Industry vs. Access: The Programming Fundamentals at WMC 2019


Tuesday, November 6th, 2018 |

Winter Music Conference has long been a fundamental hub for the dance music industry, while providing access and networking opportunities for aspiring professionals looking to learn about the business and participate in the conversation.

New in 2019, WMC will offer two distinct programming segments targeted at industry professionals as well as music consumers. Under the banners “Industry” and “Access,” each curated portion of the conference will provide insightful dialog driven by refreshed perspectives that explore key topics in music, technology and the surrounding culture.

Join in the conversation; registration is now open. Act now and take advantage of our early bird pricing options while they are still available. “Access” badges start at $150 and “Industry” badges start at $250.

WMC // Industry

WMC understands the need to reinvent what a conference should be and we intend to do just that. Designed to provide you with more and disrupt the status quo, “Industry” is dedicated to working professionals and is by invitation only. “Industry” badge holders will be able to enjoy one amazing location for meetings, networking, showcases, press, down time and all the business at hand. Badges will also be honored at all “Access” functions.

  • Keynotes and Panels: Whether it’s content marketing or social media innovation, enterprise technology or blockchain technology, our keynotes and panels will leave you inspired and excited about business again.
  • Health & Wellness: It’s not all about money; we believe that some of the best relationships are formed by incredible experiences. Miami is the perfect place to unwind and get to know your colleagues on a more personal level. This year WMC will offer morning programing to refresh your body and mind with yoga, meditation, beach runs and other aquatic activities.
  • Networking, Media Lounge and Evening Mixers: We will have several spaces dedicated for meetings and conducting interviews and a gifting suite featuring top lifestyle brands. To wind things down every evening there will be a cocktail mixer at various locations from 5-8 pm.

WMC // Access

If you’re a consumer or prosumer with an interest in music production, DJing and the industry side of dance music, “Access” is the badge to hold if you want to turn your passion into a career. This portion of the conference offers a discounted pass to those looking to take the next step or merely a deeper dive into the culture they love. Badge holders will have access to a showcase of some of the top companies in the business.

  • Keynotes, Panels & FireSide Chats: Whether you are a super fan, career curious, or looking to become the next electronic music sensation, our curated programming will be sure to excite. Expect some of today’s most exciting artists and industry professionals discussing a range of topics. Stay tuned for more info.
  • Educational & Mentoring Sessions: Some of the top music educators and gear companies in today’s market will offer small class sessions in production, DJing, photography and videography.
  • Exhibitor Hall: From product demos to the world of festival camping, WMC’s 2019 exhibitor hall will feature a wide variety of top brand and innovative products to connect and engage with. Gear demos will also be available for those looking to up their gear game and learn more.

The future of electronic music is being written in real time, WMC is here to help you make sense of it all. We look forward to seeing you in 2019.


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Testimonials

I’m so glad to see WMC rebooted with such thoughtful content and first-class curation. It’s been a long time since the industry had a must-do American event and this is it. The reborn WMC!


Patrick Moxey

Ultra Music

I first went to WMC ’87, the year I started Big Beat. It was an incredibly inspiring congregation of indie labels, DJs, artists, songwriters, producers and dance music lovers dedicated to breaking and discovering new music. WMC has been instrumental in furthering the dance and electronic cause; keeping the community connected, vital and relevant, and serving as an amazing springboard for talent. It’s a fantastic crucible for the future of dance music. Long may it live.


Craig Kallman

CEO & Co-Chairman Atlantic Records, Founder Big Beat Records

Having only missed the very first year of WMC in 1985, it was 1986-1990 that initially placed me on the map globally due to the international attendance of the entire dance music community. All throughout the 90s I was often getting written about by various high profile mags and websites for having contributed to help break many artists, DJs, producers and remixers. WMC enabled me to bring many top industry people together all under one roof, especially at Groove Jet, where house music officially met Techno in my sets and it’s all been uphill since…TBC


Danny Tenaglia

DJ, Producer

I feel fortunate to have been part of the first-ever WMC. Over the 35 years, it has grown to give us an international forum where we exchange music and ideas. As an attendee and host of many of the award shows, I am proud each time I see new young talent emerge and then become world-renowned. We all have so many Winter Music Conference moments of hearing a seminal breakthrough record for the first time as well as a new DJ with star quality. Magical moments in my career.


Daniel Glass

Glassnote Records

Winter Music Conference was the cream of the crop of conferences. Every label owner, label A&R, DJ and artist knew they had to go network at the Fontainebleau where the conference was hosted. The conference was not only one of the most important time of the year as it relates to dance music but it was also a place where records were broken and became summer hits. Some of my best DJ memories are from the events I played during WMC in the last 20 years.


Erick Morillo

DJ / Producer / Label Boss - Subliminal Records