1. The Music and Industry Awards Brunch has Sold Out!

The Music and Industry Awards Brunch on Sunday, November 7th has completely sold out. If you have purchased a ticket, they can be picked up at registration. If you are nominated for any of the following awards, they are being presented at the Gala Awards, not at the brunch:

 Album of the Year
 Bell Aliant Entertainer of the Year
 Female Artist Recording of the Year
 Group Recording of the Year
Male Artist Recording of the Year
Music Video/DVD of the Year
 New Artist of the Year
 SOCAN Songwriter of the Year 2. Tickets for the Gala Awards Show, Songwriters Circle, and Wintersleep

If you are nominated for one of the eight awards given out at the gala (see list above), you or your band is entitled to one complimentary ticket. The opportunity to purchase additional tickets seated next to this complimentary ticket has closed.
 
Please don’t forget to purchase your tickets for the Bluebird North Songwriters Circle (Songs and Stories), and Wintersleep as these shows are not included with any delegate pass or wristband.

Tickets for the Gala Awards Show, the Songwriters Circle and Wintersleep are still available for purchase on site at registration, online at ticketpro.ca, via phone 1-888-311-9090 or in person at any Ticketpro outlet including:

City Drug Store – 369 Main St., Yarmouth, NS  (902) 742-3579
Saulnierville Pharmacy – 9999 Highway #1, Saulnierville, NS  (902) 769-0893

3. Discounted delegate passes for artists who submitted to showcase

If you applied to showcase for Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week 2010 but where not selected, you are entitled to a discounted delegate pass for $54.00. Discounted delegate passes can only be purchased through Music Nova Scotia’s Finance Administrator, Lisa Stitt, by calling (902) 423-6271 ext. 7. 

Nominees and performers are entitled to a complimentary delegate pass, and Music Nova Scotia needs to know if you are planning to attend. If you have not already done so, please contact Colleen MacIsaac at colleen@musicnovascotia.ca to register so your pass can be prepared for you in advance and ready for pickup at registration.

4. Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week delegates please take note of the following change in conference programming:

Keynote presenter Peter Jenner (Sincere Management) will not be attending due to personal reasons. In his place, Mathew Daniel (R2G China) will be the subject of a keynote interview hosted by Steve Mayall from Music Ally. The keynote interview will address the new economics of the music industry and provide first hand information on the development of the industry in China. This change in programming does not affect the schedule and will take place on Saturday, November 6 at 10:00 AM at the Rodd Grand Yarmouth.

Do find out more about Mathew Daniel and all of our visiting buyers and conference guests please go to http://www.musicnovascotia.ca/nsmw-buyers.

5. Showcase Performance Replacement

There have been some slight changes in the showcase lineup due to conflicting schedules. Please note the following changes:

Nominee and showcasing artist Kim Dunn will be replacing Steven MacDougall at the Music and Industry Awards brunch on Sunday, November 7.

Dwayne Côté and Duane Andrews will be replacing Brian Baker at Th’Yarc on Saturday at 8:00pm.

The Grass will be replacing Dwight Deon at Dooly’s at 10:15pm on Saturday.

6. How to play the Late Night Suite

Every year, Music Nova Scotia hosts a coveted late night suite in the host hotel during Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week. Bands will be programmed to play the night away in the Rodd Grand after official showcases have ended. The only question is “How do I get my band on that stage?”

Every morning between the hours of 9AM and 11AM, a ballot box will be set up inside The New Music Experience educational conference on Friday and Saturday. Simply fill out a ballot and enter the name of your band. At 11PM the names will be collected and a lineup will be posted in the hallway outside of the conference.
 
The late night signup is only available to those who attend the conference, and there are no guarantees your band will be scheduled. In the words of Jonny Stevens, “You need to soar with the eagles if you want to hoot with the owls”. Or as Scott Long says, “If you want to hoot with the owls, you need to eat MacDonald’s for lunch.”

1. Only 32 tickets left for the Music and Industry Awards Brunch

The Music and Industry Awards Brunch is almost sold out so nominees are encouraged to purchase their discounted tickets ASAP. Additional tickets can be purchased online at www.ticketpro.ca. There is a limited capacity and nominees who do not purchase their tickets in advance will not have tickets held for them.

All awards are given out at the brunch with the exception of the following awards, which are distributed at the Gala Awards Show:

Album of the Year
Bell Aliant Entertainer of the Year
Female Artist Recording of the Year
Group Recording of the Year
Male Artist Recording of the Year
Music Video/DVD of the Year
New Artist of the Year
SOCAN Songwriter of the Year

If you are a nominee, you must purchase your discounted brunch ticket ($9.99) through Lisa Stitt in the office by calling 902-423-6271 ext. 7. Tickets for the brunch will not be available for purchase in Yarmouth.

2. Tickets for the Gala Awards Show

If you are nominated for one of the eight awards given out at the gala (see list above), you or your band is entitled to one complimentary ticket. The opportunity to purchase additional tickets seated next to this complimentary ticket has closed. 
 
Tickets for the Gala Awards Show outside of the nominee block are still available online at ticketpro.ca, via phone 1-888-311-9090 or in person at any Ticketpro outlet including:

City Drug Store – 369 Main St., Yarmouth, NS  (902) 742-3579
Saulnierville Pharmacy – 9999 Highway #1, Saulnierville, NS  (902) 769-0893

3. Discounted delegate passes for artists who submitted to showcase

If you applied to showcase for Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week 2010 but where not selected, you are entitled to a discounted delegate pass for $54.00. Discounted delegate passes can only be purchased through Music Nova Scotia’s Finance Administrator, Lisa Stitt, by calling (902) 423-6271 ext. 7. 

Nominees and performers are entitled to a complimentary delegate pass, and Music Nova Scotia needs to know if you are planning to attend. If you have not already done so, please contact Colleen MacIsaac at colleen@musicnovascotia.ca to register so your pass can be prepared for you in advance and ready for pickup at registration.

4. Ticketed events – Gala Awards, Awards Brunch, Songwriters Circle, Wintersleep

Please don’t forget to purchase your tickets for the Gala Awards Show, the Music and Industry Awards Brunch, the Bluebird North Songwriters Circle (Songs and Stories), and Wintersleep as these shows are not included with your delegate pass or wristband. As previously mentioned, the only exceptions are the discounts offered to those nominated for awards being given out at the brunch or the Gala Awards Show.

All other delegates needs to purchase tickets for these events, which can be done online through Ticketpro at http://ww3.ticketpro.ca/groups.php?id=71.

5. 24 hour shuttle service

Music Nova Scotia and the Yarmouth Host Committee are pleased to announce that this year’s shuttle service will be running 24 hours a day! Shuttle pick up/drop off stations will be located at The Rodd Grand Yarmouth, The Rodd Colony, The Best Western, The Comfort Inn, Rudder’s, Dooly’s, Th’YARC, and The Mariners Centre. The shuttles will be circulating on a designated route, where delegates can be picked up and dropped off along the way.

6. Show some hotel love

Music Nova Scotia wants to kindly remind all delegates that The Rodd Grand Yarmouth and The Rodd Colony have been extremely generous and accommodating with their establishments, so it is important that we show them the highest level of respect. Music Nova Scotia and The Rodd want everyone to have a fun, safe time, but please be gracious and refrain from damaging the property or abusing your privileges. We appreciate your cooperation with this matter, and together we can make Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week 2010 the best festival and conference yet.

For more information about Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week, visit www.musicnovascotia.ca, and to purchase delegate passes, gala tickets,

After 13 years of performing, this nine piece ensemble has become Halifax’s premier dance band. With a saxophone hanging from his neck strap, Jeffery Mosher leads an amazing ensemble, which includes Ian Mosher, Jody Lyne, Brad Conrad, Mike Farrington, Lil Thomas, Eric Landry, Damien Moynihan and Rob Crowell. These musicians have been developing their natural talents since a young age, giving them the confidence and charisma to wow their audience and get the crowd moving. Fully equipped with a four piece horn section, they perform the dance classics the way they were intended.

The band members are in high demand both as recording artists and performing artists with a variety of groups, including Garrett Mason, Matt Mays, The Metric System, Nathan Wiley, Asia and Nu Gruv, Chris Denny, Adam Puddington, and many others. They have also shared the stage with celebrities like Dan Akroyd, David Foster and Nathan East. Any Halifax local will tell you, The Mellotones are the best dance band in town!

For more information on the Mellotones, visit www.LimeLightGroup.com/mellotones.

The closing reception is open to all delegates, partners, Host Commnumity Event Committee, VIP’s and volunteers. Late night bar service will be provided.

For more information about Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week or to purchase your delegate pass, visit www.musicnovascotia.ca

1. How to play the Late Night Suite

Every year, Music Nova Scotia hosts a coveted late night suite in the host hotel during Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week. Bands will be programmed to play the night away in the Rodd Grand after official showcases have ended. The only question is “How do I get my band on that stage?”

Every morning between the hours of 9AM and 11AM, a ballot box will be set up inside The New Music Experience educational conference on Friday and Saturday. Simply fill out a ballot and enter the name of your band. At 12:00 PM the names will be collected and a lineup will be posted in the hallway outside of the conference.
 
The late night signup is only available to those who attend the conference, and there are no guarantees your band will be scheduled. If you are going to hoot with the owls you need to soar with the eagles. Get out of bed, attend the conference, and sign up to play Late Night.

2. Delegate USB Sticks – LAST DAY FOR SUBMISSIONS

Music Nova Scotia is continuing to strive for a GREEN Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week by once again offering branded USB sticks in our delegate packages. These USB sticks will be filled with music, video, promotional coupons, advertisements and other useful information. Put directly into the hands of over 600 producers, promoters, musicians and other industry professionals, they will replace physical products that would otherwise be printed on paper or CD. This will save you time and production costs, while delivering your message in an innovative and environmentally friendly way. You will also be given the opportunity to submit a URL to your website, for no additional charge. Each submission will be on every USB stick.

Prices for MNS members:
5 MB   - $10.00 (plus tax)
10 MB - $15.00 (plus tax)
20 MB - $20.00 (plus tax)
21-50 MB - $40.00 (plus tax)

Prices for non-MNS members:
5 MB   - $25.00 (plus tax) 
10 MB - $37.50 (plus tax)
20 MB - $50.00 (plus tax)
21-50 MB - $100.00 (plus tax)

Payment is available through Visa, Mastercard, debit, cash or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to Music Nova Scotia. All payment must be received no later than 5PM on Wednesday, Oct 20th, 2010. Any submission that has not been paid for by 5PM on Oct 20th, 2010 will not be included on the USB stick.

Important file labeling and sending instructions:

-If you wish to submit a URL to your website please include it in the text of your email under the heading: “USB Stick URL Submission”.
-All USB submission emails or links must be clearly indicated as such in the subject line.
-All files must be in one of the following formats: MP3, PDF, JPG, or AVI. Music files will only be accepted from current Music Nova Scotia members.
-MP3 files must be encoded at a minimum of 192kbps
-MP3 files must labeled “Artist Name – Song Name” and contain ID3 tags with the same formatting.
-Video files must not exceed 50 MB and must be labeled “Artist Name – Song Name”.
-If you are submitting over 10 MB of material you must send it via www.yousendit.com and include the link to your submission under text reading “Link to USB submission”

It is extremely important that all files are labeled according to the above specifications and emailed as an attachment to dwayne@musicnovascotia.ca or via www.yousendit.com no later than 5PM on Oct. 20th, 2010.

**If files are received correctly, you will receive a confirmation email.  If you do not receive a confirmation email by October 20th, 2010, your file has not been received.**

3. SpinCount Music and Music Nova Scotia offer educational conference incentive

SpinCount Music and Promotions and Music Nova Scotia partner to give The New Music Experience educational conference attendees a chance to win free DMDS uploads to radio and video destinations.

SpinCount Music and Promotions is offering two prizes for the SpinCount/DMDS contest, which consist of the following:

• Grand Prize Winner:  Release / distribution to radio PLUS video distribution via DMDS (to 50 stations  for radio and to 3 destinations for video*) 

• Runner Up:  Release / distribution to radio via DMDS to 30 stations.

• SpinCount will advise & assist both winners and will specifically select the radio destinations in order to maximize the potential at radio.

The total value of this package is $1100.00.

The contest is only open to those who attend The New Music Experience educational conference. On Friday and Saturday a ballot box will be set up inside the doors of the conference for bands and individuals to enter their name into the draw. Winners will be drawn and announced at the educational conference on Saturday and prizes will be awarded to winners who are present to accept in person. If the winning band or individual is not there to claim their prize, a new name will be drawn.

Awards are non-transferable, and are subject to scheduling by SpinCount and are valid until May 7, 2011.  Details & stations are at the discretion of SpinCount - Distribution to radio by SpinCount in partnership with DMDS.  *Video MUST meet broadcast requirements & instructions, which will be provided to the winner.

4. Discounted delegate passes for artists who submitted to showcase

If you applied to showcase for Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week 2010 but where not selected, you are entitled to a discounted delegate pass for $50.00. Discounted delegate passes can only be purchased through Music Nova Scotia’s Finance Administrator, Lisa Stitt, by calling 902-423-6271 ext. 7. 

If you have been nominated for a Music and Industry Award, it is important to RSVP to registration as soon as possible. Nominees are entitled to complimentary delegate passes and discounted tickets that must be handled through the office. Music Nova Scotia needs to know if you are planning to attend, so please contact Colleen MacIsaac at colleen@musicnovascotia.ca to register, and contact Lisa Stitt at lisa@musicnovascotia.ca or 902- 423-6271 ext. 7 to purchase discounted brunch and Gala Award tickets.

Please note: The Music and Industry Awards Brunch will sell out so nominees are encouraged to purchase their discounted and full price tickets ASAP. There is a limited capacity and nominees who do not purchase their tickets in advance will be unable to attend. Also note the Gala Awards Show is assigned seating so multiple tickets must be purchased at the same time. If you are nominated for an award given out at the Gala Awards Show, you are entitled to one complimentary ticket. Any additional tickets must be purchased through Lisa by October 25, 2010 at 12PM in order to have those tickets seated next to your complimentary seat. Anyone who does not purchase additional tickets by this date will have one seat assigned to them without the option to move.
 
Festival wristbands have sold out! Delegate passes and tickets for the Gala Awards Show, the Music and Industry Awards Brunch, Wintersleep, and the Bluebird North Songwriters Circle (Songs and Stories) are available online at ticketpro.ca, via phone 1-888-311-9090 or in person at any Ticketpro outlet including:

City Drug Store – 369 Main St., Yarmouth, NS  (902) 742-3579
Saulnierville Pharmacy – 9999 Highway #1, Saulnierville, NS  (902) 769-0893

5. Merch at Music Week!

Hey showcasing bands: bring your merch! At every venue for every showcase, volunteers have been lined up to sell your band merchandise. All you need to do is bring your merch to the venue and sign it in before your set, and then sign it out and take your money and merch when you leave for the night. Music Nova Scotia views merch as a valuable part of branding and promotion, and we are encouraging you to feel the same way. Set an example and lead the merch train!

For more information about Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week, visit www.musicnovascotia.ca.

1. SpinCount Music and Music Nova Scotia offer educational conference incentive

SpinCount Music and Promotions and Music Nova Scotia partner to give The New Music Experience educational conference attendees a chance to win free DMDS uploads to radio and video destinations.

SpinCount Music and Promotions is offering two prizes for the SpinCount/DMDS contest, which consist of the following:

• Grand Prize Winner:  Release / distribution to radio PLUS video distribution via DMDS (to 50 stations  for radio and to 3 destinations for video*) 

• Runner Up:  Release / distribution to radio via DMDS to 30 stations.

• SpinCount will advise & assist both winners and will specifically select the radio destinations in order to maximize the potential at radio.

The total value of this package is $1100.00.

The contest is only open to those who attend The New Music Experience educational conference. On Friday and Saturday a ballot box will be set up inside the doors of the conference for bands and individuals to enter their name into the draw. Winners will be drawn and announced at the educational conference on Saturday and prizes will be awarded to winners who are present to accept in person. If the winning band or individual is not there to claim their prize, a new name will be drawn.

Awards are non-transferable, and are subject to scheduling by SpinCount and are valid until May 7, 2011.  Details & stations are at the discretion of SpinCount - Distribution to radio by SpinCount in partnership with DMDS.  *Video MUST meet broadcast requirements & instructions, which will be provided to the winner.

2. Mathew Daniels, Vice President of R2G China and Becky Ayres, International Manager for Liverpool Sound City, will be attending Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week 2010

Mathew Daniels runs China’s largest online independent music store, Wawawa (wa3.cn). At R2G he is deeply involved in product development strategies and plays a leading role in shaping business models for the monetization of mobile and full-length music, and in the acquisition of content. He brings the skills to bridge the divide in Western and Chinese approaches to intellectual property whilst balancing it with the practicalities of customer relevance and social practices.

R2G is the leading music distribution service provider in China with licensing deals across more than 200 service providers combined with rights from more than 50 content providers as it strives to build a legitimate music ecosystem.

As the International Manager at Liverpool Sound City, Becky Ayres is passionate about helping international acts break into the UK and regularly works with artist managers, labels, promoters and agencies from around the world to enable this.  She has worked with Canadian acts including Rich Aucoin, Snailhouse, The Pack AD, The Mohawk Lodge, Kae Sun, Eamon Mcgrath, Forest City Lovers, Peter Katz, The Mountains and the Trees, Joel Plaskett, Hey Rosetta!, Share, Olympic Symphonium and Dan Mangan, all of who have showcased at Liverpool Sound City in the last three years. Music Nova Scotia is working with Becky to present a Nova Scotian focus at Liverpool Sound City in 2011.

Liverpool Sound City is now the largest city centre music festival and conference in the Northern UK, with over 300 artists including Afrika Bambaataa, Animal Collective, Black Lips, The Wombats, Super Furry Animals, Deerhunter, Holy Fuck, and Ladyhawke. Companies from around the world also attend, including Channel 4, Fiction, Beggars Group, MTV, Full Time Hobby, Fabric, Creativeman, SxSW, Kerrang!, NME, Wall of Sound and Moshi Moshi.  To apply to play at Liverpool Sound City 2011 go to www.liverpoolsoundcity.co.uk.

3. Music Ally to provide all Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week delegates a free one year subscription to musically.com. Each subscription has a value of $600.00!

The leading digital music business information and strategy company, Music Ally, has been providing publications, consulting, research, events and training to the music and technology industries since 2001.

Music Ally's executives come from a genuine music business background, from the sharp end of the major label recording and publishing worlds through to digital business strategy, licensing and retail.

This means Music Ally understands the relationships and the politics that drive the real-world activity within the music industry; backed up with a full complement of market data, consumer research, forecasting and trend insight.

And as Music Ally is constantly monitoring the digital music scene, regularly refreshing its sources of information and mixing at every level of the music business, they are able to anticipate trends before they occur, enabling their clients to know more and do better business than their rivals. It's why brands such as Tesco, Orange, and the BBC rely on Music Ally for digital music consumer research. It's why key organizations such as the Guardian, British Music Rights and Deloitte have sponsored our must-attend networking events; and it’s why Universal Music and EMI look to them for internal training.

And, in short, why no-one knows digital music like Music Ally.

4. USB stick submissions now being accepted

Music Nova Scotia is continuing to strive for a GREEN Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week by once again offering branded USB sticks in our delegate packages. These USB sticks will be filled with music, video, promotional coupons, advertisements and other useful information. Put directly into the hands of over 600 producers, promoters, musicians and other industry professionals, they will replace physical products that would otherwise be printed on paper or CD. This will save you time and production costs, while delivering your message in an innovative and environmentally friendly way. You will also be given the opportunity to submit a URL to your website, for no additional charge. Each submission will be on every USB stick.

Prices for MNS members:
5 MB   - $10.00 (plus tax)
10 MB - $15.00 (plus tax)
20 MB - $20.00 (plus tax)
21-50 MB - $40.00 (plus tax)

Prices for non-MNS members:
5 MB   - $25.00 (plus tax) 
10 MB - $37.50 (plus tax)
20 MB - $50.00 (plus tax)
21-50 MB - $100.00 (plus tax)

Payment is available through Visa, Mastercard, debit, cash or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to Music Nova Scotia. All payment must be received no later than 5PM on Wednesday, Oct 20th, 2010. Any submission that has not been paid for by 5PM on Oct 20th, 2010 will not be included on the USB stick.

Important file labeling and sending instructions:

-If you wish to submit a URL to your website please include it in the text of your email under the heading: “USB Stick URL Submission”.
-All USB submission emails or links must be clearly indicated as such in the subject line.
-All files must be in one of the following formats: MP3, PDF, JPG, or AVI. Music files will only be accepted from current Music Nova Scotia members.
-MP3 files must be encoded at a minimum of 192kbps
-MP3 files must labeled “Artist Name – Song Name” and contain ID3 tags with the same formatting.
-Video files must not exceed 50 MB and must be labeled “Artist Name – Song Name”.
-If you are submitting over 10 MB of material you must send it via www.yousendit.com and include the link to your submission under text reading “Link to USB submission”

It is extremely important that all files are labeled according to the above specifications and emailed as an attachment to dwayne@musicnovascotia.ca or via www.yousendit.com no later than 5PM on Oct. 20th, 2010.

**If files are received correctly, you will receive a confirmation email.  If you do not receive a confirmation email by October 20th, 2010, your file has not been received.**

5. Discounted delegate passes for artists who submitted to showcase

If you applied to showcase for Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week 2010 but where not selected, you are entitled to a discounted delegate pass for $50.00. Discounted delegate passes can only be purchased through Music Nova Scotia’s Finance Administrator, Lisa Stitt, by calling 902-423-6271 ext. 7. 

If you have been nominated for a Music and Industry Award, it is important to RSVP to registration as soon as possible. Nominees are entitled to complimentary delegate passes and discounted tickets that must be handled through the office. Music Nova Scotia needs to know if you are planning to attend, so please contact Colleen MacIsaac at colleen@musicnovascotia.ca to register, and contact Lisa Stitt at lisa@musicnovascotia.ca or 902- 423-6271 ext. 7 to purchase discounted brunch and Gala Award tickets.

Please note: The Music and Industry Awards Brunch will sell out so nominees are encouraged to purchase their discounted and full price tickets ASAP. There is a limited capacity and nominees who do not purchase their tickets in advance will be unable to attend. Also note the Gala Awards Show is assigned seating so multiple tickets must be purchased at the same time. If you are nominated for an award given out at the Gala Awards Show, you are entitled to one complimentary ticket. Any additional tickets must be purchased through Lisa by October 15, 2010 in order to have those tickets seated next to your complimentary seat. Anyone who does not purchase additional tickets by this date will have one seat assigned to them without the option to move.
 
Delegate passes, festival wristbands and tickets for the Gala Awards Show, the Music and Industry Awards Brunch, Wintersleep, and the Bluebird North Songwriters Circle (Songs and Stories) are available online at ticketpro.ca, via phone 1-888-311-9090 or in person at any Ticketpro outlet including:

City Drug Store – 369 Main St., Yarmouth, NS  (902) 742-3579
Saulnierville Pharmacy – 9999 Highway #1, Saulnierville, NS  (902) 769-0893

For more information about Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week, visit www.musicnovascotia.ca.

Prices for MNS members:
5 MB   - $10.00 (plus tax)
10 MB - $15.00 (plus tax)
20 MB - $20.00 (plus tax)
21-50 MB - $40.00 (plus tax)

Prices for non-MNS members:
5 MB   - $25.00 (plus tax) 
10 MB - $37.50 (plus tax)
20 MB - $50.00 (plus tax)
21-50 MB - $100.00 (plus tax)

Payment is available through Visa, Mastercard, debit, cash or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to Music Nova Scotia. All payment must be received no later than 5pm on Wednesday, Oct 20th, 2010 (extended from the original deadline, October 18). Any submission that has not been paid for by 5pm on Oct 20th, 2010 will not be included on the USB stick.

 Important file labeling and sending instructions:

• If you wish to submit a URL to your website please include it in the text of your email under the heading: “USB Stick URL Submission”.
• All USB submission emails or links must be clearly indicated as such in the subject line.
• All files must be in one of the following formats: MP3, PDF, JPG, or AVI. Music files will only be accepted from current Music Nova Scotia members.
• MP3 files must be encoded at a minimum of 192kbps
• MP3 files must labeled “Artist Name – Song Name” and contain ID3 tags with the same formatting.
• Video files must not exceed 50 MB and must be labeled “Artist Name – Song Name”.
• If you are submitting over 10 MB of material you must send it via www.yousendit.com and include the link to your submission under text reading “Link to USB submission”

It is extremely important that all files are labeled according to the above specifications and emailed as an attachment to dwayne@musicnovascotia.ca or via www.yousendit.com no later than 5pm on Oct. 20th, 2010.

**If files are received correctly, you will receive a confirmation email.  If you do not receive a confirmation email by October 20th, 2010, your file has not been received.**

1. Only three days left to submit to the BIH 5 Minute Pitch Sessions and International Speed Meetings

The popular Bringin' it Home Buyers Program 5 Minute Pitch provides artists the opportunity to pitch their music, or the music of the artist(s) they represent, to a room full of buyers for exactly five minutes (or less). Those selected to pitch can talk, dance, play a song or jump around in circles - whatever creative way artists can come up with to make themselves seem interesting and stand out in a crowd.  Pitching sessions will take place during Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week at Haley's Lounge on the mornings of Friday and Saturday, November 5 and 6.

Applicants will be selected for either a 5 Minute Pitch or placement in the Speed Meetings based on the information provided in the application as well as their professional history and export-readiness. Only complete applications received on time through the online system will be considered and all applicants must be current members of Music Nova Scotia. Successful applicants will be contacted by MNS via email no later than October 22 to confirm time and placement. A stand-by list will be created, and applicants on the stand-by list will be contacted if and when spots become available. To apply for a 5 Minute Pitch or a Speed Meeting please click here.

The deadline to submit for the Pitch Sessions or the Speed Meetings is 5 PM on Friday, October 8. There will be no extensions for these applications.

2. Voting for the Music and Industry Awards closes this Friday at 5 PM

All members are encouraged to vote for the 2010 Music and Industry Awards, which will be given out during Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week at the Awards Brunch and the Gala Awards Show.

All individual members receive one vote, band members receive one vote per band, and non-profit members and corporate members receive two votes. Voting logins and passwords were sent out September, but if you have not received your voting details, please contact Lindsay-Bea as soon as possible by phone (902-423-671 ext. 2) or by email (lindsaybea@musicnovascotia.ca) to have your login resent. If your membership is out of date, you must renew by Friday to be eligible to vote. Anyone who joins Music Nova Scotia by Friday will be given voting information.

3. Discounted delegate passes for artists who submitted to showcase

If you applied to showcase for Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week 2010 but where not selected, you are entitled to a discounted delegate pass for $50.00. Discounted delegate passes can only be purchased through Music Nova Scotia’s Finance Administrator, Lisa Stitt, by calling 902-423-6271 ext. 7. 

4. USB stick submissions now being accepted

Music Nova Scotia is continuing to strive for a GREEN Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week by once again offering branded USB sticks in our delegate packages. These USB sticks will be filled with music, video, promotional coupons, advertisements and other useful information. Put directly into the hands of over 600 producers, promoters, musicians and other industry professionals, they will replace physical products that would otherwise be printed on paper or CD. This will save you time and production costs, while delivering your message in an innovative and environmentally friendly way. You will also be given the opportunity to submit a URL to your website, for no additional charge.

Prices for MNS members:
5 MB   - $10.00 (plus tax)
10 MB - $15.00 (plus tax)
20 MB - $20.00 (plus tax)
21-50 MB - $40.00 (plus tax)

Prices for non-MNS members:
5 MB   - $25.00 (plus tax) 
10 MB - $37.50 (plus tax)
20 MB - $50.00 (plus tax)
21-50 MB - $100.00 (plus tax)

Payment is available through Visa, Mastercard, debit, cash or cheque. Cheques are to be made payable to Music Nova Scotia. All payment must be received no later than 9am on Monday, Oct 18th, 2010. Any submission that has not been paid for by 9am on Oct 18th, 2010 will not be included on the USB stick.

Important file labeling and sending instructions:

-If you wish to submit a URL to your website please include it in the text of your email under the heading: “USB Stick URL Submission”.
-All USB submission emails or links must be clearly indicated as such in the subject line.
-All files must be in one of the following formats: MP3, PDF, JPG, or AVI. Music files will only be accepted from current Music Nova Scotia members.
-MP3 files must be encoded at a minimum of 192kbps
-MP3 files must labeled “Artist Name – Song Name” and contain ID3 tags with the same formatting.
-Video files must not exceed 50 MB and must be labeled “Artist Name – Song Name”.
-If you are submitting over 10 MB of material you must send it via www.yousendit.com and include the link to your submission under text reading “Link to USB submission”

It is extremely important that all files are labeled according to the above specifications and emailed as an attachment to dwayne@musicnovascotia.ca or via www.yousendit.com no later than 9am on Oct. 18th, 2010.

**If files are received correctly, you will receive a confirmation email.  If you do not receive a confirmation email by October 18th, 2010, your file has not been received.**

5. New buyer added to Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week

Music Nova Scotia is pleased to announce Justin Bridgewater, a booking agent for The Agency Group (New York), has been added to the list of 2010 international buyers. Justin’s current roster now consists of 20 artists, including Alexisonfire, Owen, Murder by Death, Lullabye Arketstra, Jaguar Love and Rubik.
For a full list of international delegates and buyers, please click here.

6. Important note to award nominees

If you have been nominated for a Music and Industry Award, it is important to RSVP to registration as soon as possible. Nominees are entitled to complimentary delegate passes and discounted tickets that must be handled through the office. Music Nova Scotia needs to know if you are planning to attend, so please contact Colleen MacIsaac at colleen@musicnovascotia.ca to register, and contact Lisa Stitt at lisa@musicnovascotia.ca or 902- 423-6271 ext. 7 to purchase discounted brunch and Gala Award tickets.

Please note: The Music and Industry Awards Brunch WILL sell out so nominees are encouraged to purchase their discounted and full price tickets ASAP. There is a limited capacity and nominees who do not purchase their tickets in advance will be unable to attend. If you are nominated for an award given out at the Gala Awards Show, you are entitled to one complimentary ticket. Any additional tickets must be purchased through Lisa by October 15, 2010 in order to have those tickets seated next to your complimentary seat. Anyone who does not purchase additional tickets by this date will have one seat assigned to them without the option to move.

Delegate passes, festival wristbands and tickets for the Gala Awards Show, the Music and Industry Awards Brunch, Wintersleep, and the Bluebird North Songwriters Circle (Songs and Stories) are available online at ticketpro.ca, via phone 1-888-311-9090 or in person at any Ticketpro outlet including:

City Drug Store – 369 Main St., Yarmouth, NS  (902) 742-3579
Saulnierville Pharmacy – 9999 Highway #1, Saulnierville, NS  (902) 769-0893

For more information about Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week, visit www.musicnovascotia.ca

This year brings The New Music Experience, a series of educational panels focusing on the changes and challenges facing the music industry today, the future of social media, economics, touring the UK and branding. The New Music Experience will feature top music business professionals from all over the globe to help ensure Nova Scotia’s thriving music scene stays current, informed and prepared.

The conference kicks off with the Speed Meetings, which will provide export level artists the opportunity to take part in a whirlwind series of one-on-one meetings with selected buyers. Artists will have the chance to meet and charm more than 20 buyers over the course of two hours. This event is taking place in The Rodd Grand Yarmouth Convention Centre on the afternoon of Thursday, November 4.

Also part of the conference this year are the popular Bringin’ it Home Buyers Program 5 Minute Pitches, providing artists the opportunity to pitch their music, or the music of the artist(s) they represent, to a room full of buyers for exactly five minutes (or less). Those selected to pitch can talk, dance, play a song or jump around in circles - whatever creative way artists can come up with to make themselves seem interesting and stand out in a crowd. There will be one vocal mic, several DI's and absolutely no sound-checks or drummers allowed. Pitching sessions will take place at Haley's Lounge on the mornings of Friday and Saturday, November 5 and 6.

Applicants will be selected for either a 5 Minute Pitch or placement in the Speed Meetings based on the information provided in the application as well as their professional history and export-readiness. The application deadline is October 8 at 5pm. Only complete applications received on time through the online system will be considered and all applicants must be current members of Music Nova Scotia. Successful applicants will be contacted by MNS via email no later than October 22 to confirm time and placement. A stand-by list will be created, and applicants on the stand-by list will be contacted if and when spots become available.

Music Nova Scotia is also pleased to announce Carlo Scarampi, Francesca Neumann, Gary McClarnan, Shain Shapiro, and Fraser Hill have been added to the list of international delegates. All five of these individuals bring expertise, knowledge and opportunity to the conference, helping to make The New Music Experience the most diverse and compelling educational conference possible.

Carlo Scarampi - Mean Fiddler/The Borderline Club (UK)
MNS welcomes back Carlo to NSMW 2010. Last year Carlo attended music week representing The Barfly chain of clubs and this year Carlo has moved to Mean Fiddler and books many prestigious UK venues including London's Borderline Club.

Francesca Neumann - Mean Fiddler/The Great Escape Festival (UK)
Francesca will be attending NSMW scouting for talent for The Great Escape 2011. This past year MNS hosted a Nova Scotia focus and will do so again this coming year so Francesca will be looking for hot acts to present.

Gary McClarnan - Sparklestreet  (UK)
Gary is an authority on branding with music, an artist manager (he discovered DJ MrScruff), and is a consultant for two software companies on fanbase systems, artist online retail stores and touring logistics.

Shain Shapiro - CIMA (CDN/UK)
Shain is a Canadian living in London and if you are Canadian and want to know the in and outs of touring the UK and Europe meeting Shain is a must. Shain is the UK representative for the Canadian Independent Music Association. Shain produces the popular "Canadian Blast" showcasing events in the UK and can assist you with immigration issues when travelling to the UK

Fraser Hill - EMI Music Canada (CDN)
Fraser attended NSMW for the first time in 2009 and loved the event so much he asked to come back. Fraser heads up A & R at EMI Music Canada and has an extensive career in the business working in synch, studio engineering, artist management, and now A & R.

For full details on the educational conference, The New Music Experience, please click here. For bios and complete listings of the international and domestic buyers attending Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week 2010, please click here.
 
Delegate passes for Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week are available online at or ticketpro.ca, via phone
1-888-311-9090 or in person at any Ticketpro outlet including:

City Drug Store – 369 Main St., Yarmouth, NS  (902) 742-3579
Saulnierville Pharmacy – 9999 Highway #1, Saulnierville, NS  (902) 769-0893 

Venues this year include The Rodd Grand Yarmouth Convention Centre, Haley’s Lounge, Dooly’s, Rudder’s Seafood Restaurant and Brew Pub, The Thirsty Fisherman (Rodd Colony), Th’YARC, The Mariners Centre, Red Cap Restaurant, Twin Village Social Club, Wedgeport Legion, and Église St-Michel. With the majority of the showcase venues located in the downtown core of Yarmouth, delegates have the ability to hop from showcase to showcase quickly and easily in order to take in as much of this year’s talent as possible.

Music Nova Scotia is pleased that 2010 will be the first year for three full nights of showcase programming, rather than the traditional two. Jenn Grant, Thom Swift, Christina Martin, Glory Glory Man United, Carmen Townsend, and In-Flight Safety will kick off music week with a bang as they demonstrate their export level talent to internationals and delegates at Haley’s Lounge on Thursday, November 4. Also programmed on Thursday is this year’s loud stage, taking place at Dooly’s, which is conveniently located just steps from The Rodd Grand Yarmouth. The pool tables will be removed to make way for this high energy showcase, featuring Obsydian, Orchid's Curse, Last Call Chernobyl, Broken Ohms, and Black Moor.

On Friday the 5th, catch the highly anticipated finale of Music Nova Scotia’s Battle of the Bands: HMV Next Big Thing at the Rodd Grand Yarmouth Convention Centre, where the five finalists will battle it out in front of MAMA Group’s Jim Benner to claim their spot on an HMV Next Big Thing stage in London, UK, in February, 2011. To date, Three Sheet, The Stogies, Slowcoaster, and Carmen Townsend have all won preliminary round titles, and they will be joined by the winner of the fifth and final round, taking place tonight at The Seahorse Tavern at 10 PM.

2009 was the first year Acadian programming had been included in the festival programming, and Music Nova Scotia proudly partners with Conseil acadien de Par-en-Bas, Musique de le Baie and FéCANE in 2010 to present some of the top Acadian musicians in Nova Scotia for a series of showcases spanning three days in five venues. The Thirsty Fisherman (Rodd Colony), Red Cap Restaurant in Middle West Pubnico, Twin Villages Social Club in Amirault’s Hill, Église St-Michel in Wedgeport, and the Wedgeport Legion will host a number of culturally diverse Acadian acts spanning four local communities to ensure those in surrounding areas have the opportunities Music Nova Scotia and their partners have helped to provide.

With 104 performances and more delegate than ever before, 2010 is the best year possible for Bullfrog Power to partner with Music Nova Scotia to ensure the energy used at the event is 100% green. Music Nova Scotia makes waves, not carbon footprints. 

For a complete showcasing schedule, please visit http://www.musicnovascotia.ca/nsmw-schedule.  All tickets for Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week are available online at or ticketpro.ca, via phone
1-888-311-9090 or in person at any Ticketpro outlet including:

City Drug Store – 369 Main St., Yarmouth, NS  (902) 742-3579
Saulnierville Pharmacy – 9999 Highway #1, Saulnierville, NS  (902) 769-0893

Since the 2007 release Welcome to the Night Sky, Wintersleep has been performing steadily throughout North America and Europe. After gathering digital folders with song ideas marked by the city in which they were born “… LA, Seattle, Milan, Belfast, in Japan, Stellarton cottage, Hamilton ON…,” the band got together in a Montreal studio to fit all of the pieces together. The result, influenced by “family, touring, books, salt water…,” is Wintersleep’s fourth album, New Inheritors, which is nominated for Music Nova Scotia’s Album of the Year, Group Recording of the year, and Pop/Rock Group/Artist Recording of the Year.

Emerging Canadian R&B/hip-hop star Jordan Croucher is making up for a late start in his music career in a big way with the soulful songs from his forthcoming second album. The 13-track record spawned the hit singles and videos “Selfish Times,” “Feelin’ Fine,” “So Addicted,” “Won’t Let Go” and “It’s Raining.” It also earned Croucher a CBC Galaxie Rising Star prize, an East Coast Music Award nomination and an appearance on the CBC Television special, Barenaked East Coast Music. He toured across Canada with the likes of Maestro and opened for such international stars as Ne-Yo, Snoop Dogg, Rihanna, Nas and Juelz Santana.

Things evolve. It’s simply a form of growth. The Cottars have come a long way, starting as children performing to a hometown audience, through their teen years when they toured the world and shared stages with the biggest names in the business. Now they have evolved again, into young adults, mature in their skills with new faces and outlooks. Even with their relative youth still apparent, it seems that The Cottars have been a part of Canada’s East Coast music scene for years. They have the nominations and the hardware to prove it, including East Coast Music Awards and Music Nova Scotia Awards. They have the road record to prove it as well: tours throughout Canada, shows in Europe and thirty-eight U.S. states, two tours of Japan and appearances at major festivals around the world. This quartet, Ciarán and Fiona, Claire and Bruce, has become the evolutionary culmination that is now The Cottars. Feast is their fourth CD, extending and expanding The Cottars’ music without ever losing track of their roots. Their roots show through clearly when they dust off something old and masterfully link it with something more contemporary.

Meet The Stanfields, a maelstrom of rock ‘n’ roll, Celtic and bluegrass. Hailing from the gritty post-industrial towns of Nova Scotia, The Stanfields play every show like it’s their collective last night on earth. Their kitchen party harmonies, thunderous rhythm section, high-octane stage show and genuine chemistry have won over audiences clear across the nation. Their latest release, Vanguard of the Young and Reckless, has earned them six Music Nova Scotia Award nominations including Album of the Year, Alternative Artist/Group Recording of the Year, Group Recording of the Year, Digital Artist of the Year, Music Video/DVD of the Year, and Bell Aliant Entertainer of the Year.

With his latest recording, Turn Time Off, David Myles again delivers on his reputation as a versatile artist with a knack for straddling genres. A smooth, soul-infused pop record that pays tribute to crooners and lovers alike, Turn Time Off shows a further maturing of David Myles the songwriter with smart heartfelt lyrics and memorable melodies. Turn Time Off was produced by acclaimed Nova Scotia musician Joel Plaskett and has earned Myles nominations for Bell Aliant Entertainer of the Year, Folk Artist/Group Recording of the Year, Male Artist Recording of the Year, and SOCAN Songwriter of the Year.

Halifax based artist Chelsea Nisbett creates a new sound infusing acoustic rock, R&B and soul. All this coupled with her soul-touching lyrics makes for nothing short of a truly captivating songwriter and performer. Jordan Warford (Editorial Manager of www.guitartips.com.au) has commented: “If there were three words to sum up this inspiring artist, they would have to be integrity, class, and passion. Chelsea Nisbett is a new talent recently merging into the music industry. She brings with her a refreshing outlook on life and a tremendous aptitude for music that has been refined over recent years.” Nisbett’s release Anchored Roots has earned her nominations for Inspirational Artist/Group Recording of the Year, Urban Recording of the Year, and Female Recording of the Year.

2010 East Coast Music Award nominees for Best Country Recording, The Keats, Jolene & Sharlene, continue to wow Country Music fans globally with their powerful blend of two-part harmonies and high energy performances. Hailing from Halifax, Nova Scotia, the twin sisters' debut single, "Give Me a Ring" rapidly became a regular feature on Canadian Country Music Television (CMT.ca).  Their playful personalities and outstanding musicianship have charmed audiences from Prince Edward Islands’ The Cavendish Beach Music Festival to Alberta's Big Valley Jamboree as well as Afghanistan, where they entertained our combat troops.  Topping off their summer tour schedule, The Canadian Country Music Association has selected them for the CCMA's New Artist Showcase at Country Music Week 2010 in Edmonton, Alberta.  Keep and eye out for The Keats!

Alert the Medic has released We, the Weapon, which received 2010 East Coast Music Award nominations for Sirius Satellite Rock Recording of the Year and Vibe Creative Group Single of the Year for "Atlas", the debut release from the album. “Atlas” achieved national rotation for over 14 weeks and cracked Mediabase's Top 50 Active Rock Canadian Charts. Their follow-up single, “Aid The Getaway”, garnered the #1 spot on East Coast Countdown and the group was selected to perform at JunoFest 2010 alongside fellow rockers, The Arkells. Alert the Medic continues to make waves with We, the Weapon, which has been nominated for Music Nova Scotia’s Group Recording of the Year and Pop/Rock Artist/Group Recording of the Year.

HavanaFax was formed in 2002 when professional musicians in Havana and Halifax who were working with the Los Primos cultural exchange project got together in the Jazz Café in Havana. The following summer they came together in Nova Scotia and recorded HavanaFax Live which won the 2004 ECMA for Jazz Recording of the year as well as the Music Nova Scotia Jazz/Blues Artist/Group Recording of the Year. The band was featured in the 2004 ECMA show as a 16 piece band with musicians from all the Atlantic Provinces playing an original entitled Ceilidh Cubano.

Music Nova Scotia’s Gala Award Show takes place on Sunday, November 7th at the Mariners Centre in Yarmouth. Doors will open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets for the Gala Awards Show will be on sale Monday, September 20 for $29.99 (plus convenience fee) online at ticketpro.ca, via phone 1-888-311-9090 or in person at any Ticketpro outlet including:

City Drug Store – 369 Main St., Yarmouth, NS  (902) 742-3579
Saulnierville Pharmacy – 9999 Highway #1, Saulnierville, NS  (902) 769-0893

Please note the Gala Award Show is a separately ticketed event and is not included in the delegate pass. For full details on ticketing, please visit www.musicnovascotia.ca/nsmw-tickets.

Old Man Luedecke is one of Canada’s best loved and most intriguing roots singer-songwriters. His memorable melodies, poetic sense and easy charisma appeal to anyone searching for new growth from old roots, but it’s Luedecke’s contemporary lyrics coupled with the irresistible rhythm of the old time banjo that connect and make him so loved with his audiences. His latest album, Proof of Love, won the prestigious 2009 JUNO Award for Roots Solo album and won legions of new fans at home and abroad.
www.oldmanluedecke.ca

Stephen Fearing brings a powerful mix of experience, skill, and creativity that comes from years of success working with musical greats such as Garth Hudson (the Band), Daniel Lanois, Pam Tillis, Malcolm Burn, Wayne Jackson and John Wynot. The consistent quality of work produced over Stephen Fearing’s two decades plus career has earned him a JUNO Award for his work with Blackie and the Rodeo Kings, and a West Coast Music Award and five Juno Award nominations as a solo artist.
www.stephenfearing.com

Christina Martin can hold her own on stage, whether it’s in a living room, a train car or in a stadium, she connects deeply with her audience. With a voice that elicits Sheryl Crow and Lucinda Williams comparisons, Martin is an acclaimed singer/songwriter who takes listeners into the caverns of their hearts, examining both the light and darkness. Whether she’s softly serenading with an acoustic number; or perfecting her rock n’ roll swagger with a band, Martin is at home in the spotlight.
www.christinamartin.net

Carmen Townsend, known for her raw and primal sound, has spent the last fifteen years of her life delivering powerful, energetic, authentic rock and roll performances on stages across the globe. Working tirelessly on her anticipated debut record with no signs of slowing down, Townsend recently caught the eye of Grammy winning songwriter Jesse Harris (Norah Jones, Bright Eyes) and has put her own rock and roll spin on two of his songs. One of the East Coast’s brightest gems, Carmen Townsend is one to watch for.
www.carmentownsend.ca

Thom Swift has as much respected musical reputation that has been established through years of touring and recording with the acclaimed blues-jazz group Hot Toddy Trio. With nine albums to their credit and a career that spans over 15 years, the group has played numerous Canadian and International folk, jazz and blues festivals. Now solo, this naturally gifted musician and songwriter has a lifetime of experience to draw upon, sharing lessons about how to live, how to love, and how to have a good time with a voice as richly textured as the bark on a spruce tree.
www.thomswift.com

Kim Wempe, Atlantic Canada's ECMA winning Galaxie Rising Star, is a vocal powerhouse. A 2009 International Songwriting Contest semi-finalist and Music Nova Scotia Award winner, Wempe is set to make waves from the Atlantic coast clear across the country with the release of her third record titled Painting with Tides this fall on GroundSwell/Warner.
www.kimwempe.com

Charlie A’Court combines a rich, rhythm & blues upbringing with soulful, adult-contemporary songwriting, making him for one of Canada’s brightest new stars. Music Nova Scotia’s Entertainer of the Year in 2009, A’Court has toured extensively throughout Canada and abroad with headlining performances at the Stan Rogers’ Folk Fest, Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival, Kerrville Folk Fest, and Ottawa Blues Fest. A’Court has shared the stage with high profile artists including John Reischman & the Jaybirds, Martin Sexton, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, George Thorogood, Harry Manx, Procol Harum, Colin James, and Blues Brother Dan Aykroyd.
www.charlieacourt.com

Songs and Stories will be held at Th’YARC, 76 Parade Street in Yarmouth, on Friday, November 5th at 8:00pm with doors opening at 7:00pm. Tickets will be on sale Wednesday, September 15 for $19.99 (HST included, not including convenience fee). Please note Songs and Stories is a separately ticketed event and is not included with the delegate pass.

Tickets for Songs and Stories will be available for purchase on Wednesday, September 15 through ticketpro.ca or by calling 1-888-311-9090, at Th’YARC box office, and at all Ticketpro outlets including:

City Drug Store – 369 Main St., Yarmouth, NS  (902) 742-3579
Saulnierville Pharmacy – 9999 Highway #1, Saulnierville, NS  (902) 769-0893

“This is a very exciting partnership,” says Music Nova Scotia executive director Scott Long. “Everyone needs to take responsibility when it comes to our environment, including our artists and industry professionals. Knowing that our energy usage during music week in Yarmouth will be matched with 100% green electricity makes me very proud of our organization and the event.”

Music Nova Scotia first implemented greening measures to its signature event in 2008 when hosted in Pictou County, Nova Scotia. It was at this edition of music week that paper inserts were first banned from delegate bags; reusable water containers were handed out to reduce the usage of bottled water and USB keys were given to every delegate to house files that were once paper items.

“At every conference I have ever attended, the first thing I did when I got back to my hotel room was dump out all of the paper promotional items - they don’t even get looked at,” comments Long. “Running music week on 100% green electricity takes our conference green plan to an entirely new level.”

Making the choice for clean, green power is a breeze. Bullfrog Power is available throughout British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. Thousands of Canadians have already chosen to bullfrogpower their homes, condos, apartments, offices and businesses.  For more information visit Bullfrog Power on the web at www.bullfrogpower.com.

1. Bell Aliant Entertainer of the Year voting is now open at www.bellaliant.net.

2. Industry Award Nominees receive:

• 1 Free Delegate Pass (access to all Festival and Conference events, subject to capacity. Not included in the delegate pass are Saturday night’s Wintersleep show, Songs & Stories, and the Gala Awards Show) per nominee
• 1 discounted Industry Brunch ticket purchased through Lisa Stitt (902-423-6271 ext. 7 or email at lisa@musicnovascotia.ca) for $9.99, other tickets available for $19.99 through TicketPro.

Nominees get only one delegate pass and 1 discounted ticket regardless of number of nomination categories

3. Artist Award Nominees (presented at the Industry Brunch) receive:

• 1 Free Delegate Pass (access to all Festival and Conference events, subject to capacity. Not included in the delegate pass are Saturday night’s Wintersleep show, Songs & Stories, and the Gala Awards Show) for each band member of nominated act
• 1 discounted Industry Brunch ticket purchased through Lisa Stitt (902-423-6271 ext. 7 or email at lisa@musicnovascotia.ca) for $9.99, other tickets available for $19.99 through TicketPro.
• It is highly encouraged that all nominees purchase brunch tickets as soon as possible, as the brunch is expected to sell out.

Nominees get only one delegate pass and 1 discounted ticket regardless of number of nomination categories
 

4. Artist Award Nominees (awards presented at the Gala) receive:

• 1 Free Delegate Pass (access to all Festival and Conference events, subject to capacity. Not included in the delegate pass are Saturday night’s Wintersleep show, Songs & Stories, and the Gala Awards Show) for each band member of nominated act
• 1 free Gala ticket per nominated act, with the option to purchase extra tickets in reserved area for additional band members for regular ticket price (contact office administrator at MNS, Lisa Stitt, at 902-423-6271 ext. 7 or email at lisa@musicnovascotia.ca)

• The following awards are given out at the Gala Awards Show: Bell Aliant Entertainer of the Year, Album of the Year, Female Artist Recording of the Year, Male Artist Recording of the Year, Group Recording of the Year, Music Video/DVD of the Year, New Artist/Group Recording of the Year, and SOCAN Songwriter of the Year. All other categories are awarded at the Music and Industry Awards Brunch.

Nominees get only one delegate pass and 1 discounted ticket regardless of number of nomination categories

For a complete list of 2010 Music Nova Scotia Music and Industry Awards nominees, please click here.

For further ticketing information and links, please click here.

Stay tuned for regular updates for Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week!

At the front of the pack, The Stanfields hold six nominations for their recent release, Vanguard Of The Young And Reckless, including Album of the Year, Alternative Artist/Group Recording of the Year, Group Recording of the Year, Digital Artist of the Year, Music Video/DVD of the Year, and Bell Aliant Entertainer of the Year.

Following with four nominations each are Dave Gunning, David Myles, Ghettosocks, Amelia Curran, and Rose Cousins. Gunning and Myles are both nominated for Bell Aliant Entertainer of the Year, Folk Artist/Group Recording of the Year, Male Artist Recording of the Year, and SOCAN Songwriter of the Year. Ghettosocks is also nominated for Male Artist Recording of the Year, as well as Music Video/DVD of the Year, Digital Artist of the Year, and Hip-Hop Recording of the Year. Curran and Cousins have landed nominations for Female Artist Recording of the Year, Folk Artist/Group Recording of the Year, and SOCAN Songwriter of the Year. Curran is also nominated for Album of the year for Hunter, Hunter, and Cousins is nominated for Bell Aliant Entertainer of the Year.  

Award nominees are selected by juries of industry professionals from the Music Nova Scotia membership. Voting will begin on Monday, September 13 and electronic notices will be sent to all eligible members of Music Nova Scotia, who will vote on the award winners.

The Bell Aliant Entertainer of the Year Award is decided by music fans. Public voting will open on Thursday, September 9 and will close on Thursday, October 7. Music fans can vote for their favorite Nova Scotian entertainer by visiting www.bellaliant.net.

The awards will be handed out during Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week at the Music Nova Scotia Music and Industry Awards Brunch, which will be held on Sunday, November 7 at the Rodd Grand Yarmouth beginning at 11:30am. Awards will also be handed out at the Music Nova Scotia Gala Awards Show, which will take place at the Yarmouth Mariners Centre on Sunday, November 7 beginning at 8:00pm.
Music Nova Scotia Music and Industry Award nominees 2010:

Bell Aliant Entertainer of the Year – Public Vote
Presented by Bell Aliant
Rose Cousins
David Myles 
Dave Gunning
John Campbelljohn
The Stanfields
The Trews

Album of the Year
Presented by MacDonald Chisholm Trask Insurance
Amelia Curran – Hunter, Hunter
Wintersleep – New Inheritors
The Stanfields – Vanguard Of The Young And Reckless
The Trews Acoustic – Friends &Total Strangers
Radio Radio - Belmundo Regal

Alternative Artist/Group Recording of the Year
Presented by Aberdeen Paving
The Town Heroes – Birds And Fear
The Sorrys – Neanderthal Cell Phone
The Stanfields – Vanguard Of The Young And Reckless
Ruth Minnikin and Her Bandwagon – Depend On This
Glory Glory Man United – Zombies!!!

Blues Artist/Group Recording of the Year
The Dungaree Brothers with The Hupman Bothers – The South Mountain Swamp Rock Opera
John Campbelljohn – Good To Go
Kim Dunn – Take This Hammer
Ken Ward – Living With A Saint
Thom Swift – Blue Sky Day

Country/Bluegrass Artist/Group Recording of the Year
Ashley Condon – Come In From The Cold
The Keats – Good To Be Home
Grassmarket – Port City
Moonshine Ramblers – Moonshine Ramblers
Laura Merrimen – Love Letters For Lonely Hunters

Digital Artist of the Year
Ghettosocks
Jon Bryant
Dave Carroll
The Stanfields
Tanya Davis

DJ of the Year
DJ IV
R$ $mooth
DJ T-Woo
Skratch Bastid
DJ Y-Rush

Female Artist Recording of the Year
Presented by Delta Hotels
Chelsea Nisbett – Anchored Roots
Rose Cousins – The Send Off
Amelia Curran – Hunter, Hunter
Ruth Minnikin and Her Bandwagon – Depend On This
Laura Merrimen – Love Letters For Lonely Hunters

Folk Artist/Group Recording of the Year
Rose Cousins – The Send Off
Amelia Curran – Hunter, Hunter
David Myles – Turn Time Off
Dave Gunning – We’re All Leaving
Kev Corbett – Son Of A Rudderless Boat
Postdata – Postdata

Francophone Artist/Group Recording of the Year
Radio Radio – Belmundo Regal
Joseph Edgar - Y'a un train qui s'en vient...
Simon et Andre – J’l’Essayreng

Group Recording of the Year
Presented by Rudder’s Seafood Restaurant and Brew Pub
Black Moor – The Conquering
Alert The Medic – We, The Weapon
Wintersleep – New Inheritors
The Stanfields – Vanguard Of The Young And Restless
Glory Glory Man United – Zombies!!!

Hip-Hop Recording of the Year
Presented by Coastal Financial
Ghettosocks – Treat Of The Day
The Caravan – Emerald City
Three Sheet – In Circulation
Radio Radio – Belmundo Regal

Inspirational Artist/Group Recording of the Year
Through His Grace – His Story
Chelsea Nisbett – Anchored Roots
Elizabeth Deveau – The True Vine
Jon Bryant – Two Coasts For Comfort
Marko Simmonds – Marko Presents

Jazz/Electro/Acoustic Artist/Group Recording of the Year
Presented by Stayner’s Wharf Pub & Grill
Daniel Matto – I’m Old Fashioned
Jeff Torbert – This Weather Honest
Swingology – Under Paris Skies
Emmy Alcorn – Unveil
Dwayne Côté and Duane Andrews – Dwayne Côté and Duane Andrews

Loud Artist/Group Recording of the Year
Presented by Symphony Nova Scotia
Black Moor – The Conquering
Obsydian – The Grotesque Presage
Last Call Chernobyl – Drowning Beneath The Sound Of Change
Big Game Hunt – Goliath

Male Artist Recording of the Year
Presented by Delta Hotels
Ghettosocks – Treat Of The Day
Colin Grant – Fun For The Whole Family
David Myles – Turn Time Off
Dave Gunning – We’re All Leaving
Thom Swift – Blue Sky Day

Musician of the Year
Presented by Ticketpro
Jordi Comstock
John Campbelljohn
Keith Mullins
Kim Dunn
Ian Sherwood

Music Video/DVD of the Year
Presented by Atlantic Film Festival
Ghettosocks – Out For Treats
Caledonia – We Are America
The Stanfields – The Dirtiest Drunk
Gypsophilia – Hietzing/Battery Life
The Trews – Highway Of Heroes
Tanya Davis – How To Be Alone

New Artist/Group Recording of the Year
Presented by Grant Thornton
Black Moor – The Conquering
Ria Mae – Between The Bad
The Town Heroes – Birds And Fear
Last Call Chernobyl – Drowning Beneath The Sound Of Change
Jon Bryant – Two Coasts For Comfort
Three Sheet – In Circulation

Pop/Rock Artist/Group Recording of the Year
Presented by Halifax Cycle Gallery
Alert The Medic – We, The Weapon
Molly Thomason – Through The Static
Dwight Deon – Anthems For The Restless
Wintersleep – New Inheritors
Gloryhound – Leave It Alone

SOCAN Songwriter of the Year
Presented by SOCAN
Rose Cousins
Amelia Curran
David Myles
Dave Gunning
Steve Poltz

Traditional/Roots Artist/Group Recording of the Year
Presented by The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse
Colin Grant – Fun For The Whole Family
HAWP – Storm And Calm
Fleur Mainville – My Rare One
Dwayne Côté and Duane Andrews – Dwayne Côté and Duane Andrews
Chrissy Crowley - The Departure

Urban Artist/Group Recording of the Year
Presented by Coastal Financial
Chelsea Nisbett – Anchored Roots
Marko Simmonds – Marko Presents
Gary Beals – The Rebirth Of
Electric City Underground - All Means Necessary

Booking Agent of the Year
Talent Source
Eastern Entertainment
Stephanie Purcell (LimeLight)
Craig Mercer (The Paragon Theatre)
Troy Arseneault (The Seahorse Tavern)

Community Presenter of the Year
Town of Port Hawkesbury
Little River Folk Society
Cobequid Arts Council
Tunes at Noon

Company of the Year
Presented by East Coast Music Association
Diminished Fifth Records
Marcato Digital Solutions
Sonic Entertainment Group
Jones & Co.
GroundSwell Music

Corporate Sponsor of the Year
Denmark Productions
Molson Canadian
Nu Star Energy
Bell Aliant
Delta Hotels

Educator of the Year
Waye Mason
Bruce Aitken
Jonny Stevens
Keith Mullins
Jim Stewart

Event of the Year
Presented by The Seahorse Tavern
Halifax Pop Explosion
Cape Breton International Drum Fest
Lunenburg Folk Harbour Festival
In The Dead Of Winter
Riverfest

Industry Professional of the Year
Jonny Stevens
Stephanie Purcell
Kimberly Sinclair
Darren Gallop
Craig Mercer

Manager of the Year
Jason Burns
Adam Lomas
Ian McKinnon
Sheri Jones
Eirinn Fraser
Janesta Boudreau

Media Professional of the Year
Tom Bedell (Q104)
Stephen Cooke (The Chronicle Herald)
Phlis McGregor (CBC Radio)
Sue Carter Flinn (The Coast)
BJ Burke (Q104)

Promoter of the Year
Bruce Aitken
Jeremy McNeil
Sonic Concerts
Craig Mercer
Troy Arseneault

Producer of the Year
Daniel Ledwell
Fred Lavery
Jamie Sparks
Joel Plaskett
Charles Austin

Production Company of the Year
Groundsound
Sound Systems Plus
Christie Lites
Tour Tech East
Advanced Systems

Publicist of the Year
Josh Hogan (Hogan Media Relations)
Wendy Phillips (Phillips Public Relations Ltd.)
Eirinn Fraser (Trisagon Productions)
Matt Charlton (Pigeon Row)

Radio Program of the Year
Halifax is Burning (CKDU)
Route 104 (Q104)
Atlantic Airwaves (CBC)
East Coast Countdown
That East Coast Show (CKBW)

Radio Station of the Year
Presented by Theriault Financial
CKOA-FM The Coast
101.5 The Hawk (CIGO FM)
Q104
Z103.5 The Beat
CKDU
98.9 XFM Antigonish

Recording Studio of the Year
Soundmarket Studios
Lake Wind Sound Studio
Echo Chamber
The Sonic Temple
Codapop

Studio Engineer of the Year
Tim Feswick
Rob Corrigan
Michael Shepherd
Charles Austin
Darren Van Niekerk

Technician of the Year
Presented by Sound Systems Plus
Dennis Field
Daniel Ledwell
Steve “Snickers” Smith
Ron Anonsen
Carl Gosine

Venue of the Year
Presented by Broken Chord Promotions
The Seahorse Tavern
The Paragon Theatre
Marigold Cultural Centre
The Carleton Music Bar & Grill
The Company House

Visual Artist of the Year
Presented by Argyle Fine Art
Janette Rawding
Daniel Ledwell
Chr!s Sm!th
Nick Brunt
Peter Farmer
Mat Dunlap

Volunteer of the Year
Presented by Sonic Entertainment Group
Josh White
Eirinn Fraser
Emma Lee Stewart
Adriana Afford
Pam Samson

Delegate passes and tickets to the Music Nova Scotia Music and Industry Awards Brunch are now on sale!

Delegate passes are available for $75.00 + convenience fee through www.ticketpro.ca.
*Artists who submitted but were not selected to showcase are entitled to a delegate pass for a special rate of $54. Discounted passes can only be purchased through the Finance Administrator, Lisa Stitt, by calling 902-423-6271 ext 7.

Brunch tickets can be purchased for $19.99 + convenience fee through www.ticketpro.ca.
*Those individuals nominated for an award being given out at the Music and Industry Awards Brunch are entitled to a discounted brunch ticket ($9.99 + convenience fee), which can only be purchased through our Finance Administrator, Lisa Stitt, by calling 902-423-6271 ext 7.

Please note Wintersleep is a separately ticketed event and is not included in the delegate pass. Tickets can be purchased for just $19.99 + convenience fee through www.ticketpro.ca.

For more information on ticketing, please visit click here.

Tickets to the Music Nova Scotia Music and Industry Awards Brunch and delegate passes  are on sale online at www.ticketpro.ca, via phone 1-888-311-9090 or in person at any Ticketpro outlet including:

Yarmouth Mariners Centre Box Office – 31 Cottage St., Yarmouth, NS  (902) 742-2155
City Drug Store – 369 Main St., Yarmouth, NS  (902) 742-3579
Saulnierville Pharmacy – 9999 Highway #1, Saulnierville, NS  (902) 769-0893

Additional Accommodations:
Comfort Inn (offering a $97.74 + tax delegate rate with pass)
Best Western (offering a $90.00 + tax delegate rate with pass)
Gallagher's Midtown Motel
Clemintine's Bed and Breakfast
Guest-Lovitt House B&B
Harbour's Edge Bed & Breakfast
MacKinnon-Cann House Historic Inn
Murray Manor B&B
Lakelawn Motel
El Rancho Motel
Voyager Motel

For more information on accommodations, please click here.

2. New buyers have been added to the educational conference! Below is a complete list of current international and domestic buyers:

International Buyers:
Albert Marshall (UK) – Take-Two Interactive Software
Benji Rogers (UK) – Pledge Music
Cillian Stewart (Ireland) – Castlepalooza/Cherrycool Promotions
Fraser Hill (CDN) - EMI Music Canada
Gregg Boggs (CDN) – Sony Music Canada
Henning Ahrens (Germany) – Four Artists Booking
Jim Benner (UK) - MAMA Group
Kieran Hanrahan (Ireland) – Temple Bar Trad Festival
Marigny Lee (USA) – Summerstage/New York City Parks Foundation
Peter Jenner (UK) – Sincere Management / Featured Artists Coalition
Ryan McCann (UK) – Music Ally
Shain Shapiro (UK/CDN) - CIMA
Steve Savoca (USA) - Domino Record Co.
Steve Mayall (UK) – Music Ally
Suze Casey (CDN) – Calgary Folk Club
Gary McClarnan (UK) - Sparkle Street

Domestic Buyers:
Paula Davis – Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre
Susan Hoover – Osprey Arts Centre
Donald Ferguson – Marigold Cultural Centre
David O'Leary – Evergreen Theatre
Erick Bickerdike – Chester Playhouse
Miles MacDonald - Chedabucto Place Theatre
Leif Helmer – Little River Folk
George Douglas – Tantramar Theatre
Carlton Munroe – Glasgow Square Theatre and The New Glasgow Riverfront Jubilee
Russell Easy – Lunenburg Folk Harbour Festival
Errin Williams Spidle – Harmony Bazaar Festival
Geoff Keymer – Kings Theatre
Troy Greencorn – Stan Rogers Folk Festival
Jonas Colter – Evolve Festival
Jason McLean – The Sunseekers Ball Music & Arts Festival
Lulu Healy – TD Halifax Jazz Festival
Jonny Stevens – Halifax Pop Explosion

For complete bios on each buyer, please visit www.musicnovascotia.ca/nsmw-buyers.

3. Delegate passes and tickets to the Music Nova Scotia Music and Industry Awards Brunch will be on sale Tuesday, September 7th!

Delegate passes will be available for $75.00 + convenience fee through www.ticketpro.ca.
*Artists who submitted but were not selected to showcase are entitled to a delegate pass for a special rate of $54. Discounted passes can only be purchased through the Finance Administrator, Lisa Stitt, by calling 902-423-6271 ex 7.

Brunch tickets can be purchased for $19.99 + convince fee through www.ticketpro.ca.
*Those individuals nominated for an award being given out at the Music and Industry Awards Brunch are entitled to a discounted brunch ticket (9.99 + convenience fee), which can only be purchased through our Finance Administrator, Lisa Stitt, by calling 902-423-6271 ex. 7. Stay tuned for the official nominee announcement.

Please note Wintersleep is a separately ticketed event and is not included in the delegate pass. Tickets can be purchased for just $19.99 + convenience fee through www.ticketpro.ca.

For more information on ticketing, please visit click here.

4. CJLS The Wave in Yarmouth is spinning tracks of artists selected to showcase at Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week 2010. If you have a CD that you haven’t already submitted to CJLS, please contact Sean MacLellan at sean@cjls.com or mail a hard copy to:

Radio CJLS Limited
328 Main Street, Suite 201
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia
B5A 1E4 

Music Nova Scotia may present awards in forty-seven (47) categories.

Music Awards

All Nova Scotian artists who are members in good standing and who released recordings between January 1, 2009 and June 30, 2010 are eligible to submit for the Music Nova Scotia Music Awards. You are not eligible to be nominated for the same record in the same category two years in a row.

Nova Scotia Music Week is using Sonicbids as the preferred method to apply for music awards. Visit www.sonicbids.com/nsmwawards to complete your application. With Sonicbids, you are able to upload information quickly and easily saving you time, mailing and product cost.

The jury will listen to a selection of four songs so please update your Sonicbids page to reflect this. Paper applications will still be accepted. When submitting a CD, please mark the four songs you would like the jury to listen to.

Industry Awards

The Music Nova Scotia Industry Awards recognize the achievements and contributions of our industry professionals and leaders from across Nova Scotia over the past year. These awards celebrate the people and companies who are working to build a strong and vibrant Nova Scotia music industry. All Music Nova Scotia members in good standing are eligible to submit.

There are two new categories this year in the Industry Awards:

Community Presenter of the Year
This award goes to a non-profit community organization that has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to presenting musical performances in Nova Scotia. The award goes to the organization.

Radio Station of the Year 
This award recognizes a radio station for outstanding achievement in radio broadcasting. The award goes to the station.

Note: Industry Awards will require a paper application.

Online voting will take place in the late summer/early fall.  Only current members are eligible to vote.  Update your Music Nova Scotia membership now – www.musicnovascotia.ca/join.

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About Nova Scotia Music Week:

Now in its 14th year, Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week brings together the music industry and the public for four jam-packed days of performances, a music industry conference and the international and domestic buyers program, as well as the awards brunch and gala awards show. Music Nova Scotia is proud to present Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week 2010, held in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia from November 4-7.

For further information on NSMW submissions, please contact:

Dwayne Ellis
Project Coordinator - IT & Events
Music Nova Scotia
(902) 423-6271 ext. x 110
(902) 221-7936 mobile
(902) 423-8841 Fax
1-888-343-6426 Toll Free
GMT -4
302-5516 Spring Garden Road
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 1G6
dwayne@musicnovascotia.ca
www.musicnovascotia.ca

1. Bands, Fans, and Brands – how to monetize your content in the digital age
2. Managers, Agents, and Labels – New Roles in the digital age
3. Measuring ROI – Public and Private Investment in the Music Sector

All talent buyers will also be out to see music showcases and the Five-Minute Pitch session.

Artists – get your showcase submissions in by Friday to get your music in front of these key decision makers!  Submit now: http://www.musicnovascotia.ca/nsmw-artists

International buyers and conference panellists are: Steve Mayall (UK) – Music Ally (Conference Designers), Ryan McCann (UK) – Music Ally, Benji Rogers (UK) – Pledge Music, Albert Marshall (UK) – Take-Two Interactive Software, Henning Ahrens (Germany) – Four Artists Booking, Marigny Lee (USA) – Summerstage/New York City Parks Foundation, Steve Savoca (USA) – Domino Recording Co., Kieran Hanrahan (Ireland) – Temple Bar Trad Festival, Cillian Stewart (Ireland) – Castlepalooza/Cherrycool Promotions, Gregg Boggs (CDN) – Sony Music Canada and Suze Casey (CDN) – Calgary Folk Club. 

Domestic buyers are: Paula Davis – Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre, Susan Hoover – Osprey Arts Centre, Donald Ferguson – Marigold Cultural Centre, David O'Leary – Evergreen Theatre, Erick Bickerdike – Chester Playhouse, Miles MacDonald - Chedabucto Place Theatre, Leif Helmer – Little River Folk, George Douglas – Tantramar Theatre, Carlton Munroe – Glasgow Square Theatre and The New Glasgow Riverfront Jubilee, Russell Easy – Lunenburg Folk Harbour Festival, Errin Williams Spidle – Harmony Bazaar Festival, Geoff Keymer – Kings Theatre, Troy Greencorn – Stan Rogers Folk Festival, Jonas Colter – Evolve Festival, Jason McLean – The Sunseekers Ball Music & Arts Festival, Lulu Healy – TD Halifax Jazz Festival and Jonny Stevens – Halifax Pop Explosion.
More domestic and international buyers to be announced soon!

Conference delegate passes will be $75 (plus service fee), available through Ticketpro.  Delegates will be given all-access to the conference, regular showcases and late night venue.  Showcasing artists will automatically be given a delegate pass.

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About Nova Scotia Music Week (NSMW):

Now in its 14th year, Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week brings together the music industry and the public for four jam-packed days of performances, music industry conference, international and domestic buyers programs, and the gala awards show. Music Nova Scotia is proud to present Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week 2010. The event will be held in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia from November 4-7, 2010.

About the NSMW 2010 International Conference Buyers:

International Buyers and Conference Panellists
Steve Mayall (UK) – Music Ally (Conference Designers)
Steve Mayall is MusicAlly's mobile expert. He has previously worked as a senior analyst for the Informa Telecoms and Media group focusing on the global mobile media market, where he co-authored the last three annual executive reports on mobile music. Prior to that he worked in business development for the Somethin' Else group where he was involved in developing Europe's first ever music service over early WAP phones, and also worked at the MCPS PRS Alliance providing intelligence on digital music at the end of the nineties

Ryan McCann (UK) – Music Ally
Ryan is both the editor of Sandbox, Music Ally’s specialist digital music marketing publication, and manages Music Ally’s digital marketing activities. Ryan was previously digital marketing coordinator at Rough Trade Records, where he managed a number of successful digital campaigns. As a writer he was responsible for all copy at RoughTradeRecords.com, artist press releases and also worked as a freelance music journalist for The Stool Pigeon. Campaigns Ryan has worked on have included Jarvis Cocker, Antony & the Johnsons, Super Furry Animals, The Hold Steady, The Libertines, My Morning Jacket, Micachu & the Shapes, British Sea Power and more

Peter Jenner (UK) – Sincere Management
After gaining a First Class Honours Degree in Economics at Cambridge University, Peter Jenner became a Lecturer at the London School of Economics at the tender age of twenty-one.   His career in academia lasted four years after which he left to devote his attention to managing an up-and-coming modern music group that had caught his attention. The band's name was Pink Floyd. Jenner then put on a series of free concerts in London's Hyde Park that culminated with The Rolling Stones in 1969. Now, after more than forty years in the music business, the list of clients he has worked with reads like a Who's Who of musical successes. He has managed Tyrannosaurus Rex (fronted by Marc Bolan), helped set up Harvest Records and produced and managed many of its bands - notably Roy Harper, The Edgar Broughton Band and Kevin Ayers.  He then on went to manage and produce Ian Dury and the Blockheads and manage The Clash, The Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy, Michael Franti, Robyn Hitchcock, Eddi Reader and Baaba Maal, amongst others. Currently, Jenner manages Billy Bragg's career and has done so for more than twenty five years. He is President Emeritus of the IMMF, a director of the UK MMF (Music Managers' Forum) and on the advisory board of The Featured Artists Coalition. Jenner has also taken an active role in discussions on future digital music delivery systems and payment to artists, in many countries. He has an overriding interest in securing artists rights and their income from these rights and has spoken frequently and publicly on the subject. In 2006, Jenner courted controversy with a seminal paper and subsequent conference called ‘Beyond the Soundbytes’. Here, he proposed an ‘Access to Music Charge’ that he saw as some small compensation for artists, in addition to removing the attraction of using unauthorised sites in the digital environment (such as Limewire and Pirate Bay). However he accepts that the Control of Copyright is no longer a practical approach and that the challenge has become getting appropriate remuneration for the digital use of music.
Benji Rogers (UK) – Pledge Music
Benji Rogers is an independent musician from London England who has been making his own records since 1999. Through PledgeMusic Benji will be releasing his 5th independent record under the name Marwood. Born in London, but having lived in New York, Los Angeles and Boston Benji has variously worked in television and film, as a camera operator, and audio engineer. He has even run a bar in New York! Benji has been on tour with his band and as a solo artist with relatively few breaks since 2001 in both the US and Europe. With his mother, father and stepfather all having variously been managers, label owners, publishers and musicians, in the music industry he was literally born into it.

Albert Marshall (UK) – Take-Two Interactive Software
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading worldwide publisher, developer and distributor of interactive entertainment software, hardware and accessories. The Company's proprietary brand franchises include Grand Theft Auto, Sid Meier's Civilization®, Max Payne, Midnight Club, Manhunt, Red Dead Revolver, BioShock®, Sid Meier's Railroads!®, Sid Meier's Pirates!™, and Top Spin. Licensed brands include the sports games Major League Baseball® 2K, NBA® 2K, and NHL® 2K.

Henning Ahrens (Germany) – Four Artists Booking
Henning Ahrens started his career into the music industry in 1997 at Blue Star Promotion in Bremen. Within the first two years he used to work as an Assistant for different Booking Managers in the company. When Blue Star Promotion was sold to the DEAG (Deutsche Entertainment AG) in 2000 Carlos Fleischmann, Philipp Styra and Henning Ahrens moved to Ossy Hoppe's office (CoCo Tours) in Frankfurt. After a year they all moved to DEAG headquarter in Berlin. By that time Henning Ahrens already worked as a Junior Booker for Artists like Kylie Minogue, Muse, The Roots, Black Eyed Peas, Erykah Badu, Kosheen and many others.  In 2005 he started working with Four Artists Booking Agentur GmbH in Berlin. Since then he constantly build his own international roster now including acts like Wintersleep, The Courteeners, Atmosphere, Brother Ali, Rich Aucoin, Art vs. Science, Philadelphia Grand Jury, Teitur, Asher Roth, Balkan Beat Box and many others. He does also promote two German artists. Culcha Candela and Sido. Both are signed to Universal Records and have Gold status with their current releases. Four Artists was founded in 2000 by the German Hip Hop pioneers "Die Fantastischen Vier". The company has a very strong national roster containing acts from different genres. The most well known artists are Peter Fox, Seeed, Die Fantastischen Vier, Digitalism, Clueso, Culcha Candela, Sido, Stanfour, and many others.

Marigny Lee (USA) – Summerstage/New York City Parks Foundation
Marigny has worked for City Parks Foundation, a nonprofit organization which is the largest presenter of free performing arts in New York City for 8 years.  She has held various positions within CPF (currently as the Artist Relations Manager in the music programming dept) responsible for marketing, production and programming (specifically with Central Park & Citywide SummerStage, CityParks Concerts, and Charlie Parker Jazz Festival). She has also worked in artist management with the likes of the Gypsy Kings, Hugh Masekela, Dr. John, Gogol Bordello, Olu Dara, Cassandra Wilson, etc. with Impact Artist Management.

Steve Savoca (USA) – Head of Digital
Steve Savoca is the global head of digital for the Domino Recording Co. His primary responsibilities involve driving new digital business, developing strategic marketing partnerships and managing the company’s digital infrastructure.  Savoca is a music industry veteran with 14 years of experience in all facets of the business including A&R, project management and sales. But his focus and passion of the last 12 years has been online, where he has helped the evolution of digital marketing and sales. He has held senior roles at celebrated Warner Music imprint, Sire Records, where he started the new media department and at Zomba Label Group, during its teen-pop period. For Zomba’s winning Jive Records division, Savoca developed cutting edge online campaigns for super-star artists, such as Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears, R. Kelly, Chris Brown and many others. He played a key role in building the company’s digital commerce business pioneering initiatives with vital retail partners. At Domino, Savoca has secured licenses for the label’s renowned catalogue with market leaders and innovators in digital and mobile commerce, including; Apple, Google, Nokia, eMusic, Napster and many others.

Gregg Boggs (CDN) – Sony Music Canada
Greg Boggs began his career in New York City in the back offices of performing rights organization BMI. For a few years, he bounced between the Writer/Publisher Relations departments of BMI and SESAC, signing various artists from Spoon and Promise Ring to Kid Rock and Creed. He then took up with Time Bomb Recordings (Arista/BMG) as East Coast A&R, where he signed Canadian artist Starling. In 2000, Boggs joined the A&R department at Columbia Records in New York City, where he worked with Lost Prophets, Acceptance, Aqualung, & Robi Rosa, among others. Since early 2006, Boggs has held the position of Head of A&R for SonyBMG Canada (now Sony Music Entertainment Canada). Since taking over A&R duties for Sony Canada’s domestic roster, his signings include ill Scarlett, Ash Koley (whose debut album will be released this spring), and Crash Parallel. Boggs holds a Marketing degree from Richard Stockton College of New Jersey. He is currently based in Toronto.

Suze Casey (CDN) – Calgary Folk Club
Suze is the artistic director for the Calgary Folk Club. The Calgary Folk Club is the largest folk club in Canada, now in its 39th season. Suze books top talent from Calgary and from around the world.  Besides being an exceptional place to play, it is also a good place to listen to music. There is no bar service during performances so the focus remains on the music. And it has grown into a social event. People have sat at the same tables with the same people for years. Some bring their own food and they decorate their tables at Christmas. And as with most folk clubs, it would cease to exist without the volunteers. It started with the wives and families of the band members, but grew in numbers and professionalism. Suze first attended as an audience member in 1978 and started by stacking chairs at the end of the night. "We've built a community," she says. "It's become more than the music. It's a place like the world should be, when you're here." Casey, a former schoolteacher, now works professionally in music. She learned her trade at the club. Past legendary performances include Stan Rogers, Rita MacNeil, Tom Paxton and Odetta.

Kieran Hanrahan (Ireland) – Temple Bar Trad Festival
Kieran Hanrahan is an Irish radio host and high profile musician, born in Ennis, Co. Clare. He began playing traditional Irish music on the tenor banjo at the age of fourteen, and had won the All-Ireland banjo championship by the time he was eighteen.  Over the years, Kieran has helped found a number of traditional bands, including Inchiquin, Stockton's Wing, and the Templehouse Ceili Band.
Kieran has hosted radio programs for the Irish national broadcaster RTÉ since 1991. Currently he hosts Céilí House, the anchor radio program on traditional Irish music aired weekly in Ireland on RTÉ Radio1.
In April 2009, Kieran was appointed Temple Bar Trad Festival programmer. Each year Temple Bar comes alive a series of festival concerts and a rich line up of musical performances, workshops, high quality street theatre, family events and much more in a celebration of traditional Irish music and culture. The 2009 festival featured such luminaries, as Kevin, Seamus and Paddy Glackin, Solas, Moya Brennan, Paddy Keenan, the Tulla Ceil Band and many other renowned artists. The Temple Bar TradFest 2010 will run from 27th-31st January. Now in its fifth year the festival will hope to build on its previous success. Having won the coveted title of “Best Traditional Music Festival” in the 2008 Irish Festival Awards the sky is the limit as far as festival organisers are concerned. The 2009 Trad Festival was organised by TASCQ and sponsored by Bushmills and Dublin City Council.

Cillian Stewart (Ireland) – Castlepalooza/Cherrycool Promotions
Cillian Stewart, Managing Director of Cherrycool Promotions, leapt from his successful post in sales at Newstalk radio station after seeing a gap in the Irish music market. He created the Castlepalooza Music & Arts Festival in August 2006 as an alternative choice for music fans - the beginning of four popular years of entertainment at the enchanting Charleville Castle, Tullamore, IRELAND. As Castle Palooza Festival Director, Cillian has staged bands from the legendary Sister Sledge to the more home grown Fight Like Apes, the Blizzards and David Kitt & this year sees Mercury Rev headline. He's championed new innovations in the Irish festival scene & continues his ambition to create the perfect festival. In 2007, Cillian created the Irish Festival Awards for Irish people to cast their vote on the events in the Irish music calendar. Castlepalooza is always excluded but has already being nominated twice in the UK Festival Awards for 'Best European Festival'. 2009 also saw it being nominated in the European Festival Awards for ‘Best Small Festival’. Instead of relaxing in his spare time, he enjoys running - but no, not the flat kind, Mountain Running is where it’s at!

Delegate pass rate: $90.00 per night plus HST

For bookings, contact:

Rodd Grand Yarmouth
902.742.2446
1-800-565-7633 
http://www.rodd-hotels.ca/ourhotels/ns/roddgrand/index.asp

If you still want the preferred rate, but want to stay a short walk from the main centre of action, book now at The Rodd Colony Harbour Inn.

For bookings, contact:

Rodd Colony Harbour Inn
http://www.roddhotelsandresorts.com/ourhotels/ns/colonyinn/index.asp
902.742.9194
Fax: 902.742.6291

For more information on accommodations, go to http://www.yarmouthandacadianshores.com/where-to-stay/

Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week will also expand its successful International and Domestic Buyers Program, linking musicians with venue managers, booking agents and event producers.  The Bringin’ It Home program will draw 24 Nova Scotian venue presenters who will be looking to block book for the 2010-2011 season.  Music Nova Scotia will also be attracting local festival and event presenters, as well as university and college buyers.  Our international buyers will largely come from the US, UK and Irish markets.

Conference delegate passes will be $75 (plus service fee), available on May 15 through Ticketpro.  Delegates will be given all-access to the conference, regular showcases and late night venue.  Showcasing artists will automatically be given a delegate pass.

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About Nova Scotia Music Week (NSMW):

Now in its 14th year, Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week brings together the music industry and the public for four jam-packed days of performances, music industry conference, international and domestic buyers programs, and the gala awards show. Music Nova Scotia is proud to present Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week 2010. The event will be held in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia from November 4-7, 2010.

About the NSMW 2010 Conference:

#1 Bands, Fans, and Brands

The Bands, Fans, and Brands track will focus how to monetize your content in the digital age. Topics of discussion will include new ways to license your music (new media, video games, advertising, and film/television), how to attract and engage audiences in the digital era, new ways to monetize the live show, and how artists and brands can innovatively join forces to create and strengthen brand awareness and raise artists’ visibility.

#2 Managers, Agents, and Labels

Track #2 of The New Music Experience conference brings together influential local, regional, national, and international managers, agents, and labels face-to-face to discuss new opportunities and challenges to develop an artists’ career through digital and social media platforms and how their roles are evolving in this context.

#3 Measuring ROI – Public and Private Investment in the Music Sector

Corporations no longer “sponsor” cultural events for the warm and fuzzies. They seek meaningful marketing partnerships with organizations that can increase their bottom line. Governments are facing more and more scrutiny from their constituents as they demand more accountability and transparency in the spending of tax dollars.

Track #3 is designed to provide essential insight and discussion on the new models of partnerships, both public and private, that require measuring tangible results to justify investment. ROI is becoming the most important component to securing funding and cultural industries must now be equipped with the appropriate tools to do so. Otherwise, your funding and business will face serious risks.

For further information, please contact:
Laura Simpson
Communications and Membership Coordinator
Music Nova Scotia
(902) 423-6271 ext #2
(902) 423-8841 Fax
1-888-343-6426 Toll Free
GMT -4
302-5516 Spring Garden Road
Halifax, Nova Scotia  B3J 1G6
laura@musicnovascotia.ca
www.musicnovascotia.ca

Last year, Yarmouth and its accommodations received nearly 700 conference delegates and opened its music venues to thousands of fans.  Using figures and indicators provided by the Nova Scotia Department of Tourism, Culture and Heritage, it is estimated that over $620,000 was generated in revenue in the host community by attending delegates and the local public. An additional $60,000 was spent directly by Music Nova Scotia on local goods and services.  Artists earned more than $300,000 from business created at the festival.  This makes Nova Scotia Music Week a million-dollar event.

“We’re just thrilled to be able to host it again this year,” said Karen MacKay, General Manager of the Rodd Grand, host hotel of Nova Scotia Music Week 2009.  “This has been one of the best events we’ve ever had.  It’s huge for the tourism factor and it’s huge for even the gas stations in town to have all these people in our communities.  Anytime of the year is great, but November is perfect because it’s one of the slowest months. This is the brightest piece of news we’ve had in a long time…since last November!”

Laura Muise is the General Manager of Rudder’s Restaurant, a music venue during Nova Scotia Music Week 2009.  She also was delighted with the announcement.

“It means a lot to the businesses in Yarmouth.  The mood has been very sad since we’ve been dealing with the loss of the ferry link.  So to hear this news is just fabulous.” 

Music Nova Scotia’s Executive Director Scott Long said last year’s Nova Scotia Music Week in Yarmouth was the most successful to date. 

“Nova Scotia Music Week is becoming not just a great celebration for fans and musicians, but a serious place to do business. This year, we will be expanding our lucrative international buyers program and making this a truly global event.” 

The host location was selected after an open call for submissions.  After review, Yarmouth demonstrated the best infrastructure and readiness to host the four-day event this year.