Pursuing a career in music can be a rough ride sometimes and we know the struggle. That’s why we are bringing in music industry professionals that get it and will give you their certified tips and tricks on how to take care of yourself when things get tough.

From beat boxing to recording instruments in a studio to having it all inside of a laptop, it's the beat that gives a song life. Learn exactly what elements make a hit record, and how you as an independent producer can leverage your skills to build your own clientele.

Did you know that, over the last decade, womxn only accounted for 2.8% of the producers and 12.7% of the songwriters on the Billboard Hot 100 Year-End Chart? (NPR) If you're reading this, you most likely are working to change this current reality - to make the music industry more accessible and inclusive. So many of our favorite songs are, in fact, created by talented womxn - and they definitely should receive more recognition!

What's the first step to producing your favorite songs? Making the beat! The beat is the heart of a song - it's what keeps it moving forward. Beatmakers (and music producers alike) are quintessential to the creation of today's top hits, the one's everyone has on repeat when they drop.

This weekend, we'll get to hear from four beatmakers and music producers about how they produce new, catchy rhythms using their own unique ways. We'll learn the breakdown of a beat, the tools and equipment they use, and ways they put their beats out into the world.

The traditional “blueprint” to becoming successful in the music industry is becoming more & more outdated - the possibilities for entrepreneurship have expanded and artists don’t have to be pigeonholed into one lane. From content creation, to educational products, to brand partnerships, there are now endless ways to monetize your brand.

We'll be joined by Jay Manuel, aka Mini Producer, who has found success in multiple pursuits including music production, acting, & influencer content creation.

Okay so you've got your song written, music produced, recorded your songs and have everything together when it comes to your craft. So what's next for you? It's time to get a manager. Often times independent artists don't know where to start when it comes to finding the manager that is right for them and they don't know where to start to begin researching the matter. It is crucial to your music career to find a manager that is compatible with you on all levels.