Black Market Records GM Kim Bush Meets Virgin Records President Jaqueline At Music Biz Conference

By Isaac Tugume

The General Manager of Black Market Records, Kim Bush, had an eventful time during this year’s Music Biz Conference, which was held in Nashville, Tennessee, USA, from May 13^th -16th, 2024, where she met several executives of leading record labels, among them Jaqueline Saturn, the President, Virgin Records.   

During the Conference, Bush engaged in a fruitful interaction with Lauren and other members of Virgin Records, which aimed at strengthening the working relationship between Virgin Records and Black Market Records.

Speaking to this Website about the event, Bush said that; “I went to Nashville TN for the Music Biz Conference 2024. The Music Biz conference is an annual event that brings together professionals from various sectors of the music industry to discuss current trends, challenges, and opportunities. It serves as a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and exploring the latest developments in the business of music.”

Besides her interaction with Team Virgin Records, however, Bush also held strategic business meetings with Chief Executives of various record labels in America and other countries, plus other key stakeholders in the music industry.

Some of the notable individuals she met at the conference include; Ayla Eubanks from Apple Music, Lorena Garcia & Team from Roc Nation, Todd Young from The ConneXtion, Kevin Modry (Unified Music Group), and Drew from Beat Group, among others.

It should be noted that the main topics covered at the Music Biz Conference often include digital distribution, streaming services, marketing strategies, copyright issues, artist development, emerging technologies, data analytics, and the evolving role of record labels and music publishers in the digital age.

The attendees typically include artists, managers, record label executives, music publishers, distributors, technology companies, marketers, lawyers, and other people involved in the music ecosystem.

The conference features panel discussions, keynote speeches, workshops, showcases, and networking events aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation within the industry.

Overall, the Music Biz Conference provides a valuable opportunity for music industry professionals to stay informed about industry trends, connect with peers, discover new talent, and gain insights that can help them navigate and succeed in an ever-changing landscape.

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