Places to Go, Things to Do


Well 2008 is slowly slipping away but there's still plenty of time to get out there and learn about the biz. This month there are some pretty cool seminars and festivals to check out:

August

11-14 International DJ Festival
Atlantic City, New Jersey
www.djtimes.com/djexpo/2008

After calling the convention center their home for the past few years, the DJ Expo is moving into the amazing Taj Mahal Hotel and Casino right on the Boardwalk. Sponsored by DJ Times and Testa Communications, this expo will feature specialty panels, lively music, instructional seminars, parties, and mix exhibits. Worth checking out if you're looking for ways to get gigs.
13-19 16th Annual Cutting Edge Music Business Conference
New Orleans, Louisiana
www.cuttingedgemusicbusiness.com

This is a good one so try to get out for it. Every year, this conference brings together established emerging artist and peppers them with industry pros from around the country. This is a success-oriented event. Plenty of opportunities for networking, panel discussions, music listening, trade show and expo, one-on-one consultations with industry pros and instrument clinics, and demonstrations. And, New Orleans is a great place for this one!