The Bank of Me: New Financing Models for New Artists
(Moderator: David Hazan) New artists need seed money to launch. And for generations, that meant getting the blessing of a major label, with all the corporate control that came with it. In a digital economy, there is competition and choice, and plenty of opportunity for artists, rightsholders and managers to find a fair deal. There are companies that will advance against future royalties with no copyright claim. There are “song exchanges” that let fans invest in the next big song. Even advanced web platforms that help artists and rightsholders find “missing” royalties. This panel will look at the new revenue scene and discuss how the playing field has been leveled.
