Waves Conference 2020
The conference program addresses the challenges for the music industry triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic in a variety of ways.
International experts from the music industry will share their experiences on panels and the umbrella organization of the European Music Export Agencies EMEE will host a discussion with political decision makers and organizations on the future of the European music sector.
In addition, alternative sources of income and innovative ways of communicating and disseminating content will be explored in workshops and presentations.
For example, Bandcamp, a service that has been able to make positive headlines through effective support actions for artists and labels, will hold a webinar.
The Vienna Club Commission and the local indie label association VTMÖ are inviting everyone to discussions about coordinated support measures for clubs and promoters and fair payment on streaming portals.
This year’s host countries UK and Ukraine will present their music scenes and markets, and special networking sessions will provide an opportunity to establish contacts with important industry representatives from both countries. A workshop will explain the expected effects of Brexit on the cooperation with the UK.
Feedback Listening Sessions and numerous viral networking formats complement the future-oriented program.
