, MaeYa Ryan, Jerome Holloway, Willie Campbell, Fatherson, Kane Place Record Club, Vision The Kid, Shi Sho and more.
The Gig
Provided:
- Basic backline provided. Top line drum kit, cymbals, bass rig and guitar amps. Subject to change and availability. Must be advanced
- Professional sound and lights provided
- Special rates for lodging
- Early evening, nighttime and late night showcases
Additional Compensation Details:
All access conference badges for the band members and crew (limit 3 crew) to all panel discussions, receptions, VIP areas, showcases and Green Rooms including the closing keynote brunch on Sunday if still around (signup required). Value = $199 per pass.
