12:09 AM - 12:18 AM Registration Open
12:09 AM - 12:18 AM Exhibit Area Open
Experience the latest technology, products, services and gear representing every aspect of the Industry. The WMC Exhibit Hall is an International Marketplace where business and consumers meet face to face. See the most cutting edge innovations and breakthroughs in technology.
12:09 AM - 12:18 AM Lobby DJ Sets
Some of the best DJ Talent from around the world spinning live!
| 9:00AM-10:00AM
10:00AM-2:00PM 2:00PM-4:00PM 4:00PM-6:00PM | Stephney
Cesare vs. Disorder Ghaia DJ David Phillips |
12:12 AM - 12:18 AM WMC & Club Sessions Present 'Miami All-Stars WMC Launch Party'
It’s all hood! WMC & Club Sessions present Miami’s best spinning live on stage all day. Local DJ’s will play all day at The Miami Beach Resort & Spa pool deck kicking off WMC Miami style.
| Talent: |
Cato K with vocals by Kelly D. |
12:15 AM Producing Music for Film & TV
Learn how to get your music into the hands of film and TV producers & directors. Why are certain labels omnipresent in film and TV and some you never hear? How do you score for others and still retain creative control? Get the answers to these questions and more during this invaluable discussion.
| Moderator: | John Melillo- EverGreen Music |
| Panelists: | Dave Curtin- DeepMix
Jon Granat- Chrysalis Music USA Manny Lorenzo- Razor & Tie Amine Ramer- Marsh-Best & Assoc. Jason Wilkes- Smooth Rhythm Productions |
12:16 AM Musicians Collaborative
This panel is directed towards one of the largest groups of musicians working in the Industry today- studio musicians, backup vocalists, touring musicians etc. Learn how to get work, secure benefits and most importantly get paid!
| Panelists: | Eddie Phoon- USA Songwriting Competition
Herta Suarez- AFTRA Ron Thomas- AFTRA Jason Klein- Monster Taxi/ Toy Robot Records Diamondancer-Diamondancer Music Yaminah- Large Music,Third Ear Music |
12:18 AM - 12:19 AM South Beach Sessions
Complimentary cocktails for WMC Badgeholders provided courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi.
12:18 AM South Beach Sessions-Music & Art in Education
What are the long and short term results of funding cuts of Art Education Programs? How do public Arts budgets reflect the value of Art & Culture? Why are Art & Music societally important? These questions and more will be answered in this increasingly important discussion. Preferred admission for badgeholders. Space is limited so please arrive at least ten minutes before start time to guarantee admission.
| Moderator: | Christine Condaris, Ph D.- Mass. College of Liberal Arts |
| Panelists: | Gustavo Matamoros- ISAW/Subtropics Festival
Theresa Amandi- The Recording Academy Mark R.Shaya, MD- University of Miami Jesse Saunders- BrokenRecords.us |
12:18 AM 9:00PM - 11:00PM South Beach Sessions Cocktail Reception
Complimentary Cocktails for WMC Badgeholders provided 9:00 to 9:30 courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi. Evening seminars will be followed by music and cocktail receptions bringing together acclaimed guests, music industry leaders, global outreach and community organizations, and the media.
12:19 AM Sierra Entertainment & Perfecto Records present The Bourne Sessions
Talent- Paul Oakenfold with members of The Florida Classical Symphony, featuring a guest appearance by Cee-Lo Green
Admission: Free, Preferred entry for WMC Badgeholders
12:20 AM Project Mayhem Industry Social Year 4
Talent- Brazen, DJslip187, Sean Weeks, UrbanJ & MCR, Fixx Devine&emilPLAY, ReidSpeed, Cvaughn, Shaykee, JenLasher, Bella, EndoAgentK, Kares, Annalayze, DjX,NadiaNitro, DJPhriction, Viro, Rob, Annalyze & Eartight
Admission: $15.00, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:22 AM Living for the Nightlyfe
Talent-DJ Heather, Fred Everything, Jay West, Olivier Desmet, Lawnchair Generals, DJ Mes, Uriah West, Latenight Society, Kingsley Flowz, Roshan
Admission: $18.00 in advance. $22.00 at the door, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:22 AM Sun Of A Beach: Opening WMC 2008
Talent- StoneBridge, Denis The Menace & Big World, RLP, Yanik Coen, Vivie-Ann, DJ KFK, DJ Master
Admission: $25.00, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:22 AM TKC Music & Friends WMC Opening Party
Talent- That Kid Chris, D-Formation, Frank Maurel, Carlos Fauvrelle, Joubin, Dave Rosario & Danielle Nicole Hosted by: Alan T., Melanie S., Omar Gonzalez & Kriss Mass
Admission: $25.00, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:09 AM - 12:17 AM Exhibit Area Open
Experience the latest technology, products, services and gear representing every aspect of the Industry. The WMC Exhibit Hall is an International Marketplace where business and consumers meet face to face. See the most cutting edge innovations and breakthroughs in technology.
12:09 AM - 12:18 AM Registration Open
12:09 AM - 12:18 AM Lobby DJ Sets
Some of the best DJ talent from around the world spinning live!
| 9:00AM-11:00AM
11:00AM-12:00PM 12:00PM-1:00PM 1:00PM-2:00PM 2:00PM-3:00PM 3:00PM-4:00PM 4:00PM-6:00PM | David Hopperman
Murat Uncuoglu DJ Herbert Holler DJ Cosi & Marc Smooth Dave Kerns DJ Soozin DJ Andy Spencer |
12:12 AM The World of Remixing
What should you charge for a remix? What is reasonable to pay for a remix? How do you decide whether or not to accept a remix offer? Learn do’s and don’ts from the experts on this interesting subject!
| Moderator: | Farley 'Jackmaster' Funk- 101 Distribution |
| Panelists: | Maurice Joshua- Music World /Nu Soul
Romulo Del Castillo- Schematic Music Co. Man Parrish- Parrish Digital BabyBam- Jungle Brothers Richard Devine- Warp/Schematic Ectomorph- Interdimentional Transmissions John Morales- M&M Mix Productions |
12:12 AM - 12:16 AM WMC DJ Spin Off
DJs battle for first place in two categories (beat matching & scratching). If you are a DJ who thinks you can put up some weight or an admirer of DJ battles, join us for the WMC 2008 DJ Spin-off!!
Prizes provided by Kam, DMC, Ortofon, Rane, Serato & Stanton.
Hosts- Felix Sama
DJ Shortee
Judges-Charles Ward (Kam)
DJ Immortal
DJ Enferno
Dan Tait
DJ Geometrix
12:12 AM Meet the Media
Don’t be scared! We’ll introduce you. If armed properly, the media can be your best promotional ally. Discover details on relationships between publicists and journalists, artists and publicists, and artists and writers. Learn how to write a proper press release, how to best expose artists and events to the media and so much more!
| Moderator: | Jim Tremayne- DJ Times |
| Panelists: | Fab 5 Freddy
Paul Clement- Residentadvisor.net Betty Kang- Plexi PR Kerri Mason- Billboard Magazine Michael Melfi- Six Degrees Magazine Lesley Wright- DJ Magazine Ron Slomowicz- DanceMusic.About.com Darryl von Daniken- tilllate.com Charles Ward- Pacha/Lamba PLC Jonathan Llewellyn- Get In! PR |
12:13 AM Demo Listening Workshop
Top industry A&R representatives, producers, and label heads critique your demo. Pre-confirmed workshop delegates must check in 30 minutes prior to the panel start time or risk forfeit. Walkups will be accepted as "fill-ins" or in the case of a "no show."
| Panelists: | Harry Towers- Deet Promotions
Barbara Tucker- Bstar Music Group Pepper MaShay- JM Music Prods, Inc. Georgie Porgie- Music Plant Group Juan Atkins- Metroplex/Tresor |
12:13 AM Digital Dispatch
Everything you ever wanted to know about where Digital Distribution stands today. This panel will explore every angle- legalities, exclusivities, recouping earnings, accounting, attracting labels, inventory, encoding, sound quality, etc. This is a not to be missed panel for every person working in the business today.
| Moderator: | Matthew Kletter- Law Offices of Matthew L. Kletter |
| Panelists: | Michael Spiegelman- Yahoo! Music
Chris Biggins- United Vision Molly Neuman- eMusic Jeff D. Straw- InGrooves Allan Klepfisz- Qtrax |
12:14 AM Marketing Your Music
Learn the most effective means of marketing your music- from Myspace to print advertising to PR methods to promotional comps, this panel will explore which methods will work best for your label and artists.
| Moderator: | Lainie Copicotto- Aurelia Entertainment |
| Panelists: | Miguel Alvarado- Brightcove
Jason Bills- Muzak DJ Pierre- Afro Acid Digital Jeremy Bliler- Strategic Media Group, Inc. Steve Repetti- Fifth Generation Systems, Inc. Marea Stamper- Groovesource Alena Zyabkina- RMA Music Business School Daniella Etienne- Universal Music Canada Keir Worthy- Rhythm Alchemy/Hot Wax |
12:15 AM The Recording Academy® & WMC Present the Producers Panel
The Florida Chapter of The Recording Academy, in conjunction with Winter Music Conference, will present The Producer’s Forum, a panel discussion featuring major electronic/dance producers who will discuss creative and business trends in electronic/dance music.
| Moderator: | Kurosh Nasseri- Law Offices of Kurosh Nasseri |
| Panelists: | Jason Bentley- artist/producer/music supervisor (The Matrix trilogy)
Carl Craig- Planet E Communications, Inc. Paul Van Dyk- Vandit Records CEO, VONYC.com Kaskade- Quiet City, Ultra Records Jimmy Douglass- 2007/2008 Best Dance Recording GRAMMY winner, producer/remixer |
12:17 AM The Recording Academy® & WMC VIP Reception (by Invitation)
12:18 AM - 12:19 AM South Beach Sessions
Complimentary Cocktails for WMC Badgeholders provided courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi.
12:18 AM South Beach Sessions-Green Initiatives in the Music Industry
This year the Industry was buzzing with environmental chatter. Artists are touring using only green methods and labels are now using biodegradable packaging. The Industry is rallying around conservation efforts in an unprecedented way. Listen to some of the professionals leading this movement in an open forum. Preferred admission for badgeholders. Space is limited so please arrive at least ten minutes before start time to guarantee admission.
| Moderator: | Jaime Matyas- National Wildlife Federation |
| Panelists: | Richie Hawtin- Minus Records
Alterra Robinson- Turn the Tables Josh Stemple- Live Earth Rob Simas- BPM Magazine Monica Salazar- Green Addict Ariyah Okamoto- Organic Music Leama of Grafiti- Kinetic Records Neal Turley- Sustainable Waves Carlos Correal- The Opium Group |
12:20 AM WMC & VONYC Present VONYC Sessions
Featuring
Jon Rundell (tech-house)
Jon O'Bir (trance)
Austin Leeds (tribal-house)
Adam Sheridan (progressive / techno)
Fei-Fei (trance / progressive)
DJ Sultan (house)
Admission: WMC Badgeholders & VONYC Guestlist Only
12:20 AM 9:00PM - 11:00PM South Beach Sessions Cocktail Reception
Complimentary Cocktails for WMC Badgeholders provided 9:00 to 9:30 courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi. Evening seminars will be followed by music and cocktail receptions bringing together acclaimed guests, music industry leaders, global outreach and community organizations, and the media.
12:20 AM 6:00PM GiGCREATOR's VIP Reality Remix
Talent- DJ D Wrek from MTV’s, "Wild N Out," Movie Star and host of Wild ‘N Out, Shauvon from "The Real World Sydney" Featuring: Georgie Porgie, Pepper MaShay, Jacinta, Rachel Panay, and DJs Cato K, DJ Cubanito, and DJ Armando.
Admission: $50.00, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:20 AM 6:00PM Wet Grooves Pool Party
Talent- George Acosta, Steve Angello, Filo & Peri, Charles Feelgood, Jeff Bomb, Donald Glaude, Mar-T, Les Schmitz, Mikie Smithers, Dj Deone, Adam Rush, Dj Silver, Lea Luna
Admission: $40.00, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:20 AM 7th Annual WMC 08 - Re-Union presented by Power Of Love Productions
Talent- Roy Davis JR, Ron Carroll, DJ Romain, Mike AgentX, Ron D*8*Lim, Enrico Mantini, Alex Almeida, Alex Dimitri "south Soul ", Live- Dino V, Miyon, Diamondancer, Marty
Admission: $15.00, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:21 AM GotSoul Therapy
Talent- jojoflores, Danny Krivit, Jellybean Benitez, DJ Spen, Quentin Harris, Nick Holder, Rich Medina, DJ Pope, Halo, Demarkus Lewis, Ian Friday, Abicah Soul, Lars Behrenroth, Martin East and Luis Baro.
Admission: $25.00 in advance, Free to WMC Badgeholders
12:22 AM SAW / STUSSY
Talent- Satoshi Tomiie, Audiofly, Diesel (x-press2), Spencer Parker and Hector Romero
Admission: $20.00 advance, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:22 AM DARKNESS Label Party
Talent- Laurent Wolf, Chris Garcia + guests
Admission: Limited Pre Sale at $15.00, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:22 AM Sean Miller: CLASH Miami 2008
Talent- Sean Miller & Jonny White
Admission: $20.00, Free to WMC Badgeholders
12:22 AM Back to Paradise with Syam Music
Talent- Syam Room: Quentin Harris, Filsonik & Ben Johnson. Classic's Room: Victor Simonelli, Victor Rosado, Louie "Lou" Gorbea, Franke Estevez, Rene Hewitt, Antonello Coghe & David Solero. PA: Monique Bingham, Ambrosia & Bah Samba.
Admission: $20.00, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:10 AM - 12:18 AM Registration Open
12:10 AM - 12:18 AM Lobby DJ Sets
Some of the best DJ talent from around the world spinning live!
| 10:00AM-12:00PM
12:00PM-1:00PM 1:00PM-3:00PM 3:00PM-4:00PM 4:00PM-6:00PM | DJ Misjah
Chappy Dee&Heather Holiday Adan John Canada Touchphonics |
12:12 AM Advances in Production Technology
Did you know that now you can record 4 tracks directly into an iPod? Do you know how to produce in 5.1? From gear to software to web technology- leading producers, manufacturers, and software developers discuss technological developments in mixing and production technology.
| Moderator: | James Bernard- Propellerheads Software |
| Panelists: | Heath Tougas- Numark/Alesis/AkaiPro
DJ Pierre- Afro Acid Digital Omar 'Supersoul' Clemetson- Metatronix Inc. Michael Pearson-Adams- Waves Audio Ltd Keith Shocklee- Shocklee Entertainment Jonnie Wilson- Electic Method |
12:12 AM Online Retailing
Learn business models for selling music over the Internet so that you can set up shop! This panel will discuss structure, marketing & promotion, licensing, merchant accounts & online payment options, etc. Discover the basics in Online Retailing and begin selling music online immediately.
| Moderator: | Laura Betterly- Yada Yada Marketing |
| Panelists: | Tommy Capistrano- Napster
Jonas Tempel- Beatport DJ NYC Ken- Hidden Beach Recordings Douglas Ruffin- GiGCREATOR LLC. Tiffany R. Almy- Sedlmayr & Associates |
12:12 AM WMC & Scratch DJ Academy presents "A Crash Course in Scratching" Workshop
Speak with your Hands. Sharpen your skills with Scratch DJ Academy. Learn beginner & advanced scratches by the pros!!!!
| Panelists: | Featuring Demonstrations by:
DJ Shortee- Heavy Artillery Recordings DJ Immortal- Scratch DJ Academy DJ Trippin DJ K-Razor |
12:13 AM Demo Listening Workshop
Top industry A&R representatives, producers, and label heads critique your demo. Pre-confirmed workshop delegates must check in 30 minutes prior to the panel start time or risk forfeit. Walkups will be accepted as "fill-ins" or in the case of a "no show."
| Panelists: | Fab 5 Freddy
Hazel B. Zoleta- Tommy Boy Ent. Howard Kessler- HK Productions Jody Den Broeder |
12:13 AM License It & Collect!
TV, radio, film, ringtones, gaming, and licensing are more ever present now than ever. Industry professionals will discuss how to license music properly in order to maximize revenue potential. Learn about various licensing laws and contracts. This is a must see panel for every artist and label owner in the business.
| Moderator: | Ed Razzano- Ricall, Inc. |
| Panelists: | Alex Hackford- Sony Computer Ent.
Jeff Buckingham- Nokia Jason McCormick- Muzak Ryan Jeffs- Republik Records Manny Lorenzo- Razor & Tie |
12:14 AM Electronic Music -History Made Fresh!
It still sounds fresh!! Know your music history. Learn the difference between a good song and a classic song. Discover how these legends created legacies and how you can too!
| Moderator: | Ectomorph-Interdimentional Transmissions |
| Panelists: | Hank Shocklee- Shocklee Entertainment
Frankie Bones- East Music Group Inc. Carl Craig- Planet E Communications Inc. Cornelius 'Atlantis' Harris- Underground Resistance Man Parrish- Parrish Digital Junior Sanchez- X-Mix Productions Jesse Saunders- BrokenRecords.us Juan Atkins- Metroplex/Tresor |
12:15 AM 'Video DJing with DVJs & the SVM Mixer' Workshop presented in conjunction with Pioneer & Sony Vegas
12:15 AM Mobile Music -Take It with You!
Cell phones and MP3 players have birthed new corridors for music sales and revenue. Listen to Industry leaders discuss business models that reinvent themselves daily. Discover why consumers will pay $3.99 for a ringtone but will not pay $.99 for a song. This panel is crucial for anyone who wants to learn how to make money in the Industry today.
| Moderator: | Brad Ferringo- Blackberry |
| Panelists: | Andrew Meadors- Motricity
Chris Stacey- Mozes, Inc. Jennifer Koster- Globefish Media Bill Gaudreau- mSpot Nima Nasseri-KULT Records |
12:15 AM Q&A w/ Erykah Badu- The New Amerykah Panel 'The Emergence of the Underground Producer'
Grammy award winning singer, songwriter, and producer Erykah Badu joins Winter Music Conference to discuss her thoughts and ideas about how music software has changed the scope of music production. The once self-described “analog girl in a digital world” now reigns queen of the digital underground. Badu will also talk about her new album New Amerykah Part One: 4th World War, a beat rich, two-part studio project which Badu describes as her magnum opus.
12:15 AM Free Legal Advice
Entertainment Attorneys discusses the changing laws of distribution, touring, licensing, merchandising etc. If you have inquiries about anything relating to entertainment law, our panel of legal experts is here to help you. Come armed with questions!
| Moderator: | Wallace Collins- Serling Rooks & Ferrera LLP |
| Panelists: | Corey Boddie, Esq.- Boddie & Assoc, PC
Matthew L. Kletter- Law Offices of Matthew L. Kletter Mark V. Lindsay- Jonston Barton David Bercuson- David Bercuson, P.A. |
12:16 AM Artists, Agents & Managers
Picking the right manager is one of the most important career decisions an artist makes. Having the right representation can make or break your mainstay in the Industry. Learn from Industry veterans about how to choose the manager that best suits your needs.
| Moderator: | Junior Goris- Famous Artist Music/Team Pitbull |
| Panelists: | Evita G. Kaigler Esq.- Law Offices of Evita G. Kaigler
Randy Reed- Red Light Management Adam Gill- Embrace Productions Jonny Williams- We Will Doo Recordings Perryn L. Oglesby- Fine Wine Entertainment Troy Gilmore- Blue Moon Management Cortney Callanan- Star 69 Records Guy Ornadel- Ornadel Management LTD Keir Worthy- Rhythm Alchemy/Hot Wax Man Parrish- Parrish Digital |
12:18 AM Bring on the Beats 4 Pool & Lounge Party
Talent- Dj Icey, Scratch D, The Freestylers, Deekline + Wizard, Baby Anne, Hydraulix, Merlyn, Keith Mac, Reid Speed, Wavewhore, Kraak & SmaakJen Lasher, Brazen, Skyhi, Trashy, and many more!
Admission: Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:18 AM - 12:19 AM South Beach Sessions
Complimentary Cocktails for WMC Badgeholders provided courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi.
12:18 AM South Beach Sessions- Conscious Music - The Healing Power of Sound
This panel brings together key pioneers in the areas of science and wellness to explore the many ways in which sound affects our lives. This panel will give the audience a more sophisticated understanding of the power of sound and discuss the many ways that music can support sustainable choices and provide greater levels of connectivity. Copresented by Earthdance, Miambient, and the Global Sound Conference. Preferred admission for badgeholders. Space is limited so please arrive at least ten minutes before start time to guarantee admission.
| Moderator: | Chris Deckker- Earthdance International |
| Panelists: | Alex Theory,Ph D.- (Global Sound Conference)
Kevens Erick Parades- Sustainable Recordings Andrew Borg- High Beam Entertainment Kim Leadford-Universal Law |
12:19 AM Handmade Electronic Music w/Nic Collins presented by iSAW/WMC/Art Center
An introductory artist forum by Nicolas Collins, explaining the principals and practice of circuit-bending and hardware-hacking as addressed in his 2006 book Handmade Electronic Music: The Art of Hardware Hacking. This informative show-and-tell lecture-demonstration will be followed by a book-signing.
| Moderator: | Nic Collins- Composer/Hardware Hacker |
12:19 AM - 12:20 AM IDMA Cocktail Reception
Enjoy complimentary cocktails provided courtesy of Stolli.
12:20 AM - 12:22 AM 23rd Annual International Dance Music Awards
Over 10,000 ballots are cast to vote for the most innovative and elite artists, DJs, producers, promoters, remixers, manufacturers, and labels in the business. With live performances and presentations by the top players in the business, the IDMAs is a one of a kind Industry event.
Hosted by: Daniel Glass
Performances by: Paul van Dyk featuring Rea Garvey (Live); Blake Lewis & KJ Sawka; Crystal Waters; Chris Willis and Special Surprise Guests.
Special Appearances by: Above & Beyond; Alex Guadino; Andy Moor; Audiofly; David Guetta; DJ Rap; DJ Shortee; Frankie Bones; Freedom Williams; Gareth Emery; Georgie Porgie; Hank Shocklee; Jesse Saunders; Junior Sanchez; Kaskade; Keith Shocklee; Man Parrish; Michelle Shaprow; Pepper Mashay; Peter Bailey; Randy Jones; Reid Speed; Richie Santana; Riskay & Skyy
12:21 AM - 12:23 AM South Beach Sessions Cocktail Reception
Complimentary Cocktails for WMC Badgeholders provided 9:00 to 9:30 courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi. "Meet and Greet" downtempo mixer with special guest artists.
12:21 AM 10:30PM 23rd Annual IDMA After Party Co-Presented by DJP Muzik
WMC in conjuction with DJP Muzik/Afro Acid Digital is pleased to present an event filled with electricity, soul, passion and movement! Immediately following the IDMA's, attendees will toast the Awards with a party boasting a lineup of DJs, Divas of Dance music and amazing live performances.
Toast the winners with a complimentary Stoli cocktail.
| Talent: | DJ Pierre |
12:21 AM 7:00PM Confessions
Talent- Hosted by: Ken Jordan of The Crystal Method; Nigel Richards; Matt-E-Love; Tim Baker; Marc Vane; Duncan Ross.
Admission: $20.00, Free for Badgehodlers + VIP area
12:22 AM Om Records presents OM: MIAMI 2008
Talent- Mark Farina, DJ Sneak, Tiefschwarz, Metro Area, Marques Wyatt, DJ Heather, Cobblestone Jazz (LIVE) Rich Medina, Vikter Duplaix, Chuck Love featuring Four Feet, Hipp-e, Andy Caldwell, Mike Monday, Colette, Samantha, James J Boogie, Fred Everything, Johnny Fiasco, Nickodemus (Turntables on the Hudson), Home & Garden, Daz-I-Kue (Bugz in the Attic), Black Spade (LIVE), Troydon, The One (LIVE), DJ Fluid, Sake One, Still Rob G, Tavin Reiter + Special surprise guests!
Admission: $40.00, Free to WMC Badgeholders
12:22 AM An Evening of House Music
Talent- Donald Glaude, Scooter & Lavelle, Miss Lisa, DJ Diamond, DJ Frances, G-Roy & Theron, Scott Roberts, and dadon
Admission: $20.00, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:10 AM - 12:18 AM Registration Open
12:10 AM - 12:18 AM Lobby DJ Sets
Some of the best DJ talent from around the world spinning live!
| 10:00AM-11:00AM
11:00AM-12:00PM 12:00PM-2:00PM 2:00PM-4:00PM 4:00PM-6:00PM | DJ Savoy
DJ Burnout DJ Vince Slay DJ Fred G. Heather Holiday&Vida |
12:12 AM Mock Negotiations Workshop
This is how it should be done. Once again, panel attendees will be lead through a mock recording contract negotiation with an A&R exec, a lawyer, and an artist. This panel will save you both time and money as you will learn what to do and what not to do in contract negotiations.
| Moderator: | Wallace Collins- Serling Rooks & Ferrera LLP |
| Panelists: | Mark Quail- Q&A Music Rights Admin. Inc.
Thomas A. Silverman- Tommy Boy Ent. Cassandra Willard Esq.- Full Sail Real World Edu. Gary Salzman- Big Management Mark Lindsay- Johnston Barton |
12:12 AM - 12:18 AM WMC & BEAT Tour present 'On Deck'
WMC & BEAT Tour present an afternoon with the top BEAT Tour DJs that participated in the 2007/08 BEAT Tour. Come see who is On Deck at The Miami Beach Resort & Spa pool!
| Talent: | Bird Peterson |
12:12 AM Cast Your Net -RSS, Podcasting & Webcasts
This new panel will tackle the changes in how people are being exposed to music - access, distribution and dissemination of both dance music and information, plus discuss the innovative advances in technology ushering in this dramatic shift that's transforming the music and broadcast industry.
| Moderator: | Alan Freed- Dance Broadcast Specialist |
| Panelists: | Michael Quoc- Yahoo! Live
Gareth Emery Jesse Saunders- BrokenRecords.us Domenic Armano- The Beat 36, Sirius Satellite Radio Jesse Baer-Kahn, Esq.- Baer Solutions CB Lyon- Dance Rock Radio |
12:12 AM Industry Gurus -Open Forum
The gurus of the industry discuss the past, current status and future of dance music in an open forum. Engage in a Q&A with the pioneers of the Dance Industry and learn how they shaped the world that we conduct business in daily.
| Moderator: | Ron Slomowicz- DanceMusic.About.com |
| Panelists: | Wayne Williams- (Sr. Vice President) Jive Records
Vivian Host- (Editor) XLR8R Andrew Fox- (Owner) Clubplanet.com Andy Horsfield- (Owner) Global Underground Records |
12:13 AM Demo Listening Workshop
Top industry A&R representatives, producers, and label heads critique your demo. Pre-confirmed workshop delegates must check in 30 minutes prior to the panel start time or risk forfeit. Walkups will be accepted as "fill-ins" or in the case of a "no show."
| Panelists: | Cortney Callanan- Star 69 Records
Man Parrish- Parrish Digital Juan Atkins- Metroplex/Tresor DJ Rap- Proper Talent |
12:13 AM Remixing & Editing Workshop Level 1
Interact with top producers, programmers and remixers doing what they do best. Two half day sessions are being offered: "Level 1" for beginners and "Level 2" for the intermediate/advanced. Attend one or both. An additional fee is required and you must be a registered delegate to attend. Space is limited and these are guaranteed to sell out.
| Moderator: | Eric Kupper- Hysteria Productions |
| Panelists: | Stonebridge
Michael Moog Richie Jones- Phase deux Musiq |
12:13 AM Intellectual Property:Songwriting & Publishing Forum
Make money off your music! Learn how to protect your songs, programs, and ideas effectively. What are the pros and cons of publishing under a label or independently? How do you make sure that your agency is recouping royalties? Can you copyright your songs years after the release date? This panel takes an in-depth look at copyright laws and publishing agreements.
| Moderator: | Brandon Bakshi- BMI |
| Panelists: | Karl Avanzini- ASCAP Latin Department
Frank Liwall- The Royalty Network Eric Wiener- US Patent & Trademark Office John Saunderson- Notting Hill Music Andrew Bailey- Independent Music Group Brian Hamilton- DeWolfe Music/Beats & Rhymes Eric Beall- Shapiro, Bernstein, & Co. |
12:15 AM Love Is in the Airwaves
This panel will discuss the rapid changes in radio. Structural differences between terrestrial and satellite radio. Also, groundbreaking ideas and experiments in internet radio i.e. the music genome project. Panelists will also teach you how to get your music on the air. You won’t want to miss this one!
| Moderator: | Cary Vance-Promo Only Promotions |
| Panelists: | Tom Calococci- WPOW/Power 96
Cato K- Y100/XM Satellite Radio Blake Howell- Muzak Geronimo- Sirius Satellite Radio Trevor Simpson- KNGY/Energy 92.7 Skyy Walker- XM Satellite Radio Mike Bordes- Sirius Satellite Radio Rod Carillo- KNRJ/KAJM Mike Spinella- AOL Music |
12:15 AM Remixing & Editing Workshop Level 2
Interact with top producers, programmers and remixers doing what they do best. Two half day sessions are being offered: "Level 1" for beginners and "Level 2" for the intermediate/advanced. Attend one or both. An additional fee is required and you must be a registered delegate to attend. Space is limited and these are guaranteed to sell out.
| Moderator: | Eric Kupper- Hysteria Productions |
| Panelists: | Andy Caldwell
Hani- NUM Sound Inc. |
12:15 AM Networking For Success
Does it seem like the music industry embodies the ‘It’s not what you know- it’s who you know’ idea? Learn tips and strategies from industry veterans on how to network your way to success. Tap in to successful networking strategies from world class DJs, Artists, label directors and television executives. Delegates in attendance are invited to a special networking party after the panel for a meet & greet with the Panelists at the Miami Beach Resort & Spa poolside.
| Moderator: | Douglas Ruffin- GiGCREATOR, LLC |
| Panelists: | Audiofly
Lamont Pete- MTV Casting Alex Carmenates- Salsamania Ent. Mamie Coleman- Fox Broadcasting DJ D-Wrek- MTV's Wild ‘N Out Giuseppe D.- Robbins Ent. Mike Jackson- EMI Music Publishing Jeff Kosiba- EK Legal, LLC |
12:16 AM Latin Music: Looking Towards the Future
We have assembled some of the top Movers & Shakers of the Latin Industry- Salsa, Merengue, Reggeaton, Latin Rock, Latin Hip-Hop, Pop, Cumbia, and Bachata. Where is Latin Music Headed? What are the new trends? Old trends? What is selling, what is not? Is the future bleak or bright!!!
| Moderator: | Joe Granda- Granda Entertainment |
| Panelists: | Gerardo Alton Ortega- Digi Music Card
Kike Posada- Boom Magazine & Radio Carlos Perez- Sony-BMG Zeta Bosio- DJ/Soda Stereo Rafael Artero- Universal-BMG Publishing David Naranjo- Estefan Enterprises Chris Lopez- Mun2 Alex Carmenates- Salsamania Productions Gino Latino- Program Director/El Zol 95.7 Angel Carrasco- Apollo/Sony-BMG |
12:16 AM Indie Label Forum
Today’s top independent labels are not only surviving but thriving. What are their secrets? Join them in a discussion about the state of the industry and what an Indy label needs to do in order to survive a cutthroat industry.
| Moderator: | David Joe- EBS Worldwide, Inc. |
| Panelists: | Tom Silverman- Tommy Boy Ent.
Jeff Owens- Ghostly Int./Spectral Cortney Callanan- Star69 Records Peter Pritchard- Media Records Ltd. Omar 'Supersoul' Clemetson- Metatronix Inc. Ashley Salcido- Narnack Records Robert Fernandez- Famous Artist Music/Team Pitbull Monique Dooley- Philosophie Music |
12:17 AM Ultra Music Festival 10 -Day One
Talent- Tiesto, Justice, Erol Alkan, Deadmau5, Carl Cox, Danny Tenaglia, Ritchie Hawtin, Josh Wink, Rabbit in The Moon, The Crystal Method, BT, Kevens, Dynamix II, Jackal & Hyde, Clayton Steele, Steve Lawler, James Zabiela, M.A.N.D.Y, Robbie Rivera, Lee Burridge, Damian Lazarus, Mar-T, Francesco Rossi, Digitalism Live, MSTRKRFT, Boys Noize, Annie Mac, Jeremy Dawson, LA Riots
Admission: $70.00, Free to WMC Badgeholders
12:17 AM - 12:18 AM Networking Cocktail Reception presented by GiGCREATOR
Mix and mingle immediately after the Networking for Success panel at the Miami Beach Resort & Spa poolside. GiGCREATOR helps put your networking efforts in motion by connecting world-class entertainers with the industry executives.
12:18 AM - 12:19 AM South Beach Sessions
Complimentary Cocktails for WMC Badgeholders provided courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi.
12:18 AM South Beach Sessions-Music, Politics & Social Awareness
Pioneers of International Dance and Hip Hop music culture, media, and press rally around the world’s most pressing issues and corresponding campaigns. Preferred admission for badgeholders. Space is limited so please arrive at least ten minutes before start time to guarantee admission.
| Moderator: | Lauren Segal- Next Aid |
| Panelists: | Christopher Willits- Ghostly International
Chris Deckker- Earthdance International Wessel Van Eeden- Dance4Life Brittany Somerset- Praxis Public Relations Parag Bhandari – UG Strategies A.J. Mora- SuDance Dan Giove- DubSpot |
12:21 AM Def Mix /Pacha Music Festival
Talent- David Morales, Frankie Knuckles and Sebastian Gamboa (Pacha Ibiza) Kurd Maverick, Luis Lopez and Richard Grey with special performance by GORE
Admission: $20.00 in advance, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:21 AM - 12:23 AM South Beach Sessions Cocktail Reception
Complimentary Cocktails for WMC Badgeholders provided 9:00 to 9:30 courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi. Evening seminars will be followed by music and cocktail receptions bringing together acclaimed guests, music industry leaders, global outreach and community organizations, and the media.
12:21 AM 4:00PM We Love House
Talent- DJ Spen, Victor Simonelli, ATFC, Groove Junkies, DJ Meme, Rocco, Morten Trust, Sarah Foote, CDJ Louke, Mr Mike, Miles Numan, Dario D’Attis, Chilly, Marc Marshall plus Live PA's Linda Lee Hopkins & Brian Lucas
Admission: $15.00, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:22 AM DJs from around the World
Talent- Funkerman, Funky Junction, Granite & Phunk, Jørgensen, Richard Vasquez, LeRon & Yves Eaux and many more.
Admission: Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:22 AM Viram 2008 Drum and Bass Showcase
Talent- Andy C, Ed Rush, Optical, Goldie, Subfocus, Shimon, Red One, Chase & Status, Xample, Hive, Teebee, John B, Evol Intent, Vicious Circle, Plastician, Joe Nice, Rob Paine, Code305, Satori, Somejerk, SecondHand Smoke + MORE
Admission: $25.00, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:22 AM MN2S Official WMC Event @ Opium
Talent- Fedde Le Grand, Todd Terry, Mark Farina, Joey Negro, Bodyrox, Joe T. Vannelli, Kaskade, Martin Solveig, Brian Tappert, Jon Cutler, Johnny Fiasco, Outwork, George Morel, Jay-J, Jamie Lewis, Outwork, Ian Pooley, Tedd Patterson, Halo, John Julius Knight, Eddie Thoneick, DJ Heather, PA With Darryl D'Bonneau
Admission: By Guestlist Only, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:11 AM - 12:16 AM Registration Open
12:11 AM - 12:18 AM Lobby DJ Sets
Some of the best DJ talent in the world spinning live!
| 11:00AM-1:00PM
1:00PM-2:00PM 2:00PM-4:00PM 4:00PM-6:00PM | David Vasquez
Clayton Steele Rev-E Lune Noir |
12:12 AM WMC & Shocklee Ent. Present ‘Destruction Featuring BOMB SQUAD & The International Futuresound Soldiers’
For the first time in their legendary 20+ year career, production team the BOMB SQUAD (Hank Shocklee & Keith Shocklee) are preparing to perform live in concert in anticipation of their upcoming debut project & world tour. The force behind Public Enemy and some of most significant albums of all time, including albums which regularly rank as two of the greatest and influential recordings in various publications such as Rolling Stone and Spin.
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Special debut concert performance- first time in their legendary 20+ year career! |
12:12 AM 2nd Annual WMC International Record Collectors Show
Attention vinyl enthusiasts! The 2nd annual Record Collectors Show will bring together the best collectors, diggers, and dealers from all over the world for a day of music mania on Miami Beach.
12:12 AM Ultra Music Festival 10 -Day Two
Talent- Underworld, Paul van Dyk, Erick Morillo, Armin van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, Pete Tong, Sander Van Doorn, Calvin Harris, Second Sun, Enur, Carl Cox, MOBY, David Guetta, Fedde Le Grand, John Rundell, Sasha & John Digweed, Sander Kleinenberg, Benny Benassi, Dj Dan & Donald Glaude, Layo & Bushwacka!, Dirty South, Mark Knight, David Waxman, Audiofly, Nate Campbell, Stanton Warriors, Hybrid, Pendulum'El Homet, Dj Icey, Hyper, Krafty Kuts, Babby Anne Feat. Darling Nikki, Meat Katie, General Midi, Dylan Rhymes, Storm & Johnny Dangerously, Planet of the Drums (AK1200+Dara+Dieselboy+Mc Messinian), Andy C & MC GQ, Goldie, Fabio, ShyFX, AdamF, Photek, Ed Rush & Optical, Soundweapon (Feat. DJ Fresh + MC Ivory), TeeBee, Evol Intent, Reid Speed, Empress
Admission: $80.00, Free to WMC Badgeholders
12:12 AM Event Planning & Promotion
Learn how to throw a hot party with great talent, sound, production, and promotion from the biggest event promoters in the industry. Discover how to make money and create a great event at the same time.
| Moderator: | Bobby Lively- Distinctive Promo/True Blessing Mngmnt. |
| Panelists: | Jason Huvaere- Paxahau/DEMF
Robbie Rivera- Juicy Music Allen Anders- Fantasma Productions Efthemia Vasiliadis- Avalanche Music Group, Inc. Billy Melnyk- Bacardi USA Davey Gold- Star 69 Records Rob Fernandez- Rob Promotions Binoy Shah- R3 Ventures Alain Mongeau- Mutek |
12:12 AM - 12:17 AM 'Dub Echoes' Screening presented by WMC & Metatronix
'Dub Echoes' is a documentary that shows how the Jamaican Dub movement influenced the birth of much of what we hear today- from electronic to punk to hip-hop music. Shot in Jamaica, England, the US & Brazil ‘Dub Echoes’ features more than 40 interviews with key figures from both the reggae and the electronic music world discussing the history and the importance of the Dub movement. Just follow the bass lines! Screenings will be at 12:30PM, 3:00PM, and 5:00PM.
12:13 AM Demo Listening Workshop
Top industry A&R representatives, producers, and label heads critique your demo. Pre-confirmed workshop delegates must check in 30 minutes prior to the panel start time or risk forfeit. Walkups will be accepted as "fill-ins" or in the case of a "no show."
| Panelists: | Nima Nasseri- Kult Records
Zach Westerfield- Kult Records Darryl Pandy |
12:13 AM Welcome to the Lounge!
You can dance (if you want to). Downtempo,Chill Out, Lounge, and World Music is the focus of the conversation. The eclectic lounge grooves that originated in the clubs now permeates hotel lobbies, restaurants, and advertising. What defines this sound? Is it a genre, lifestyle, or all of the above? What are the ethics of mixing indigenous music with electronic music? Join us for what is always a lively discussion.
| Moderator: | Mark Walker- Strange World/Deepness Music |
| Panelists: | Andrew Borg- Hi-Beam Entertainment
John Manuel- RAMP Adam Herko- Alliance Entertainment Corporation Erick Paredes – Sustainable Recordings Marc Sacheli- SFP Records Ramon Wells – Dot Dot Dot |
12:15 AM Audio Systems Design and Digital Signal Processing
Leading club-systems designer Lord Toussaint explains everything you need to know about building an exceptional audio system. He will address common misconceptions made from poor purchasing, design, and installation and tell you how to avoid these costly mistakes. Learn how to use Digital Signal Processing to design a system not only containing volume but also sound quality.
| Moderator: | Lord Toussaint |
12:15 AM - 12:16 AM South Beach Sessions
Complimentary Cocktails for WMC Badgeholders provided courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi.
12:16 AM - 12:17 AM South Beach Sessions- Music as a Means of Marketing and Setting Trends
Music, its artists and message permeate all aspects of modern culture from social undertones to politics and fashion. Partnerships between artists and products push the influence of cultural icons to an ever-greater reach thus contributing to and in many cases eclipsing; perhaps even circumventing, all traditional notions of what we call ‘artist development’. We will cover various levels of sponsorship / partnership for your events, artist product endorsements and the cross pollination between Music, Fashion, Film, Television, and so much more... Is music riding a corporate wave to success or vice versa? Anyway you look at it, the synergy works. From the drawing room to your living room this is an inside glimpse from the experts who bring the ideas! Preferred admission for badgeholders. Space is limited so please arrive at least ten minutes before start time to guarantee admission.
| Moderator: | Debra Eriksen - Oracle Entertainment, Dance Music Consultant for Island/Def Jam Recordings |
| Panelists: | Cary Vance - Promo Only Promotions
Michael Melfi- Six Degrees Magazine Darryl von Daniken- tilllate.com Wessel van Eeden- Dance4Life |
12:16 AM The Midas XL8 Demonstration
Come and see this complete demo of the XL8, the first of a new generation of open-architecture, cross-platform, integrated audio control and distribution systems, which brings control of not only audio, but other aspects of a live performance to a single, intuitive control centre. The XL8's open architecture ensures that both third-party hardware and software, including 'plug-ins' can be easily integrated into the system. This is a not to be missed demo for all you technophiles out there.
| Moderator: | Lord Toussaint |
12:17 AM - 12:21 AM South Beach Sessions Cocktail Reception
WMC badgeholders enjoy compilmentary cocktails 5:30 - 6:00 courtesy of Kung Fu Sushi. Evening seminars will be followed by music and cocktail receptions bringing together acclaimed guests, music industry leaders, global outreach and community organizations, and the media.
12:21 AM Mixology & Nikki Beach Closing Party Weekend
Talent- Robosonic - Germany / Romeo - Russia Justine Martine - US / A Luv NYC / Reza LA / Madsion & Syrena Cyber Vixxens LA / Special Guests.
Admission: $40.00, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:21 AM 11:00AM - 9:00PM Hed Kandi @ Nikki Beach- Official WMC Showcase event
Talent- David Dunne, Phil Favershim and Wez Clarke plus special guests
Admission: Advance tickets on wanttickets.com only $30.00 $50.00 at the door, Free for Badgeholders
12:22 AM Schematic Music Co. & Palmtree Snuff present Revenge of the Nerds Spring Break 2082
Live- Otto Von Schirach, Edit, Doormouse, Skymall, Richard Devine, Phoenecia, Jose El Rey, Optokinetic Reflex, Notorius Nastie, The Voodoo Witch Doctor, Mr Feathers, Djs- Aura, Jacque Polynice, Karakter
Admission: $10.00, Free for WMC Badgeholders
12:22 AM Hope Recordings 10 Year Anniversary in Miami
Talent- Nick Warren, Dave Seaman, 16 Bit Lolitas, Hybrid & Jody Wisternoff
Admission:$20.00 in advance / $30.00 at the door, Free for WMC Badgeholders