We’re excited to announce our confirmed discussion topic for the upcoming Flux Summit 002 on Thursday, January 21st at Pyramind Studios.

“What’s Shaking Down SF Music Venues?”

What does the future hold for San Francisco’s nightlife? The venues, artists and musicians who spend their lives dedicated to music and the fans who enjoy it are being threatened by the actions of the California Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC). Hear about the issues first hand from top representatives in SF’s music nightlife including club owners and city representatives and get involved in a group discussion. Learn about the challenges facing our community and find out how you can get involved.

This discussion will be moderated by Michael Winger, the current SF Chapter Secretary for the Recording Academy. Other speakers include:

• Debra Walker (Candidate for SF District 6 Supervisor & Advisor of SF Music and Sustainability Policy)
• Mark Rennie (Entertainment Law Specialist)
• Terrance Alan (SF Entertainment Commission Founding President)
• Tim Benetti (Co-owner of Nightclub, Bottom of the Hill)

Doors open at 6:00pm and the discussion starts at 6:30pm. Following the discussion is the mixer (7:30pm) and Test Press.

As always, Flux Summit is free, but RSVP is required and capacity is limited. Click here to RSVP now.

Flux Summit 001 was a huge success and we’re ready to do it all over again with the next event this coming January.

We’re just beginning to take ideas for the discussion topic now. These discussions are based on current topics affecting the electronic music industry and are community driven. Submit your ideas now by emailing us at info@fluxsummit.com.

Also, Test Press (the music review session) has now begun taking submissions for the next event. To learn more and submit your tracks, click here.

As always, Flux Summit is free, but RSVP is required. You can register for the event here.

Lots more info to come in future weeks. Keep in touch with us on Twitter and Facebook to stay updated.

Looking forward to seeing everything at Flux Summit 002 in January!

If you have any feedback about the event we want to hear it. Email us at info@fluxsummit.com. Also, if you have any ideas for discussion topics for our next event, please let us know.

We’ll be uploading video from the discussion soon. In the meantime, you can check out photos from the event on our Facebook page at:

http://www.facebook.com/FluxSummit

Remember, if you upload any photos/video to flickr or other sites or create blog posts about Flux Summit, be sure add the tag fluxsummit.

See you at Flux Summit 002!

Flux Summit is located at Pyramind, 832 Folsom between 4th & 5th Street. If you are taking Bart or Muni, exit Powell Street Station and walk down 4th to Folsom. If you are driving, street parking and paid lots around the area are available.

Below is a quick run-down of tonight’s agenda. You can find out more by clicking here.

The discussion is a Q&A that looks at the best ways to promote labels and artists. Effective marketing and promotion campaigns, tools, how to engage media outlets, who is relevant these days, and what it should cost are just some of the topics that will be covered. Case studies and new tools will be showcased.
Audience participation will be encouraged for this discussion so get your questions ready.

Confirmed Panelists are:

Leeor Brown (Terrorbird Media, SF-LA)
Leeor Brown is a lead publicist at Terrorbird Media, an innovative independent music marketing company based in SF, LA and NY. Based in Los Angeles, he also recently(in March) launched a new imprint called FoF Music(aka Friends of Friends) which aims to change the way labels conceive and release albums/music.

Matt Wright (IODA)
Matt Wright currently works at IODA, overseeing promotional marketing partnerships and maintaining relationships with online retailers such as Insound, Other Music, and Lala.  He managed the Portland, Oregon-based band Blitzen Trapper for 5 years — helping them transition from relatively unknown local band to nationally touring Sub Pop recording artist — before transitioning to his current band Web Guru/#1 Fan/General Input Giver role.  Before starting at IODA, Matt ran a small music PR company called Matt Wright PR, handling print and online press campaigns for the likes of Anticon, Tomlab, and Cex.  Before that he worked with Gang of Four bassist Dave Allen at now-deceased online music retailer OEbase.com.

Steffen Franz (IDC)
Steffen Franz launched Independent Distribution Collective in 2004 and since then has grown the company from 9 labels to over 250 labels with close to 300 releases in less than 5 years. In addition to launching a physical distribution company, which now includes both digital, film, DVD distribution and music licensing for TV and Film, Steffen has also developed services like “InstantDistro” a turnkey marketing and promotion service, and “A La Carte Management” which helps advance the independent music community and educate developing artists.

J-Boogie (Producer, SF – TBC, Om Records)
San Francisco resident and world-renowned DJ/producer J-Boogie has continued to challenge the boundaries of the music world across genres, styles, languages and borders throughout his 15-year career. This truly unique artist speaks to his listeners through a diverse musical language that he has created, integrating various techniques and musical genres including dub, soul, hip–hop, reggae, funk, Latin, afro-beat, bhangra, dancehall, disco, electro and house. Constantly revolutionizing the game, creating new sounds, and always keeping fans on their feet, J-boogie has and continues to lift music to its full potential through his distinct approach and one of a kind style.

The panel is being moderated by music industry veteran, Tomas A. Palermo. Tomas has logged 20-plus years in the music business as a DJ, writer, editor and music consultant, and also worked in music retail, distribution and media. He’s the former editor at XLR8R Magazine (1999-2005) and currently contributes to that publication, SF Bay Guardian, WireTapMag.org, and his own blog, ForwardEver. He produces music as Double Identity, runs the Voltage Music label, co-hosts a weekly radio show on KUSF 90.3 FM and DJs clubs.

Tomas, along with our panelists, will bring their knowledge to the Flux Summit for a lively discussion on how artists and labels can maximize their message and increase their fan base.

PreSonus will be demonstrating its new Studio One Pro and Studio One Artist DAW software for Mac OS X and Windows XP/Vista.  Demonstrations will take place throughout the evening so you can check out the discussion, mingle at the mixer and still catch up on the latest PreSonus software at anytime during the night.

A few of the software’s compelling features include fresh code, extensive drag-and-drop features, no-brainer MIDI mapping, auto-configuration with PreSonus hardware, superb audio quality, unlimited tracks and plug-ins per track, support for the latest standards and technologies, and a wealth of high-quality effects plug-ins and virtual instruments. A single, straightforward workspace allows you to track, edit, and mix in one easy-to-navigate window.

Studio One Pro also includes a fully integrated mastering section that automatically updates your mastering project when you edit any song in the project. Powerful, fresh, attractive, and cutting-edge, Studio One proves that a digital audio workstation can be easy to use without compromising quality or features.

This and so much more make Studio One Pro and Studio One Artist the next generation in audio software.

For more information on PreSonus and Studio One Software, visit their website at www.presonus.com.

Moderated by Tomas Palermo (ForwardEver Media, Managing Editor WireTapMag.org, DJ on KUSF), this will be a Q&A discussion with experts examining the best ways to promote artists and labels. The discussion will cover effective marketing and promotion campaigns, online tools, how to engage media outlets, what methods are relevant these days, and what a decent campaign should cost. The discussion will also touch on digital promo servicing, web presence, social networks as well as the differences between doing PR independently and using professional services.

Info on speakers for this discussion is coming soon.

Learn more about the Flux Summit on October 1 and RSVP by visiting http://www.fluxsummit.com.