Keynote Speaker Juan Atkins
1st annual Dance Tech Conference
Las Vegas
October 8, 9, & 10, 2002
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS:
October 08, 2002
ONE DAY EXPO & VENDORS
RECORDS LABELS,DJ-MIX CD'S,CLOTHING,SOFTWARE,MAGAZINES,ECT.
October 09, 2002
12:00 p.m.
PUBLISHING - A & R
TBA: This panel will discuss the publishing side of Music. You will learn how
Publishing takes care of, or looks after, your music and places your music in
radio, film, and commercials. Also how up and coming Producers are placed
with Artists.
1:00 p.m.
MARKETING & ADVERTISING AGENCIES
Michael J. Frick - Music supervisor/Mojo Industries and Mo' Sound.
Mr. Frick's responsibilities include primary placement of music in
commercials for The Gap, Microsoft, HotJobs.com, GM, Nissan, Apple, to name a
few... Artist/Label clients have included...Grand Central, ESL, Blonde
Publishing, Yellow, Twisted, Guidance, Naked, Om, Compost, INFRAComm,
Platform, DiamondTraxx, Comet. TRACKS FOR
COMMERCIALS, THIS IS THE GUY.......
2:00 p.m.
VP of MAJOR RECORD LABEL
Tom Sarig - VP A&R of DANCE Music/Universal/MCA /NYC
You will have an opportunity to meet Tom Sarig to discuss the real views of
Dance Music. Mr. Sarig takes more chances placing dance music with urban
music than other VPs in the industry. IF YOU ARE A LABEL OR DJ,PRODUCER THIS
IS THE
GUY TO MEET!
3:00 p.m.
VIDEO GAME MUSIC PLACEMENT
Jesse Smith - Associate Producer/Activision
Mr. Smith is instrumental in placing electronic/house music in various types
of video games (i.e. action, sports, etc.). He is one of the hardest working
people in his field. Don't miss out on the opportunity to submit your music.
4:00 p.m.
DJ PANEL - These four superstar DJs will discuss the changing times of Dance
Music.
Moderator - Chris Orr (Scotland) - Writer/XLR8R, AOL Music
Panel- Roy Davis, Jr., Glenn Underground, Boo Williams, DJ Bone
How Dance Music originated from America (yes, that's right) then introduced
in Europe and eventually selling it back to America, camouflaged in different
packages.
October 10, 2002
12:00 p.m.
ENTERTAINMENT LAWYER - Mark Quail
Mr. Quail represents the best of the best in the Dance industry. He will
discuss the in & out of contractual agreements and steps in striking a deal
for the artist, producer and record labels. Mr. Quail has represented clients
such as Juan Atkins, Eddie Fowlkes, Derrick May, Beat Down Sounds, and the
list goes on. THE MAN TO DISCUSS ABOUT CONTRACTS.
1:00 p.m.
DISTRIBUTION- US & INTERNATIONAL
Sara - Buyer/Fab Distribution On-Line/USA
Mike - Buyer/Owner/Goya Distribution/UK
Sara and Mike will discuss how to distribute music products on-line, as well
as overseas,efficiently and effectively. THE HOOK UP....
2:00 p.m.
A & R INTERNATIONAL
Peter Harris - Managing Director/Owner of Kickin, Slip'n'Slide, Hardleaders,
Stoned Asia, Slip'n'Slide Blue, Compulsive - UK
Mr. Harris is always looking to taking chances in new styles of dance music.
Take the time to meet the man, who for fourteen years has been putting it
down. Do not miss the opportunity to submit your music. IF YOU HAVE ANY NEW
TRACKS FOR EUROPE, DON'T FORGET TO HAVE YOUR DEMO'S READY FOR MR.HARRIS
3:00 p.m.
MUSIC CONSULTANT
Zach Corbell - DJ/Producer/Composer
Meet and discuss how to get your music placed in films. Mr. Corbell will
discuss why hiring DJs as consultants to run this side of the industry is
beneficial. He's a DJ/Producer, as well as a composer for TV/Ad Music. His
credits include Rubbermaid, Miller Lite, Nike/Finish Line, Toyota, and HBO.
4:00 p.m.
DJ Panel - Where do we go from here?
Moderator - Andrew Smith/Owner (San Francisco) - XLR8R Magazine
Panel - Mark Lewis, Juan Atkins, DJ Godfather
These four DJ/Producers will discuss the evolution of
Techno/Electro/House/Progressive House and where the future of music will
takes us.
DTC WELCOMES:
independent record label
artists/djs/producers/re-mixers
publishers/publicists
entertainment lawyers
music magazines
music distributors
· Hush-Polo Towers After Party (October 8)
· Bo Williams, Roy Davis jr, Norm Talley, Gabe "astech soul"
· Curve\WHEREAT MAG. at the Aladdin Hotel After Party (October 9)
· Juan Atkins, Glenn Underground, DJ Bone, Eddie Fowlkes
DANCE TECH CONFERENCE
LAS VEGAS OCTOBER 8, 9, & 10, 2002
Expo Vendor Registration
IF YOU CAN'T MAKE IT, YOUR PRODUCT CAN!!
October 8, 2002
· Vendor set-up from 8:00am - 10:00 am
· Exhibit from 11:00am - 5:00pm
· Vendor Break down from 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Vendor Exibit $900.00
· Vendor Booth is 10 X 10 (includes table, tax and gratuity)
· Includes 2 Registration Badges for duration of the conference
(October 8-10)
· Pool side Social Mix
Vendor Registration deadline is September 25, 2002
NO REFUNDS
Any questions or to register by phone contact:
Marketing Department/Dance Tech Conference at (702)658-3454
We look forward to seeing you at the 1st annual Dance Tech Conference!
www.dancetechconference.com
VENDOR EXPO REGISTRATION FORM
DANCE TECH CONFERENCE
Las Vegas, Nevada
October 8, 2002
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