Going Global: Full Conference Programme

August 28th 2015
THE GOING GLOBAL MUSIC SUMMIT 2015 is proud to announce the full Conference Programme, and in addition to the already announced speakers, we are welcoming the final round of speakers for Going Global this year:

THE GOING GLOBAL MUSIC SUMMIT 2015 is proud to announce the full Conference Programme, and in addition to the already announced speakers, we are welcoming the final round of speakers for Going Global this year:

STUDIO ONE, 1 PONSONBY ROAD, AUCKLAND - FRIDAY 4 & SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER

This is the fifth annual Going Global, and over the past five years the event has hosted some of the most influential music industry members in the world.

Going Global provides musicians, producers, composers, labels, promoters, industry professionals and fans a chance to discuss, learn, teach, and interact in front of an audience of like-minded peers in an environment that encourages the global exchange of ideas, techniques and trends.

The Going Global Music Summit 2015 is proudly brought to you by Independent Music New Zealand in partnership with the NZ Music Commission and is supported by NZ On Air, APRA AMCOS and a Recorded Music NZ Music Grant.

FRIDAY 4 SEPTEMBER

10:00am
Welcome & Introduction


10:10am
Session 1: In Conversation with Phil Waldorf, Secretly Group, and Matthew Davis, Flying Nun and Independent Music NZ Chair
Room 10 - 40 mins
From student radio at the University of Georgia and booking bands at house parties, to founding independent record labels such as Misra and Dead Oceans, Phil Waldorf has had a career that has always revolved around great artists. As one of the co-founders of The Secretly Group - comprising Dead Oceans, Secretly Canadian, Jagjaguwar, The Numero Uno Group and SC Publishing - Phil will discuss his career to date, working cooperatively while maintaining an aesthetic vision, and his views on the future for independent labels.


11:00am
Session 2: The Market Today - presented by Recorded Music NZ
Room 10 - 60 mins
Recorded Music NZ will present the latest New Zealand music industry market information and examine some of the trends affecting the business today. We look at the impact for local artists and labels, and look at how this is comparing with other territories.
Cath Andersen, NZ Music Commission
Craig Pearce, Triple M Management
Damian Vaughan, Recorded Music NZ
Henry Compton, The Orchard


12:05pm
Session 3: Adapting to the Future - presented by Independent Music NZ
Room 10 - 60 mins
As the world market for recorded music continues to change, with streaming growing and traditional album sales abating, the way independent labels operate is shifting. Our label heads discuss adapting to the new world for music and artist exposure and the opportunities this holds, both at home and abroad.
Ben Howe, Flying Nun Records / Arch Hill
Cushla Aston, Aston Road
Guy Blackman, Chapter Music
Lio Kanine, Kanine Records
Phil Waldorf, Secretly Group


1:05pm
Tools of the Trade: Servicing to Supervisors
Room 5 - 10 mins
Having your music placed in a film, ad or TV show is not only great exposure, but also an effective pay-check. A quick-fire run through how you can best deliver your music to those who can sync it.
Karyn Rachtman, Mind Your Music/One Gazillion Inc.


1:15pm: Lunch Break - 45 mins


2:00pm
Session 4: The Changing Face of A&R
Room 10 - 60 mins
Great artists and great songs have always been at the heart of A&R, but it is an ever-evolving world of discovery and development - it's no longer just about scouting a great on-trend act. Our guests speak about working with artists to develop their craft and connecting them with fans.
Ashley Page, Page One Management
David Goldsen, Warner/Chappell, Inc.
Lio Kanine, Kanine Records
Simon Banks, SB Global Entertainment
Vicky Blood, NZ Music Commission


3:05pm
Tools of The Trade: Asia - What To Consider
Room 6 - 20 mins
Thinking about working in the Asian markets? Hear about which countries might suit your style of music best, and what tools and connections you might need to get started.
Jane Blondel, Songs For Children
Larry Heath, Hello Asia/The AU Review


3:25pm
Tools of the Trade: Work Permits & Visas
Room 5 - 20 mins
It's expensive and time consuming - but crucial. Hear the practical experience from both a New Zealand manager who has successfully applied for visas and a US booking agent that needs you to have one.
Craig Pearce, Triple M Management
Meredith Fraser, Panache Booking


3:45pm: Afternoon Break - 15 mins


4:00pm
Session 6: The Digital Services Environment
Room 10 - 60 mins
What services are growing, changing, or coming online? We discuss the new frontiers of direct to consumer, what neighbouring rights mean and how artists can use the digital services available to them to grow their international careers.
Henry Compton, The Orchard
Mark Meharry, Music Glue
Mikee Tucker, Baboom
Peter Baker, DRM NZ
Scott Muir, dunedinmusic.com
Stephen King, Believe Digital


5:00pm: Baboom Mixer - All Registrants Invited - 60 mins

SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER

10:10am
Session 1: In Conversation with Stephen King, Believe Digital and Russell Brown, Public Address
Room 10 - 40 mins
A long-time music manager of acts as diverse as Swing Out Sister and Mogwai - both in his own company Ricochet and Creation Management, which he founded with Alan McGee - Stephen has embraced the digital world and its possibilities for artists. Now Chief International Officer at Believe Digital, one of the biggest independent full-service digital music companies in the world, Stephen will discuss a career that has always focused on intellectual rights, and more recently on digital solutions.


11:00am
Session 2: Have Songs, Will Travel - presented by APRA AMCOS
Room 10 - 60 mins
Music publishers and collection societies aren't just about making sure you get paid - they have a wealth of knowledge and resources to help get your songs out into the world. From synchronisation to co-writing, we look at how songs can be at the heart of your international career.
Anthony Healey, APRA AMCOS
David Goldsen, Warner/Chappell, Inc.
Karyn Rachtman, Mind Your Music /One Gazillion Inc.
Mark de Jong, Smoke Music
Paul McLaney, Native Tongue Publishing


12:05pm
Session 3: Over The Ditch
Room 10 - 60 mins
It's almost as close (and sometimes the same airfare cost) as touring other cities in New Zealand - but it's a very different market. We take a look getting started in Australia from the perspective of the people who know all about labels, touring, media & festivals - and a DIY local shares their experiences.
Aaron Curnow, Spunk Records
Guy Blackman, Chapter Music
James Stuteley, Carb On Carb
Larry Heath, The AU Review
Will Watson, Paper Shoes
Woody McDonald, Meredith Music Festival & Golden Plains


1:05pm
Tools of the Trade: Getting Distributor Ready
Room 5 - 10 mins
A quick fire rundown of which parts and tools you need to have ready for a distributor to enable them do the best job they can for you.
Phil Waldorf, Secretly Group

1:15pm - Lunch Break - 45 mins

2:00pm
Session 4: Digital Marketing 2015 - presented by NZ On Air
Room 10 - 60 mins
Listicles are so 2014 - but curated playlists are being talked about everywhere. We deliberate the newest platforms, strategies, buzzwords and tactics for spreading the word about your band - and why you shouldn't forget about YouTube just yet.
Brendan Smyth, NZ On Air
Jacob Daneman, Pitch Perfect PR
Larry Heath, The AU Review
Mark Meharry, Music Glue
Nicky Harrop, Digital Media Trust
Stephen King, Believe Digital


3:10pm
Tools of the Trade: Outward Sound
Room 5 - 30 mins
An overview of the Outward Sound international music market development scheme and the application process.
Alan Holt, NZ Music Commission

3:40pm - Afternoon Break - 20 mins

4:00pm
Session 6: Building Your Band through Festivals and Touring - presented by the NZ Music Commission
Room 10 - 60 mins
The habits of music fans may be changing - but many are still committed to the live music experience. For artists looking to take their music to the world, touring and playing festivals can be central to going global. We discuss how to score those all important booking agents & festivals.
Jacob Daneman, Pitch Perfect PR
Jane Blondel, Songs For Children
Lynne Christie, Rippon Festival
Meredith Fraser, Panache Booking
Will Watson, Paper Shoes
Woody McDonald, Meredith Music Festival & Golden Plains


5:00pm: Music Glue Mixer - All Registrants Invited - 60 mins

Radio Hauraki Presents Going Global LIVE - Bar101, 18 Elliott Street, Auckland Central
SHOWCASE

Eight artists, two stages - First artist on at 7.00pm and each act will perform a 30 min set.

Free entry with your Going Global pass or register at www.hauraki.co.nz

ANTHONIE TONNON, DIAZ GRIMM, FAZERDAZE, KANE STRANG, NADIA REID, NEW GUM SARN, SJD & SUREN UNKA


All Going Global registrants can also receive $15 discount off a ticket to The Other's Way Festival on Friday September 4 - featuring 31 NZ bands, over 7 venues across Auckland's Karangahape Road.


SPEAKERS APPEARING FOR GOING GLOBAL MUSIC SUMMIT 2015:

Aaron Curnow, Spunk Records
Alan Holt, NZ Music Commission
Anthony Healey, APRA AMCOS
Ashley Page, Page One Management
Ben Howe, Flying Nun Records / Arch Hill
Brendan Smyth, NZ On Air
Cath Andersen, NZ Music Commission
Craig Pearce, Triple M Management
Cushla Aston, Aston Road
Damian Vaughan, Recorded Music NZ
David Goldsen, Warner/Chappell Music Inc.
Guy Blackman, Chapter Music
Henry Compton, The Orchard
Jacob Daneman, Pitch Perfect PR
James Stuteley, Carb On Carb
Jane Blondel, Songs For Children
Karyn Rachtman, Mind Your Music / OneGazillion Inc.
Larry Heath, The AU Review
Lio Kanine, Kanine Records
Lynne Christie, Rippon Festival
Mark de Jong , Smoke Music
Mark Meharry, Music Glue
Matthew Davis, IMNZ / Flying Nun / Flying Out
Meredith Fraser, Panache Booking
Mikee Tucker, Baboom
Nicky Harrop, Digital Media Trust
Paul McLaney, Native Tongue Music Publishing
Peter Baker, DRM NZ
Phil Waldorf, Secretly Group
Russell Brown, Public Address
Scott Muir, dunedinmusic.com
Simon Banks, SB Global Entertainment
Stephen King, Believe Digital
Vicky Blood, NZ Music Commission
Will Watson, Paper Shoes Music
Woody McDonald, Meredith Festival & Golden Plains Festival


REGISTRATION: Register at www.goingglobal.co.nz, thanks to nztix.co.nz
Discounted registrations are available to members of IMNZ, Recorded Music NZ and the MMF.


GOING GLOBAL MUSIC SUMMIT 2015 is proudly brought to you by Independent Music New Zealand in partnership with the NZ Music Commission and is supported by NZ On Air, APRA AMCOS and a Recorded Music NZ Music Grant.

 

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