Music Forward: Industry Sessions

Let’s explore the world of streaming. Hear from the professionals from major platforms about the state of streaming, careers that drive the industry, and how artists monetize their music using the platforms.

Industry Experts: DeMarco White - Moderator (Music Forward), Landon Hornbeck (Ingrooves), Cierra Hardy (Epidemic Sound), Michelle Solomon (Pandora)

Originally Aired: September 29, 2021

A&R is focused on music and artists. From scouting talent and artist development, to creative input and liaising with labels, hear from the gatekeepers and tastemakers across genres at Concord.

Industry Experts: DeMarco White - Moderator (Music Forward), Pablo Ahogado - Director, A&R (Concord), Chris Dunn - Senior Director, A&R (Concord), Margi Cheske - President, Fantasy Records (Concord), Jeremy Yohai - SVP, A&R (Concord)

Music supervisors combine music and visuals to provoke the desired emotions for movies, TV, commercials, and video games. Go behind-the-scenes into scoring visual media.  

Industry Experts: DeMarco White - Moderator (Music Forward), Angela Asistio (Music & Strategy), Joel C. High (Creative Control Entertainment), Raphaella Lima (Electronic Arts - EA), Tony Scudellari (Sony Pictures Television)

Originally Aired: December 1, 2020

DJs influence the musical world from setting an entire mood to introducing new music to culture. Take a step behind the booth to explore the craftsmanship and control of the DJ.  

Industry Experts: DeMarco White - Moderator (Music Forward), DJ Domo, DJ Omega, DJ Sundance

Originally Aired: November 17, 2020

This panel explores on-stage skills with performance experts including preparation, storytelling, audience engagement, communicating through performance, and developing the confidence to shine.  

Industry Experts: DeMarco White - Moderator (Music Forward), Antonique Smith - Singer/Actress, Stacy Barthe - Artist/Songwriter

Originally Aired: November 3, 2020

Touring is essential to the music industry. Learn about the key players, the landscape, as well as career pathways and opportunities as we all anticipate returning to the magic of live music.

Industry Experts: DeMarco White - Moderator (Music Forward), Ina Jacobs - Global Touring (CAA), Nicole Massey - Production Manager (Billie Eilish), Salim Akram - Audio Engineer (Billie Eilish), Tadia "T" Taylor - Event Producer (Women of Qolor Entertainment)

Originally Aired: October 27, 2020

Numbers don’t lie, which makes them great for insights to reach your followers and fans. In this session, experts will share how to use technology and data to follow trends and grow your audience.  

Industry Experts: DeMarco White - Moderator (Music Forward), Kristin Juel (Juel Concepts), Julien Benatar (Pandora)

Originally Aired: October 13, 2020

Delve into the guiding forces and creative relationships behind sounds that define musical moments. Learn about the roles of a sonic dream team spanning artists, writers, producers, and engineers who impact our culture.

Industry Experts: DeMarco White - Moderator (Music Forward), Ali Prawl (Triangle Park), Dre Pinckney (Triangle Park), Nettie Wood (Triangle Park), Scott Carter (Triangle Park)

Originally Aired: October 6, 2020

In a culture of women’s empowerment and with a desire to create equity that benefits everyone, we would like to explore the challenges and opportunities in the music industry that will allow for a more inclusive music industry. Our panelists today will share their thoughts and experiences with the intent of creating an open and thoughtful dialogue that can push the needle on the topic of equity. 

Industry Experts: Meleni Smith - Moderator (Music Forward), Jaila Simms (Artist), Farrah Fawx (Artist), Nylo (Artist), Eena (Artist),

Originally Aired: August 27, 2020

Artists discuss their creative process and journey, as well as share insights on personal perspectives and techniques on songwriting, instrumentation, individual roles in the band, working together as creative collaborators, and their pathways to success in the music industry.  

Industry Experts: Nick Henderson - Moderator (Music Forward), Ant Clemons (Artist), K-. (Artist), Lunchmoney Lewis (Artist), Coco Sarai (Artist), Polly A (Artist)

Originally Aired: August 6, 2020