Below you can find the EuroSonic Noorderslag 2009 conference program. For an overview per day or location, you can check out the timetable.
European Border Breakers Awards Show
AaRON (FR), Adele (UK), Alphabeat (DK), Cinema Bizarre (DE), The Dø (FR), Kraak & Smaak (NL), Ida Corr (DK), Lykke Li (SE), The Script (IRL) and The Ting Tings (UK) will receive this year’s European Border Breakers Awards during a spectacular TV-show with performances by a.o. Cinema Bizarre, Kraak & Smaak, Ida Corr AaRON, Lykke Li, and special guests Gabriel Rios and The Jools Holland Rhythm and Blues Orchestra.
Keynote Simon Frith: The Value Of Live Music
For many years it was assumed that the live music business could not compete effectively for consumer expenditure in the music market place. In the last decade, this picture has been shifting. In this talk Simon Frith will introduce some of his initial findings. Simon Frith's presentation will be followed by a Q+A.
EuroSonic Noorderslag in Interview
‘Due to public demand’, in the afternoons for three days in a row Tom Engelshoven and Robbert Tilli will again be hosting interview sessions with artists that will perform during the event.
EuroSonic Noorderslag in Interview
‘Due to public demand’, Tom Engelshoven (OOR magazine) and Robbert Tilli (Music Center The Netherlands) will again be hosting interview sessions for three days in a row with artists performing at EuroSonic Noorderslag.
The Multiple Tentacles Approach to Creating a Music Buzz Online
To make the most of Internet music marketing, you need more than a good web site. You need a Web Presence.
Hamburg Groningen Meeting
The relationship between Hamburg and Groningen goes way back. Both cities have a lot to offer each other in terms of culture, media and creative economy. State Secretary of Culture, Media and Sports for the city-state of Hamburg, Reinhard Stuth and Groningen Councilman of Economic Affairs, International Business and Culture, Jaap Dijkstra will sing a Letter of Intent during EuroSonic Noorderslag in which the cooperation between both cities will be determined.
The Role of Music as a Part of the Creative Industries in the Boosting of Europe's Creative Potential
What is the role and position of music, and how can European artists and European repertoire benefit from this policy? The discussion will cover new business models in a digital environment, skills, training and how to make the most of the single market and beyond.
EuroSonic Noorderslag in Interview
‘Due to public demand’, in the afternoons for three days in a row Tom Engelshoven and Robbert Tilli will again be hosting interview sessions with artists that will perform during the event.
Interactive Awards
The Interactive Award will be handed out to an act who utilizes the internet in an original and innovative way to become famous. In this sessions five nominees will present their concept to the jury and a live audience. During the second half, the winner will be announced.
European Border Breakers Awards & EuroSonic Noorderslag Press Reception
European Border Breakers Awards Show
AaRON (FR), Adele (UK), Alphabeat (DK), Cinema Bizarre (DE), The Dø (FR), Kraak & Smaak (NL), Ida Corr (DK), Lykke Li (SE), The Script (IRL) and The Ting Tings (UK) will receive this year’s European Border Breakers Awards during a spectacular TV-show with performances by a.o. Cinema Bizarre, Kraak & Smaak, Ida Corr AaRON, Lykke Li, and special guests Gabriel Rios and The Jools Holland Rhythm and Blues Orchestra.
Buma/Stemra & Buma Cultuur Cocktail Hour
Author rights organisation Buma/Stemra, together with Buma Cultuur, the foundation dedicated to the promotion and support of Dutch music copyright, invite you for free drinks at the Cocktail Hour.
ETEP Festival Lounge
Meeting point and exclusive lounge for ETEP festivals and their business appointments.
Keynote Interview: Herman Schueremans
Rock Werchter is valued by artists and public alike for its near perfect combination of quality and quantity. Herman Schueremans talks about the work behind the scenes and the future of music festivals.
Selling Live Music by the Kilo
There's something new happening: the growing interest in live music and live music recordings in particular. Add to this the question related to broadcasting/webcasting rights, and you have challenging and exciting times ahead!
Keynote Moses Avalon: The State of the US Music Business
What is the future of the music business and how will major labels play a role in it?
Lecture by Jill Furmanovsky
Furmanovsky received several awards during her lengthy career. Her lecture at the Eurosonic Noorderslag seminar will discuss the importance of the visual culture in the music industry and the main difference between music photography now and in the past.
Live in Belgium: All About Belgian Venues and Festivals
Belgium has a rich 'live-performance' history and its huge variety of clubs, venues and festivals is a testimony to it. Year-round, the concert-goer can make a daily selection from either alternative acts or big international crowd pleasers. In Flanders there is a booming club scene and Wallonia is in the process of developing its own.
EuroSonic Noorderslag in Interview
‘Due to public demand’, in the afternoons for three days in a row Tom Engelshoven and Robbert Tilli will again be hosting interview sessions with artists that will perform during the event.
Booking A Tour - Live On Stage: On the Road With the Hypotheticals
Aspiring superstar band The Hypotheticals split up. You're shocked I know, but don't despair! With a new line-up they're back!
Doing Business with Belgium: Do's and Don'ts
For everyone who needs help launching an artist, a recording or a business in Belgium.
EuroSonic Noorderslag in Interview
‘Due to public demand’, in the afternoons for three days in a row Tom Engelshoven and Robbert Tilli will again be hosting interview sessions with artists that will perform during the event.
ETEP Artist Exchange Meeting
For ETEP festivals, EBU radio’s en music export offices
The New European Agent
Many of the Booking Agents that control the international touring business have been around since helping to invent and construct the industry as we know it today, but this is a volatile business and things change.
Buma/Stemra & Buma Cultuur Cocktail Hour
Author rights organisation Buma/Stemra, together with Buma Cultuur, the foundation dedicated to the promotion and support of Dutch music copyright, invite you for free drinks at the Cocktail Hour.
EBU Reception
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the cooperation between EBU and EuroSonic Noorderslag
ETEP Festival Lounge
Meeting point and exclusive lounge for ETEP festivals and their business appointments.
3FM Serious Talent Demo Drop
Heb jij een demo en wil jij dat 3FM daarnaar luistert, kom naar de 3FM Serious Talent Demo Drop in de Oosterpoort en lever m in bij de 3FM Muziekredactie. Misschien wordt jij dan wel de nieuwe 3FM Serious Talent. Serious Talent? Wat is dat? Geen nood, je kunt ook bij de stand terecht om uitleg te krijgen en begeleiding bij het aanmaken van een Serious Talent profiel op internet.
Export Ready or Paid Holiday
This panel asks some of the established international events to showcase and explain themselves; who are they, what are they aiming to achieve, what are their own selection processes, and what can the companies and acts who take part in their events hope to achieve.
Keynote Interview: Russell Warby
I have been a concert booking agent for 20 years. Representing many extraordinarily talented and exciting musicians including but not limited to; Nirvana, Foo Fighters, The White Stripes, The Strokes and Ryan Adams and in 2006 I started a record label which goes by the name of Ark Recordings.
The Future of Labels
Is it possible for the music business to continue, for new talents to be developed and promoted, for their musical offerings to be distributed widely and effectively, without the skills, the risk taking and the commitment developed over many years by the record companies?
EuroSonic Noorderslag in Interview
‘Due to public demand’, in the afternoons for three days in a row Tom Engelshoven and Robbert Tilli will again be hosting interview sessions with artists that will perform during the event.
EuroSonic Noorderslag in Interview
‘Due to public demand’, in the afternoons for three days in a row Tom Engelshoven and Robbert Tilli will again be hosting interview sessions with artists that will perform during the event.
Independent Festivals
Is Independence Sexy or Just Plain Economic Suicide for festivals?
Master Class European Artist Manager
Is the Dutch Industry ready for the digital consumption area?
Revenu Streams Workshop
How to create passive revenue from music, so that you don't have to tour till you're 60, will be revealed in a one basic hour Workshop.
EuroSonic Noorderslag in Interview
‘Due to public demand’, in the afternoons for three days in a row Tom Engelshoven and Robbert Tilli will again be hosting interview sessions with artists that will perform during the event.
Digital Distribution Workshop
In an exclusive workshop Moses Avalon will show you the ins and outs of digital distribution, how to spot a scam and how to negotiate good terms.
File Sharing in Music, Film and Games
Presentation about file sharing in music, film and games.
Off The Record With A Smile
This session is now almost able to call itself an institution as this will be it's fourth edition! Yet again we invite you to suspend all thoughts of seriousness, to relax, take a beer or two and enter into the spirit of the humour that has always attended the music industry which some forget is all about entertainment!
