The Recording Academy(R) Pacific Northwest Chapter Hosts Third Annual GRAMMY(R) MusicTech...

The Recording Academy(R) Pacific Northwest Chapter Hosts Third Annual GRAMMY(R) MusicTech Summit in Seattle

Thought Leaders Convene to Discuss Crossroads of Music and
Technology

Topspin CEO Ian Rogers to Give Keynote Speech
SEATTLE--(Business Wire)--
The Recording Academy(R) Pacific Northwest Chapter is hosting its
third annual GRAMMY(R) MusicTech Summit, a two-day conference that
examines the intersection of music and technology and issues defining
the music landscape. Taking place in Seattle Nov. 6 - 7 at McCaw Hall,
the GRAMMY MusicTech Summit 08 will focus on digital music and the
business, legal and creative issues it presents to the music industry
and consumers.

Keynote speaker Ian Rogers, CEO of Topspin, will open the
conference, which will consist of 14 panels with high-profile music
and technology leaders, hands-on demonstrations, a trade area
featuring company exhibits, and networking lunches. Showcasing
Seattle's influence and interest in the music industry, the conference
attendance doubled in 2007 with more than 450 attendees and The
Recording Academy expects to have twice as many participants at the
2008 event.

"The MusicTech Summit brings together top minds in music and
technology to explore and further define the nature of the business in
an environment where technology continues to shape the way people
create, experience and purchase music," said Pacific Northwest Chapter
Executive Director Ben London. "Seattle has significantly influenced
the current music landscape through its strong music and technology
heritage, so it's the perfect place to create a forum that discusses
how these two entities intertwine and harmonize."

Industry veteran Ian Rogers will kick-off the Summit with a
keynote address on Nov. 6 at 10:15 a.m. Former director of Yahoo!
Music, Rogers has helped define the way artists and consumers promote
and experience digital media online. Rogers also worked as president
of New Media for the Beastie Boys' record label and lifestyle brand
Grand Royal. He currently serves as CEO at Topspin, a media technology
company that develops leading-edge marketing software and services to
help build businesses and brands within the music industry.

Additional music and technology leaders, such as Josh Rosenfeld
(owner, Barsuk Records), Megan Jasper (vice president, Sub Pop
Records), Gary Calamar (music supervisor, Six Feet Under, Dexter,
Entourage) and Jeremy Welt (Warner Brothers Records), will pilot a
series of panels that explore the crossroads of music and technology
with key sessions including:

-- Evolution of Record Labels

-- Youth Attitudes on Music Consumption

-- New Media Contracts

-- Digital Distribution

-- Touring and Technology

-- Music and the Mobile Phone

-- The Evolution of Traditional Retail

-- Graphic Design Challenges for New Media

The Summit will be held from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Nov. 6 and Nov. 7
at McCaw Hall in Seattle with closing receptions following each night
at Solo Bar.

Cost of the Summit is free for members of The Recording Academy as
well as members of the GRAMMY University Network(TM). Tickets are $175
for the general public for a two-day pass, or $100 for a one-day pass.
To RSVP or purchase tickets, please call 206.834.1000 or e-mail
pacificnw@grammy.com.

List of Participants(a):

-- Kevin Arnold, IODA

-- Tim Bierman, Ten Club

-- Gary Calamar, Music Supervisor (Six Feet Under, Dexter,
Entourage)

-- Christina Calio, Zune

-- Bill Carr, Amazon MP3

-- Chris Castle, Attorney

-- Don Clark, Invisible Creature Design

-- Ryan Clark, Tooth and Nail Records

-- Ted Cohen, TAG Strategic

-- Kara Costa, Work Tank

-- Jen Czeisler, Sub Pop Records

-- Roy Elkins, Broad Jam

-- Jesse Flores, Easy Street Records

-- Daryl Friedman, The Recording Academy

-- Jordan Glazier, Eventful

-- Howard Greynolds, Overcoat Management

-- Ali Hedrik, The Billions Corporation

-- Jason Hughes, Sonic Boom

-- Kate Jackson, Sub Pop Records

-- Megan Jasper, Sub Pop Records

-- Tim Keck, The Stranger

-- Jason Lajeunesse, Neumo's

-- Derek Mazzone, Crossfader

-- Cal McAllister, Wexley School for Girls

-- Brent McCrossen, Audiosocket

-- Bill Messing, RIPL

-- Mark Montgomery, Echo Music

-- Slim Moon, Shot Clock Management

-- Reavis Daniel Moore, YouLicense

-- Sean Muller, Media Net Digital

-- Molly Neuman, eMusic

-- Peter Orullian, X-Box

-- Tim Quirk, Rhapsody

-- Casey Robinson, BMI

-- Josh Rosenfeld, Barsuk Records

-- David Rosenheim, Jambase

-- Gary Roshak

-- Cedric Ross, Culture Mob

-- Portia Sabin, Kill Rock Stars

-- J. Scavo, MySpace Records

-- Derek Sivers, CD Baby

-- Jeremy Welt, Warner Brothers

About The Recording Academy:

Established in 1957, The Recording Academy is an organization of
musicians, producers, engineers and recording professionals that is
dedicated to improving the cultural condition and quality of life for
music and its makers. Internationally known for the GRAMMY Awards --
the preeminent peer-recognized award for musical excellence and the
most credible brand in music -- The Recording Academy is responsible
for groundbreaking professional development, cultural enrichment,
advocacy, education and human services programs. In its 50th year, The
Academy continues to focus on its mission of recognizing musical
excellence, advocating for the well-being of music makers and ensuring
music remains an indelible part of our culture. The Recording Academy
Pacific Northwest Chapter, founded in 1997, works closely with local
music organizations to support the region's flourishing arts community
and collaborates with regional technology corporations at the
forefront of the digital age. It represents music industry
professionals from Alaska, Idaho, Hawaii, Montana, Oregon and
Washington. For more information about The Academy or the Chapter,
please visit www.grammy.com.

(a)Note: Additional panelists to be confirmed at a later date.
Please check back http://grammypnw.com/ for details.

Event Contact:
The Recording Academy Pacific NW Chapter
Ben London, 206-834-1000
benl@grammy.com
or
Media Contact:
Edelman
Kristi Jutras, 206-268-2259
kristi.jutras@edelman.com
or
The Recording Academy
Lourdes Lopez, 310-392-3777
LourdesL@grammy.com

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