MDLBEAST, the company behind the XP Future of Music conference in Saudi Arabia, is launching a new artist management boot camp.
The company describes the program as a “transformative initiative” aimed at developing the next generation of artist managers in the MENA region.
The two-week course, scheduled to take place virtually from November 10-14 and 17-21, 2024, is designed to “give participants what they need to excel in the highly competitive music industry,” the company said on Tuesday. basic skills and knowledge.” September 3).
MDLBEAST said the boot camp offers a “comprehensive curriculum” covering the “fundamentals” of artist management, branding and partnerships, industry structure, revenue sources and other key areas.
The program will be delivered through classroom teaching, mentoring from “well-known” industry professionals and interactive discussions.
Bootcamps cover topics ranging from music publishing and intellectual property to live music, merchandise and the latest music technology and innovation.
By focusing on these areas, the program “aims to develop well-rounded managers who are capable of handling the complexities of the modern music industry,” according to MDLBEAST.
MDLBEAST’s Artist Management Bootcamp will have a range of mentors, including regional and international artist managers, to guide participants through the program.
These mentors include Pieranta Tubafounder and artist manager of LSL Music; Grace RussellTalent Manager, Skretz Entertainment; Christian VotaPartner, Managing Director and Artist Manager at Alegria Agency, representing artists such as Black Coffee and THEMBA; Karima Damir, Director of Warner Music A&R MENA; Carlo-Alberto CavallottiFounder and Artist Manager of 2C Artists; and Dan GrayYoda & Rob Da Bank Manager.
MDLBEAST said the boot camp underscores its “commitment to supporting the MENA music industry by developing a pool of skilled artist managers who can guide musicians through day-to-day tasks and long-term strategies, ultimately leading to sustainable careers in the industry Pave the way for your career.”
The company added that the program is “consistent with its broader mission to enrich the region’s music landscape by providing valuable educational opportunities”.
Online submissions for this year’s edition are open until Saturday, September 7, 2024.
Upon successful completion of the bootcamp, participants will be invited to attend the 2024 XP Music Futures Conference and receive certificates at a special ceremony.
XP Music Futures 2024, a music conference focusing on the Middle East and North Africa region, organized by MDLBEAST, returns to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from December 5th to 7th.
The most recent XP Futures conference, held in December 2023, welcomed more than 190 speakers from around the world and attracted “thousands” of attendees, according to its organizers.
Previous sessions have invited renowned global and regional artists and industry figures. Previous attendees include producer and label owner Don Cannon, DJ Khaled, Cosmicat, Nicole Moudaber, Fat Joe, David Guetta and more.
MDLBEAST was formed following the launch of flagship music festival SOUNDSTORM in 2019 and is currently operated under three companies: XP Music Futures, MDLBEAST PRESENTS and MDLBEAST Record Label.global music business
