Indie Impact will be on Saturday and Sunday, April 1 and 2, and will be followed by the GMA Music Week convention, which is GMA’s annual gathering of more than 3,000 artists, musicians, songwriters, executives, media and others working or involved in the gospel music industry.
“Independent artists working in gospel music in this country greatly outnumber those that have established a career with a major label. The GMA recognizes the unique and valuable role of independent artists in our community and desires to provide them with an opportunity to grow and learn from professionals and from each other. It is our desire to serve all aspects of the gospel music community, so welcome all “indies” and encourage them to take advantage of the resources available to them during GMA Music Week,” said John W. Styll, president of the GMA.
The sessions at Indie Impact will focus on issues faced by artists who are not backed by a major Christian label or distribution company. The program addresses the needs of independent artists looking to be signed as well as artists who choose the independent approach to their careers. Highlights include...
- I Heard It On the Radio – The Reality of How Songs Get on the Air
- Conventional Retail Distribution – The Reality of Getting Your Music in Stores
- Getting Gigs – The Reality of Being Your Own Booking Agent
- Digital Marketing, Promotion & Distribution
- Minding Your Business – How To Establish & Grow Multiple Revenue Streams
Additionally, there are several networking and performance opportunities as well as a unique element to the program: “Reality Checks,” where full-time independent artists will present their stories of finding success as an indie artist.
All information on the Indie Impact program and schedule as well as complete registration information can be found at www.gospelmusic.org or by calling 615-242-0303.
