Reconnect returned to Bro for its fourth edition (3-5.10.2024) connecting different kinds of artists, music professionals, and those who are just starting in the music business. The conference’s full international part was under HEMI`s curation and supervision. The whole conference was launched with a HEMI reception and the conference program included the following HEMI related panels.

 

Clash Of Titans. : digitally linked panel to SoAlive conference Sofia, where part of the speakers were in Brno, and part of them in Sofia. Topic on the current issues of artist circulation. Speakers incl. HEMI partners , EXIT, and PIN

14.00-14.50 Clash of the Titans (ENG)

How to get on the stage? Will I be lead there by the manager, promoter or club dramaturg?

Facilitator: Gordon Mason (UK)

Panelists: Darren-James Thomas (UK), Katja Thalerová (SK), Balazs Varga (HU), David Strobach
SoAlive panelists (online): Gordon Mason (UK), Dragan Ambrozic (SRB), Login Kočiški (MK)

 

 

Music on the spotlight: With Supervisors and sync agents on possibilities of the CEE region. Speakers : Lucie Janatkova, Patrycja Bukowska, Andra Vasile, moderated by our one and only Steven Farris- also as a link to HEMI

16.00-16.50 Music in the Spotlight (ENG)

Sync is the new goldrush, but very few knows how to be effective on that fields. We are looking at international and regional sync possibilities while giving you tricks what to be aware of possible pitfalls.

Facilitator: Steven Farris (UK)

Panelists: Patrycja Bukowska (PL), Lucie Janečková, Andra Vasile (RO)

 

Road to Wembley

15.00-15.50 On the road to Wembley (ENG)

I met them on the street, and together we reached the top.

Facilitator:  Márton Náray
Panelists: Ben Yonas (USA)

 

 

Workshops on Cryptomusica, and Viberate

11.00-11.50 Data mining, crypto earning (ENG)

Are statistics really boring, even if they will guide you towards success and a better looking bank account? We are looking at Viberate to track your music`s presence, and Arnold Travieso from Crypto Musica Records, which is one of the most effective WEB3 label. What is WEB3? Join in and find out.
Facilitator: Márton Naray

Panelists: Miha Prebil (SLO), Arnold Travieso (E)

We are super excited to announce the 6 selected projects & ideas for the HEMI Incubator grant support 2024.

After 6 productive months of training and networking, our grants committee has voted the 3 projects of stream 1 & and the 3 projects of stream 2 with the highest potential of development within the music industry.

The winning projects enjoyed access to one-on-one mentoring and coaching sessions from top European music industry professionals, as well as online and offline workshops and optimized their ideas with new knowledge and entrepreneurial skills.

19 HEMI Incubator experts and mentors supported the beneficiaries in the development of their innovative ideas, services and products.

The 6 winning ideas and projects of HEMI Incubator cover a great variety of topics within the music sector, providing innovative solutions to foster social change, diversity, sustainability and creativity in an evolving industry where art, science, and business converge.

Meet the 6 winners and find out more about their groundbreaking projects and ideas!

3 winners of Stream 1:

Magic Of Songwriting App

Representative: Hugo Maya

NaNaNa Records

Representatives: Anna Regina Kalk, Kristjan-Robert Rebane

Under The SHE Records

Representative: Maria Tiaka

3 winners of Stream 2:

AuralHorizon Innovations

Representative: Mauricio Valdés San Emeterio

Jazz Events Live

Representative: Paul Koch

Music Business Academy

Representative: Marie Zhorova

 

The latest edition of Mastering the Music Business (MMB) was a massive success, with hundreds of delegates and numerous Romanian and international music industry professionals coming together in Bucharest from September 3rd to September 5th, 2024. This year’s MMB provided an incredible opportunity for music enthusiasts, artists, and industry experts to connect, learn, and engage directly.

For this year’s edition, together with our Romanian partner, HEMI organized the “Hemi Power Breakfast” Event, in which different HEMI partners got to be together networking and enjoying the poetic art of Kryssopher.

Adding to the excitement, the incredibly talented HMA 2024 finalist, Freakin’ Disco from Hungary, delivered a mesmerizing live performance that thrilled the audience. The energy and passion at this year’s MMB were truly inspiring, and it was a fantastic experience for everyone involved!

 

More details on: https://www.masteringthemusicbusiness.ro

Music Tech Europe Academy announced the opening of its application process for the second edition of its acceleration programme, to support forward-thinking European startups, SMEs and projects within the music technology sector. This opportunity offers access to top-tier resources, mentorship and networking, fostering synergies between participants and investors, through a flexible training scheme through online mentorship and in-site workshops.

Following a successful first round, the 2024 programme at Music Tech Europe Academy will support 10 startups to grow their businesses. This year, the programme will cover topics like music and AI, ESG strategies, Music Licensing, PR and Communication, budgeting and sales.

HEMI is a key partner to the program, which also includes Universal Music Group, Music Ally, , LIFT99, INNOVATHENS, Music Tech Europe and Orfium. Over a 28-week period, the initiative will offer customised workshops and Ask Me Anything Sessions, alongside personalised one2one mentoring from experts in the entertainment and advanced technology industry.

 

Programme Highlights: 

Mentorship and Guidance: Startups will benefit from the expertise of top-notch mentors who have a proven track record in the music and tech industries.

Networking Opportunities: Participants will engage with a vibrant community of music professionals and tech innovators, fostering synergies and partnerships.

Resource Access: The programme provides startups with the tools and resources necessary to scale their innovations and succeed in the competitive music tech landscape.

Mentorship from Industry Experts: 

Participants will benefit from the expertise of industry leaders, including Georgia Taglietti, recognised for her contributions to global music festivals; Yvan Boudillet, MusicTech Expert; Vienna Eleuteri, Sustainability and Regenerative Development Senior Advisor; Turo Pekari Innovation and Business Developer, Music Finland; Damiano Picci, CEO and Studio Director, Velvet Flare.

As we open the call for new EU-based startups in Berlin, we invite visionary entrepreneurs to join us in this transformative journey.

 

Aplication Details: 

The call for applications is now open for EU only startups and will close on October 13th, 2024. Interested startups can find more information and apply through the Music Tech Europe Academy website.

For more information on the application process and programme details, please visit our website

About Music Tech Europe Academy 

Music Tech Europe Academy is a leading acceleration programme dedicated to fostering innovation and growth in the music-tech industry. By providing startups with mentorship, resources, and a collaborative workspace, MTEA aims to transform the European music scene through sustainable and market-driven tech solutions.

 

MTE Academy is co-funded by the Creative Europe Programme of The European Union and is coordinated by Music Innovation Hub (Italy), in partnership with Media Deals (Germany), Technoport (Luxemburg), Meso Events (Greece) and Barcelona Music Tech Hub (Spain).

In its ongoing effort to support and promote musical talent across the Balkans and East Europe in general, ΗΕΜΙ had the opportunity to assist four talented artists at the EXIT Festival in Novi Sad. This event provided a valuable platform for showcasing emerging artists and allowed them to connect with a diverse audience and network with industry professionals. Astrid and The Scandals, Keni nije mrtav, Lufthansa and Musspell are all HMA finalists and they had the chance to play live in this historic festival.

As part of the HEMI project promotion, a sticker “HEMI MUSIC AWARDS” was created and made available for posting on Instagram Stories.

Last but not least, at the EXIT Foundation zone, HEMI was also part of the CREATE initiative.

Once again Wianki w Krakowie was held in the wonderful city of Krakow for two days, 22 and 23 June. Apart from activities and workshops linked to the cultural heritage of the city and the connection with local communities, the festival hosted talks on the revitalization of post-industrial through music and culture – Maria Florou participated as a member of Technopolis, lead partner of the HEMI program – the relationship between artists and music venues and the promotion of new venues in cities, among others.

HEMI had a strong presence in the live program of the festival with Astrid- and Freakin’ Disco giving two amazing concerts, fascinating the large audience that had gathered on the stage by the river.