Fiery Debate Heats Up Music Business Panel

DJ Dee Mello -entrepreneur & on-air talent in Atlanta produces a radio program called BLACKANOMICS that airs on XM/SIRIUS Sattelite Radio Channel 169, The Power. The program was designed to educate, inspire & motivate entrepreneurs to embrace the concept of upward mobility through the creation of their own economic empowerment.

Dee Mello was asked by the Black College Radio Convention to aid them in organizing the The Positive & Negative Influence of Rap & Hip Hop In Our Society Today Panel. Featured speakers included JaWar -Motivational Speaker/Author/Business Consultant, B. Brown -Bar Red Ent., Willie Hunter -Publicists/Film Critic, Chris -Aarow Records, Soul Messiah & Kevin "Koolin" Fox -Dir. of Urban Programming/Clear Channel.

In addition to the panelists I met Paul McGregor -SWIM, James Bryant -Clear View, Rodney Oliver -ETC Recordings, Shirley L. Ellis -Fort Valley State, Shannon Levingston -Wiley College, Benjamin Johnson -Albany State University and more.

The fiery debates during the music industry panel stemmed from such passion among panelists and guests with what seemed to be opposing arguments. After consideration one may conclude that the opposing arguments were actually complimentary as it appeared as we were all seeking to arrive at the same place.

Chris delivered his experience of fortitude as he recounted the steps he took to get commercial radio airplay for Jarvis on V-103 (wvee) in Atlanta several years back. He spoke of how Tosha Luv showed Jarvis love by giving the song a chance. Chris's testament was relevant as he spoke to an audience of future owner/operators, ceo's and board members of major corporations. He shared how soon they will be in a position of authority to effect real change. They have and will continue to have the voice to green light positive images and music to the public. Other panelists echoed that sentiment.

I spoke of the importance of being owner/operators in order to create real change in the music business. The audience was encouraged & challenged to stretch their creative imaginations, to go beyond the boundaries of the norm and to do the unexpected.

This music business panel was one of the most exciting I've witnessed. In its' 29th Year the Black College Radio Convention was still educating and encouraging future radio station owner/operators to go the extra mile and achieve all the goodness they could. Students seemed thankful and excited that they attended the music conference. In addition, to attending next year's Black College Radio Convention you'll want to register for the Southwest Georgia Radio Music Conference in Albany.

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International Music Specialist Brings Global Business to Albany

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International Music Specialist, Allen Johnston Brings Global Business to Albany, GA

Allen Johnston has a 30 Year track record for doing International Music Business

March 13, 2008 (Albany, GA) Mr. Allen Johnston -the Music Specialist has more than three (30 YEARS) decades of progressive experience in all aspects of music product development, music licensing, sales and promotions & distribution for national and international markets. He regularly attends the Midem Music Conference in France where he networks and conducts business with leaders in music and technology. As a guest speaker for the How to Make Money Online Seminar by JaWar, Mr. Johnston will share words of wisdom and practical information on doing International Business using a power-point presentation for business professionals, civic leaders, high school and college students and the music industry at large.

Through the years Mr. Johnston has spoken at a number of music business conferences including:

Southeastern Music Conference
Continuing Legal Education of Georgia, Florida and Tennessee
ASCAP/En-Light Showcase and Seminar
Jumpin’ Jack Annual Salute to Nightclub Disc Jockeys Record Pool Convention
National Black Programmers Coalition/Atlanta Chapter –New Possibilities on the Internet
Dade County Parks & Recreation –The Business of Music Seminar Series & Music Business 101
Houston Producers Conference
Real Deal Seminar –Clark Atlanta University/Co-Coordinator
MOBE –Marketing Opportunities in Black Entertainment/Entertainment & Technology Panel
Rap Sheet Convention
Technology Summit of the Americas
Right Connection Music Conference
Midwest Radio & Music Association
Black Radio Exclusive –BRE
Third Coast Music Convention
ARMusic1.com
Demo to Dollars
Southern Konnection 3^rd Annual Conference
Publishing Quick & Easy
Gospel Music Workshop of America
South East Music Conference
Urban Network Music Conference
Southeastern Music Community Fest
Southeast Urban Music Conference

In addition, Allen Johnston has been recognized by his peers and other music professionals in the music industry by receiving the following awards:

Record Executive of the Year -Florida Recording Entertainment Consul
Record Executive of the Year -Georgia Secretary of State
The MIC Conference First Record Executive of the Year Award
2 Certificates of Appreciation Diaspora Arts Coalition
3 Certificates of Appreciation OIC DADE County
12 Dade County -Certificates of Appreciation
Educator of the Year Award -Negro Business Women of Dade County
Reader’s Digest “Look Smart” Editor’s Choice Award
The Jack the Rappers Superior Achievement in Black Music Award
Right Connection Entertainment Lifetime Achievement Award
Jumpin’ Jack/BRO Best Record Promotional Person Award
Music Specialist Site rated “Top 5% of all sites on the Internet” by Point Survey
Dade County Black Music Month Music Achievement Award
Nelson Mandela Rally -Letter of Appreciation
EMI America -Platinum Record for Performance to % of Quota Fiscal
EMI America - Platinum Album for Highest Percentage of Sales
Metropolitan Dade County Certificate of Appreciation for Community Service
Miami Dade Community College Certificate of Appreciation
Arista Records –Gold Album (Sales) -Ray Parker, Jr.’s “Two Places at The Same Time”
Arista Records -Gold Album (Sales) -Dionne Warwick’s “Dionne”
Five additional Gold (500,000+) Album Sales

On Saturday, March 22, 2008 International Music Specialist –Allen Johnston will present a powerful presentation that will empower and encourage attendees to consider the possibilities of doing international business while servicing their local markets at the same time at the Southwest Radio Music Conference. Mr. Johnston’s presentation will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn, 101 S. Front Street, Albany, GA 31701. Doors open at 2:00PM. Reserve seating may be obtained by registering at either: radiomusicconference.com, musicconference.eventbrite.com or by calling 229-225-4016.

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THE BUZZ: Atlantis Music Conference by Willie Hunter

THE BUZZ -by Willie Hunter

Atlantis Music Conference Celebrates 10 Years... The legendary music conference founded in the city of Atlanta a decade ago - drew scores of people from all over the the USA and a few foreign countries as well to 'Celebrate The Best In Music'... Conference organizers hosted such persons as performing/recording artists, artist managers, record label executives, promotion / marketing executives, and many others for four days of networking parties, seminars, numerous showcases, exhibits, and more ,,, The 2007 Atlantis Music Conference & Festival set up shop at the all new CW Midtown venue - which includes the Center Stage, Club Vinyl and The Loft...

Some of the informative panels tackled such topics as A&R, radio play, jobs in the music business, the new music model, independents making money in the business, etc... There was a producers panel featuring such names as as DJ Toomp, Focus, etc... The Atlantis had panels on how you can make money in the entertainment business... New this year was well known music / entertainment author - JaWar conducting his Music Therapy 101 Seminar at the conference...

The Atlantis is the nation's third largest music conference attracting rock and urban music artists and professionals from around the USA... The opening party saw hundreds of people walk the 'red carpet' at The Opera (formerly 1150 Event facility) to meet, greet and network with those who are involved in the exciting world of the music business... Once the seminars ended for the day - conference attendees traveled all over the city for the numerous performance showcases in the various venues... Article courtesy of Dr. Love: Click here read more