BeatStars Summit, an educational track at the A3C Conference, which focuses on empowering producers and beatmakers to become entrepreneurs and create new revenue streams.
Connect with hip-hop's biggest producers: A-Trak, BANGLADESH, Dallas Austin, Bryan-Michael Cox, Don Cannon, DJ Toomp, FKi 1st, Childish Major, Sonny Digital, 30roc, STREETRUNNER, Focus..., Fuse [808 Mafia], Black Metaphor, Needlz, Major Seven, ChouphouZe, Nonstop Da Hitman, Kareem Knight, M. Stacks, Dreamlife, Izze The Producer, Smitti Boi, Versatile Traxx, WLPWR and M16.
Workshops from Serato Sample, Akai & Native Instruments.
The BeatStars Summit takes place at the Loudermilk Center from October 4-6 and is accessible with an Executive, A3C or Conference pass.
- Wed, Oct 4 -
How to Make Money Selling Beats Online (12:00 PM to 1:00 PM)
DJ Pain 1, The Cratez, Dylan Graham, Dreamlife
This panel features some of BeatStars' top performing producers. They will break down some of the key elements when approaching selling beats online and what it takes to build a successful business. They will cover everything from content release scheduling, advertising, social media marketing and the importance of building a brand.
Live Beat Making (2:00 PM to 3:00 PM)
STREETRUNNER , Ryan Haslam, Henny Tha Bizness
These super producers will be making a new beat in front of a live audience and take us through their creative process.
Native Sessions Masterclass (3:15 PM to 3:45 PM)
A quality workshop led by NIs very own Product Specialists focusing on current features and products are part of what makes each session a unique learning space. Native Sessions is presented by NI so all the latest tips and techniques come right from the people who live and breathe Native Instruments gear.
Producer Feedback Live (4:00 PM to 5:00 PM)
DJ Pain 1, Christopher Patterson, Beestroh Manteca, Sal Dali
Come 30 minutes early and sign up on the spot. Producers can plug in and play a beat in front of a live audience and industry experts. Producers will get feedback on the spot.
Beat Pitch w/ Kodie Shane (6:30 PM to 7:00 PM)
Kodie Shane Come ready to plug in and play your best beat for Kodie Shane and her team. You'll only have 1 minute to impress, but you'll get feedback right on the spot! Kodie Shane is also performing at the A3C Festival on Fool's Gold DAY OFF with A-Trak, DJ Drama & Don Cannon, Rich Homie Quan, Michael Christmass, Project Pat, Kap G, Zaytoven, Smino, Maxo Kream, Wifisfuneral, Hoodrich Pablo Juan, ManMan Savage, Nick Catchdubs, Kittens, Madeaux and special guest to be announced.
- Thurs, Oct 5 -
How to Make Money Selling Beats Online (11:30 AM to 12:30 PM)
DJ Pain 1, The Cratez, Kato On The Track
This panel features some of BeatStars' top performing producers. They will break down some of the key elements when approaching selling beats online and what it takes to build a successful business. They will cover everything from content release scheduling, advertising, social media marketing and the importance of building a brand.
BeatStars 2.0 Exclusive Demo (12:30 PM to 1:00 PM)
Abe Batshon
Join BeatStars CEO Abe Batshon as he unveils the newest game changing BeatStars technology exclusively to the attendees at A3C.
Zaytoven Keys Kamp (1:30 PM to 4:30 PM)
Dj Showtime, Roland "Ro" Williams, Dj RootsQueen, Dj Julz, Dj Jordy, Dj New Era, Dj Nicki Nice, Dj K.O. , DJ ImNit, DJ Illy Jay, Zaytoven, DJ Shawt, DJ Savvy, DJ Nubian, Tamiko Hope, Al Nuke, DJ TeeOH
Zaytoven Keys Kamp is designed to give emerging producers & artists insight & resourceful information in the world of music & entertainment by tapping industry professionals with proven track records. Our goal is to educate & inspire those people who are serious about their careers & are ready to elevate to the next level.
Down The Beat with DJ Toomp (5:00 PM to 6:00 PM)
Byron Wright, DJ Toomp
DJ Toomp is a legendary ATL producer. His discography includes dozens of hits with T.I., Jeezy, T-Pain, Akon, Jay Z, Kanye West, and many more. Toomp helped create the Atlanta sound and was instrumental (no pun intended) in putting the city on the map. DJ Toomp will be at breaking down some of his biggest hits and walking us through his creative process behind some of hip-hop's most memorable anthems.
Serato Sample Workshop (6:30 PM to 7:30 PM)
OP MIller, Derrick de Mayo
Serato Sample is a powerful and intuitive new Sampler plugin for producers that allows you to quickly find, chop, key shift and time-stretch samples.It has the world-famous Pitch'n Time algorithm built-in, giving you the best time-stretching quality on the market. Come ready to learn from Serato Sample specialists.
Making Waves: Placing Beats, Producing Hits & Making Money (8:00 PM to 9:00 PM)
DJ Pain 1, STREETRUNNER , Go Grizzly , White Dave
Learn how to navigate the business from these successful producers.Whats the best way to placing beats with artists?How do you get a hit song? Where is the money coming from?
- Fri, Oct 6 -
How to Make Money Selling Kits Online (11:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
DJ Pain 1, TrellGotWings, Polo Boy Shawty
This panel features some of BeatStars' top performing producers. They will break down some of the key elements when approaching selling beats online and what it takes to build a successful business. They will cover everything from content release scheduling, advertising, social media marketing and the importance of building a brand.
Producer Feedback Live (1:00 PM to 2:00 PM)
Greg Smith, DJ Pain 1, DJ NABS, Roland "Ro" Williams, Edsclusive, Dj RootsQueen
Come 30 minutes early and sign up on the spot. Producers can plug in and play a beat in front of a live audience and industry experts. Producers will get feedback on the spot.
Live Beat Making (3:00 PM to 4:00 PM)
Samuel '30roc 'Gloade, Ryan Haslam, Childish Major
These super producers will be making a new beat in front of a live audience and take us through their creative process.
Using Social Media To Sell Beats (5:00 PM to 6:00 PM)
Mike Trampe, Kato On The Track, CashMoneyAp
Social media has become the #1 tool to engage with fans. Learn from producers and social media experts that are using social media to make money selling beats.
MPC Live Workshop (6:30 PM to 7:30 PM)
Booker Edwards
Akai Professional made huge waves worldwide this year with the announcement of the MPC Live. A portable powerhouse, the battery-operated MPC Live is equally at home in the studio or on stage. Our MPC Product Specialist Booker Edwards will show you how to make beats anywhere inspiration strikes using MPC Live.
MPC X Workshop (7:30 PM to 8:30 PM)
Booker Edwards
Akai Professional made huge waves worldwide this year with the announcement of the MPC X. The new studio classic, the MPC X represents the most powerful music production centerpiece created to date. Our MPC Product Specialist Booker Edwards will show you how to use the MPC X to make beats, record audio tracks, control analog gear using CV/Gate functionality and more.
-Sat, Oct 7 -
[istandard] presents The Trakhouse (5:30pm to 2:00am)
@ Delightful Eatz (421 Edgewood Ave SE)
'The Trakhouse' will present dope experiences for songwriters, artists, producers and creators alike in the form of interactive workshops, live interviews, gameshows, as well as the word famous istandard producer show & iwrite songwriter showcase, the Kaotica Beats & Bars lounge and the celebrity producer #plugplugpass.
