MMF CANADA ONLINE | REAL TALK SERIES: Exploring Revenue Avenues in Music
May
15
1:00 PM13:00

MMF CANADA ONLINE | REAL TALK SERIES: Exploring Revenue Avenues in Music

 MMF Canada Online | REAL TALK SERIES: Exploring Revenue Avenues in Music

Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Online on the REMO platform
Panel: 1PM to 2PM ET
Networking: Between 2PM and 3PM ET


Free for Members
$30 for Non-Members

Join us for an engaging panel and networking mixer to discuss embracing different avenues of revenue in order to sustain ourselves as music industry professionals and artists. Learn from our panelists who have carved out ways to expand their skill sets and network through their numerous roles. We will hear their insights on the realities, challenges, and enjoyment of wearing so many hats in this day and age.

SPEAKERS:

  • Label Manager, Musician, Producer, Marketer and Director

    Bee Ramesh, aka Eboshi, is a director, producer, marketing strategist, and multidisciplinary artist. Bee is one half of the experimental hip-hop group, Cartel Madras, and a founding member of interdisciplinary art and production house, FOREIGNERZ. She is passionate about platforming artists and developing their brand so they can share their stories with authenticity. 

    Signed to Sub Pop Records in 2019, Bee has toured North America and Europe, performing in major festivals; SXSW, Reeperbahn, Pop-Kultur Berlin, and Barcelona Acció Musical (BAM). Cartel Madras has been featured in Billboard, GQ India, and NME and has had their music in the soundtracks of Hulu's "Shrill", EA Games FC24 and UFC4, and Netflix's "Trinkets". Bee has also hosted many notable events such as Boiler Room Toronto, The Otherworld: A Fashion Experience, She Rocks - a South Asian Women in Music Showcase, and the 2023 Calgary Pride Gala. FRNRZ Media is currently developing a new scripted series.

    At Birthday Cake Records, Bee works on the label side for marketing, sales, publicity and PR. Developing unique approaches for release rollout, social media, and running internal publicity. At Birthday Cake, a love of music fuels everything we do. We cultivate and champion music careers guided by integrity, compassion, and perseverance. Some of our artists include The Bros. Landreth, Begonia, Field Guide, and Slow Leaves. 

  • Co-founder of FOREIGNERZ Multidisciplinary Art & Production House, Producer, Talent Manager and Strategist

    Eman Safadi is a talent manager based in Calgary, AB. She has a proven track record in corporate business development, nonprofit management and fund development across different continents. As co-founder of FOREIGNERZ, an art and production house, Eman oversees production and operations, leading various film projects and music videos.

    In addition to her work as a manager and co-founder of FOREIGNERZ, Eman is actively involved in the arts community. Eman’s industry leading workshops and panel discussions are hosted by notable Calgary institutions, such as Arts Commons, The GRAND, and Sled Island Music Festival. Her commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in film, music and art making reflect her values and dedication to community service.

  • Project Manager at Secretly Group, Community builder with Imaginary Millions, Corporate Copywriter, Social Media Manager, Radio Presenter with Melatrois and Imaginary Millions Show on Soho Radio

    Joy’s taken the last few years to embed herself in the UK music industry. Currently, if she’s not at a gig or festival, she’s working as a European Project Manager at Secretly Group or building a community with Imaginary Millions. At Secretly Group, she oversees projects for artists such as Jamila Woods, Faye Webster, Baby Rose, MUNA, Khruangbin and more. Within the community at Imaginary Millions she’s able to dig deeper into the grassroots of performers’ careers and ultimately tries to shine a spotlight on everyone’s creativity.

    She also has experience in corporate copywriting, research, social media management, and radio presenting as one third of radio collective, Melatrois, or on the Imaginary Millions show on Soho Radio. All these things and more make up the Joy we see today – your friendly neighbourhood music nerd.

  • Multi-disciplinary Artist, Songwriter, Film Composer, Artistic Director, Educator, Voiceover Artist, Cultural Curator and Energy Healer

    TIKA makes a lasting impression on everyone she encounters and is a strong advocate for female & musicians, artists and creatives. TIKA added film scoring to her repertoire in 2019 after going to the Canadian Film Centre in 2021. To date she has scored 6 short films, 2 cartoon series, 2 feature films and is the 2022 Canadian Academy Award Winner alongside Casey MQ for best original song in the film “Learn To Swim.”

    As a singer, TIKA has opened for major R&B heavyweights like John Legend + NAO and is listed by Complex Magazine as “One of the most prolific creatives in Toronto.” TIKA’s debut album was released in Spring of 2021. Aptly titled “Anywhere But Here,” it serves as a brilliant indication of her unique voice, as well as her distinctive resonance and personality as a developed artist, with many critics internationally hailing “Anywhere But Here” as one of the most powerful releases of 2021. In addition, TIKA was the only Canadian musician to model for Sephora 2 years in a row. 

    While her vocation as an ambassador and creator of music has been well established, her image and sound as a new artist is being unleashed to make a very durable impression in order to gracefully provide what this generation has been missing musically. 2024 will see the relaunch of the artistic side of TIKA and will also see her releasing her sophomore album, “All About Love.”

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MMF CANADA ONLINE: Transcending Boundaries - Exploring the Experiences of Trans Artists and Industry in Music
Apr
3
1:00 PM13:00

MMF CANADA ONLINE: Transcending Boundaries - Exploring the Experiences of Trans Artists and Industry in Music

MMF Canada Online: Transcending Boundaries - Exploring the Experiences of Trans Artists and Industry in Music

WEDNESDAY APRIL 3, 2024 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm ET

(via Zoom)

Join us for this panel discussion sharing and exploring the experiences of trans artists and industry in the music industry.

TICKETS:
Registration is free.
MMF Canada welcomes the attendance of non-members.

SPEAKERS:

Saskhia Menendez (she/her) - Equality and Diversity Researcher & Activist
Saskhia Menendez's story is one of breaking barriers, fostering inclusion, and championing diversity in the music industry. Celebrated for her innovative contributions as an Innovator at Keychange and a Previous Board Member at The F List Music. With over a decade of experience, Saskhia is a LiVE Diversity Expert Panel Member, passionately advocating for improved representation, equity, and inclusion.

As a multi-racial trans woman who transitioned 14 years ago, Saskhia brings a unique perspective to her advocacy efforts, tirelessly working to reshape the music industry landscape. In addition to her impactful work, Saskhia is a devoted parent of two children and is currently in the process of creating brand-new tracks set for release in 2024. Her commitment to academic excellence is evident as she prepares to undertake a PhD in gender equality in music, with a primary focus on trans and non-binary inclusion. She recently completed her MA in Music Marketing in 2021, building upon a musical education that began at the age of 8. She is also the host for the awesome podcast, Music Industry Insights Worldwide, voting member for the Brit Awards and Roll of honour inductee Women in Music, Agent of Change 2024 nominee and Inspirational global diversity role model 2023.

T. Thomason (he/him) - Artist
T. Thomason has captured audiences with high energy, emotional indie pop performances in Canada & beyond since his teenage years. A passionate advocate for queer/trans rights, T. aims to create life affirming, joyful experiences for his community (& everyone else) through music. He approaches songwriting as a commitment to “Say tough things tenderly,” a practice revealing an impressive depth of wisdom, clarity & courage in the young artist. Collaborating with Sarah McLachlan, opening for Carly Rae Jepsen, & touring with Collective Soul are only some highlights of T.’s exciting career to date. Recently signed with Six Shooter Records, 2024 promises to usher in T.’s best work yet.

Satch Satchell (he/him) - Songwriter
Small town born and fled, Joshua ‘SATCH’ Satchell migrated to Brighton to pursue his songwriting career, eventually forming and fronting the band ‘‘Frankie Furlow’, with long time collaborator Will Nash. The project enjoyed early success and performed at major festivals such as Glastonbury, The Great Escape and Reeperbahn and at venues across the UK and Europe, but something was missing.

After coming out as Trans, his voice breaking and the lowering of the keys of many songs, it was time to write some new ones.

With lyrical candor, genre-queer pop arrangements, and a band of talented friends alongside him, SATCH began sharing his story at Pride festivals all over the country, including headlining the first ever trans led stage at Pride in London.

Simultaneously, the devout songsmith was inspired to help others to tell their stories, and started co-writing with artists and producers around the globe, while also interviewing various trans voices on his esteemed podcast ‘Satch and Leo’s Transmission’.

His ground-breaking, autobiographical debut album “Present In The Post'' was released in October 2023. Launched to a packed out Phoenix arts club in London, one music journalist remarked ‘Satch is one of the most impressive new songwriters of this year. He speaks from the heart and stands out from the crowd’.

Sonically connecting with the marginalized, SATCH isn’t a project aiming to change the music industry. SATCH is a project aiming to change the world.

Laura Nagtegaal (she/her) - Tour, Stage & Merch Manager, Guitar & Keys Technician
Laura Nagtegaal is a self-employed tour & stage manager, guitar & keys technician, and merchandise manager with 25+ years experience across the globe. From intimate single digit audiences to headlining in front of 100k+ audiences, Nagtegaal specialises in providing the much-needed safety net for the artist.

SESSION ACCESS

The event will take place online via Zoom. The access link will be emailed to you after registration.


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