Now in it’s 13th year, Billboard’s annual Dance Music Summit, will take
place in Las Vegas this year from September 17-20 at the Palms Casino
Resort. Considered dance music industry’s most important
business-to-business event, this year hosts a handful of panelists with
appearances by Kristine W., Jody Watley, Ferry Corsten, Kaskade and
Junkie XL. For a complete schedule of events, see below or visit
www.myspace.com/bbdms
BILLBOARD DANCE MUSIC SUMMIT
September 17 - 20, 2006
PALMS Casino Resort
Las Vegas, Nevada
Sunday, September 17, 2006
Pre-Conference Kick Off Parties!
LIFE BY NIGHT
10:00 p.m. - midnight
Ghost Bar at the Palms
Midnight
Tryst at Wynn
Monday, September 18, 2006
12 noon - 5:00 p.m.
Registration Hours
1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
I’m With The Brand
Consumer brands are in need of music to help promote their products,
while artists are in need of brand partners to help market their music.
Hear from the experts who are making these deals-emotional
connections-happen.
Moderator:
Michael Paoletta, Brand Marketing Editor, Billboard
Speakers:
Maurice Bernstein, CEO/ President, Giant Step
Joi Cardwell, Artist
Bonny Dolan, VP/Music Producer, Leo Burnett
John Melillo, President, John Melillo Entertainment Consulting
Patrick Doddy, VP of Brand Imaging, Armani Exchange
Guy Ornadel,President, Ornadel Management
Jeff Straughn, VP of Strategic Marketing, Island Def Jam
2:25 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
KEYWEST BALLROOM
Welcome Address by Marian Records
2:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
The Billboard Master Class
Label execs and artists meet, head-on, to discuss the changing
landscape
of the music industry.
Moderator:
Tamara Conniff, Executive Editor/ Associate Publisher, Billboard
Magazine
Speakers:
Paul Anthony, CEO, Rumblefish
Shane German, Artist & Label Relations Manager, SoundExchange
Hosh Gureli, VP of A&R, RCA Music Group
Jennifer Masset, U.S. Label Manager, K7 Records
Kristine W., Artist
Jody Watley, Artist
4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Keynote with Mario D’Amico, VP of Marketing, Cirque du Soleil
Cirque du Soleil is an artistic venture, a show business phenomenon and
a business model. From modest beginnings to lavish productions—with
five shows alone in Las Vegas, including the recently opened,
Beatles-inspired “Love”—Cirque du Soleil is a globally recognized,
rhythmically alive brand. Here, Mario will discuss the ins and outs of
building a powerful brand.
4:55 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
KEYWEST BALLROOM
Welcome Address by RealDanceFM
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Welcome to Vegas, Baby!
The Las Vegas Strip evolved from Rat Pack central to a graveyard for
musicians at the end of their careers. It has risen to the benchmark
for nightlife success; an escape into an abyss of light and sound with over
28 clubs and lounges serving locals and tourists 52 weeks and weekends
a year …all within less than a two mile radius. Join the movers and
shakers of the Las Vegas club community for a timely discussion on how
to succeed and expand in today’s nightclubbing universe.
Speakers:
DJ Scotty Boy, Rehab & Late Night Empire/ Las Vegas Fluid & Engergy
92.7 FM
DJ Frankie, Studio 54, Tabu
LIFE BY NIGHT
VooDoo Lounge at Rio
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
12 noon - 5:00 p.m.
Registration Hours
12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Keynote Speaker
Eric Hirshberg, President/Chief Creative Officer, Deutsch LA
Eric has worked on ad campaigns for Mitsubishi, Old Navy and others.
Join him as he discusses the ins and outs—and evolving landscape—of
partnering bands with brands.
1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Digital Love
What are the best ways to market, promote and distribute
dance/electronic music in the digital landscape? It’s not as easy as
you think. But our tech team will point you in the right direction.
Moderator:
Cary Vance, Vice President of Promotions, Promo Only
Speakers:
Geoffrey Colon, Manager of Marketing & Merchandising, The Orchard
Ferry Corsten, Artist
Lainie Copicotto, President, Aurelia Entertainment
Lucas Prata, Artist
Orlando Puerta, Director of Dance & Lifestyle Marketing, Warner Bros.
Records
Gary Salzman, President, BIG Management & Entertainment
2:35 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Presentation by RealDanceFM, LLC
Douglas Ruffin, President
Pepper MaShey, Artist
Georgie Porgie, Artist
2:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
What The Bleep Is Going On?
Dance and electronic music is everywhere-everywhere, that is, except
terrestrial radio. Our panel of programming experts will discuss the
ins and outs of cable, satellite, Internet and, yes, terrestrial radio.
Moderator:
Tamara Conniff, Executive Editor/ Associate Publisher, Billboard
Magazine
Speakers:
Geronimo, Director of Dance/ Hip-Hop Programming, Sirius Sarellite
Radio
Chuck Barrett, Executive Producer, Promo Only
Danielle Bollinger, Artist
John Peake, Program Director, KNGY San Francisco
Annette Strean/ Venus Hum, Artist
David Waxman, Senior Director of A&R, Ultra Records
Jared Willing, Director of Music Programming & Industry Relations, AOL
Music
4:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
KEYWEST BALLROOM
The Billboard Q&A with Danny Howells
Join Billboard’s Michael Paoletta for his one-on-one interview with
global DJ/producer Danny Howells, who will discuss his musical journey:
where he’s been, where he’s at and where he’s headed.
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
SUEDE - 4640 Paradise Road, in Paradise Plaza
The Great Networking Experience
RealDanceFM invites all attendees to network with industry leaders and
chart topping artists including Pepper MaShay, Georgie Porgie, Harry
Towers, Paulie D from Dare to be Dif’nt. and guest DJ, Guiseppe D.
LIFE BY NIGHT
PURE Nightclub at Caesars
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
12 noon - 5:00 p.m.
Registration Hours
1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Across The Pond
What is the state of dance music internationally? Join these label
heads for a frank discussion on today’s art of the deal.
Moderator:
Eddie Gordon, President, Music 2 Mix
Speakers:
Darude, Artist
Brandon Bakshi, Director of Writer- Publisher Relations for Europe, BMI
Richard Bridge, A&R Manager, Petrol Records
Agostino Carollo, DJ/ Producer
Ricky Simmonds, Co- Founder/ Director, Audiojelly.com
The Loose Cannons (Kaiser Saucy & Lord Fader), Artists
2:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Staying Alive
Video games, TV commercials, film soundtracks and TV shows offer great
ways to get music heard. Such musical placements help set the mood and
create emotional connections between consumer and brand. What goes into
the making of these deals? And how does such activity affect an
artist’s
career?
Moderator:
Alex Greenberg, Senior Account Executive, Mitch Schneider Organization
Speakers:
Junkie XL, Artist
Kaskade, Artist
John Babbitt, Talent Manager & Marketing Consultant, Tsunami
Entertainment
SuzAnn Brantner, General Manager, 3 Artist Management
Gregory Grene, Music Producer, Draft/FCB
Jedd Katrancha, Creative Manager, Spirit Music Group
4:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
GRAMMY Spotlight—Highlighting Dance Music
Learn about the history of the dance categories within the GRAMMY®
process and why YOU should get involved. These categories continue to
represent the most exciting trends in music today. Become a member of
The Recording Academy and vote for the best in dance during the 49th
Annual GRAMMY Awards process. Join us for a special conversation with
dance artists and leading DJs to discuss the highlights of their
successful careers.
Moderator:
Harry Towers, president, Deet Promotions
Speakers:
Mike Rizzo, DJ/Remixer
Jes, Artist, Motorcycle
Mike Cruz, DJ
LIFE BY NIGHT
Tao at The Venetian