Urban Threshold's 2009 A&R Power Summit Photos

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OVERVIEW OF URBAN THRRESHOLD 2009 A&R POWER SUMMIT

Urban Threshold's Annual A&R Power Summit took place on May 2nd & May 3rd, 2009 at The Helen Mills Theater in NYC. Independent artists, producers, songwriters and managers came from all over the world to attend this illustrious event..

The A&R Power Summit is one of the most vital music conferences in America. It is the only conference that focuses on the role of the A&R.

For the past 4 years, some of the music industry's most influential decision makers have gathered at The A&R Power Summit to share their music business expertise with the summit's attendees.

The Summit has boasted a who's who of music industry executives. Past Panelists include: Jeff Dixon, Co-CEO of Disturbing Tha Peace, Chivon Dean, President of Ruff Ryders, Jeff Robinson, CEO of MBK Management (Alicia Keys Manager), Bryan Leach, President of Pologround Records, Sha Money XL, CEO of Money Management, Lenny S, VP of A&R of Def Jam, Wayne Williams, VP Of A&R of Jive Records, Super Producer Amadeus, Rapper Maino & Much Much More.

This year's panelists included Producer 88 Keyz, Riggs Morales, Director of A&R of Shady Records, Eric Beasley, Director of A&R of Asylum Records, Dre McKenzie, Director of A&R of G-Unit, Anthony Rich, A&R Manager of Jive, Walter Randolph, A&R Manager of Warner Music Group & liaison to Kevin Liles, Tone Capone, VP of A&R of Universal Records, DJ Alamo, Director of A&R of DTP/Def Jam and many more..

"The mission of The A&R Power Summit series is to bridge the gap between the unsigned artist and the music industry. Our main endeavor is to give talented artists and producers, who have few connections or resources, the opportunity to get their music heard and the chance to receive valuable information regarding the music business," stated Jesse Atkinson, CEO of Urban Threshold Inc. and founder of the A&R Power Summit.

The moderators included Steve "Raze" Senior VP of Multimedia & Digital Content of All HipHop.com, Maya The B, host of the Roundtable with Lenny S, and Rocky Thunder, host of Next Up Radio. The panels were moderated with vibrant energy and crowd- pleasing charisma.

The 2009 A&R Power Summit combined the elements of a music conference, an informational seminar, and an entertainment showcase into one lively event. It also provided an invaluable talent search resource to the music industry professionals present. A&R representatives from the top labels came together to discuss the best avenues for artists to take to get the record deal that will further their career. "It is imperative that artists and producers know and understand the multiple revenue streams in the game. You must think outside of the box and stay ahead of the new technology," advised Conrad Dimanche, President of PMP World Wide.

The summit's comprehensive program schedule of panels, workshops, and demo listening sessions addressed the important issues affecting the music industry today. The 2009 A&R Power Summit offered lively and incisive moderators, diverse participants, meaty discussions and spirited debates. Moreover, Unlike most big conferences, Urban Threshold's A&R Power Summit is one of the most interactive seminars around. Each attendee got the opportunity to have their music packages evaluated and critiqued by music industry professionals on the spot! "The demo listening session was my favorite part of the event. I heard some really good packages including tracks from a couple of producers that I will be getting back to right away," added Shady A&R guru Riggs Morales.

The event's sponsors included The Source Magazine, Yo Raps.com, Digiwaxx, Specialyst Ent, Fresh Exec Entertainment, Pro Ghetto Ent., and Fammly Inc.

About Urban Threshold Enterprises Inc.: Urban Threshold Enterprises Inc. is a NY based multi-faceted venture positioned to become one of the top brand names in the eight billion dollar urban lifestyle market. Urban Threshold Enterprises Inc. is the parent company of Hip Hop Palace.com, Promo Radio 24/7 FM, Urban Threshold TV, co-founders of Rap Fanatic magazine and publishers of Urban Threshold Magazine. In addition, Urban Threshold is the creator of the annual A&R Power Summit and the annual Underground Music Awards. Urban Threshold Enterprises Inc. is navigated by President and CEO Jesse Atkinson. The executive team includes Chief Operating Officer, Robert Wright, and Executive Vice president J. Price Mars.

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ITS DA KNOCK!!!... MUCH TO LUV TO E'RYBODY THAT WAS @ THE POWER SUMMIT... STAY FOCUSED (GE'GET IT)

[billy barnes]

A&R POWER SUMMIT WAS A BEAUTIFUL LOOK FOR INDEPENDANT ARTIST AND ANY ONE THAT IS LOOKING TO GET INTO THE MUSIC BUSINESS. MIKE MILLZ AND MY SELF SUPPORT IT AND RECOMMEND IT, AND IT IS WELL WORTH THE MONEY YOU PUT OUT BECAUSE THE OPPORTUNITY THAT YOU GET AND THE NETWORKING POSSIBILITIES.

[Urban Threshold Network]

What other conference allows you to have a one on one face to face meeting with the very same music executives who were on the panel?...The 2009 A&R Power Summit was off the hook. Up next is the 7th
Annual Underground Music Awards coming to the world famous BB Kings Concert Hall in Times Square, NYC on August 23rd, 2009 - While other promoters brag about being "national", Urban Threshold is the only promotion company that truly gives back to independent artists, producers, and songwriters...

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