SEPT 19-20 // Lawrence public library // replay // lucia // SEPT 19-20 // northside social // eighth street taproom //
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CONFERENCE
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10:00
Sept 20
Conference Registration
Lawrence Public Library Auditorium
Lawrence Public Library Auditorium
10:15
Sept 20
Panel: Lawrence Venue Roundup
Lawrence Public Library Auditorium
Learn how to book gigs and partner with your music venues for gig success!
11:15
Sept 20
Mastering the Merch Stand
Lawrence Public Library Auditorium
The merch stand can make or break your gig, tour or album release. Learn how to maximize and expand your merch offerings.
11:15
Sept 20
Studio Tours
Sound + Vision Studios
Learn about the recording, podcasting and production facilities available to all patrons of Lawrence Public Library.
12:00
Sept 20
On the Road: Touring
Lawrence Public Library Auditorium
Panel discussion sharing tips to book, manage and achieve success on tour.
12:00
Sept 20
DJ Workshop with Jon Sabillon
Meeting Room A
DJ workshop with Jon Sabillon, diving into DJ principles, technology and sharing projects that expand who can DJ and how
12:00
Sept 20
Studio Workshop: Using the Library's Synths
Sound + Vision
Studio Specialist Matt Pelsma will demonstrate a typical recording setup using the library's collection of synthesizers.
01:00
Sept 20
Make Your Release an Event
Lawrence Public Library Auditorium
This panel discusses how to make the most of your album or music release, capitalizing on media, fan engagement and gigs.
01:00
Sept 20
Music for Mutual Aid
Meeting Room A
Music as Mutual Aid will focus on the role artists and music industry workers can play in today's challenging political climate.
01:00
Sept 20
Studio Pre-Production Workshop
Sound + VIsion Studio
Save time, money and frustration by learning how to be fully prepared with your music before hitting the studio.
02:00
Sept 20
Demo Dip
Lawrence Public Library Auditorium
Submit your unreleased demo for live feedback from a panel of industry experts
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LINEUP
Friday Sept 19 - Saturday Sept 20
Repay Lounge
Lucia
Taproom
Northside Social
Lawrence Public Library Lawn
REplay lounge - lucia
taproom- nOrthside social
Lawrence PUblic Library Lawn
LYXE
THE WHIPS
RUDY LOVE & THE ENCORE
KAT KING
SON VENEZUELA
THE ROSELINE
EDDIE MOORE
VCMN
RAP VETERANS
HELLO BIPLANE
SOCIAL CINEMA
DJ JON SABILLON
ZEE UNDERSCORE
INDRA
MALEK AZRAEL
BAD SELF PORTRAITS
TERI QUINN
CHEERY
TRUE LIONS
TOMMY JOHNSON
FRANKIE SHOREZ
BLOOD & VELVET
PAXTON HARVEY
FOXLIN
KAHLULEE
DYLAN GUTHRIE & FRIENDS
FESTIVAL
Live music all across Lawrence: 25+ acts performing in 5 venues across Lawrence showcasing the best in local & regional talent. All genres, colors, shapes and sizes. Plus, a free all-ages outdoor concert on the lawn of Lawrence Public Library. Full weekend wristbands and individual day passes available.
CONFERENCE
Saturday Sept 20th, 10am - 3pm: the 12th annual MixMaster Music Conference. Topics include music booking, how to release an album, touring tips, music as mutual aid, production workshops, DJ workshop, and demo dip. In the Lawrence Public Library Main Auditorium, Sound + Vision Studio and Meeting Rooms.
EVENT INFO
Presented by the Lawrence Music Alliance, MixMaster2025 is a music conference and festival in Lawrence, Kansas // A one day music conference in Lawrence Public Library on Saturday Sept 20th with panels, workshops, discussion and networking // Live music showcases on Friday and Saturday feature more than 25 local and regional acts performing in 5 venues across 2 nights of music across Lawrence, Kansas // A free all ages concert on the library lawn Sat Sept 20th
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What is MixMaster?MixMaster2025 Music Conference & Fest is a two-day music community event that brings local artists and music industry professionals from across the region together to share information, learn from each other, and support our music ecosystem. The only music industry event of its kind in our region, MixMaster is uniquely positioned to support the economic vibrancy of the Kansas creative sector, adding to the cultural growth of our live events and entertainment sector, while focused on engaging our music community through programs, performances, collaboration and networking. MixMaster2025 is a project of the Lawrence Music Alliance, and is supported by an Unmistakable Event grant from the City of Lawrence, a NetWorked Community Solutions Grant from NetWork Kansas, and support from the Kansas Arts Commission.
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Where is MixMaster taking place?MixMaster2025 is held in Lawrence, Kansas. The conference is based in Lawrence Public Library, with the main program in the library auditorium. Additional conference workshops take place in the Sound + Vision Studio and Meeting Room A in the lower level of the library. The live music showcases take place at multiple venues around Lawrence, including the Replay Lounge, Lucia, Eighth St Taproom, Northside Social on Friday Sept 19 and Saturday Sept 20. A special free all-ages concert is taking place on the Lawrence Public Library lawn on Saturday Sept 20 from 4pm.
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How do I get tickets?Tickets are available through Eventbrite at http://mixmaster2025.eventbrite.com A weekend pass is $25, a single day pass is $10 and registration for the conference only is $10. Wristbands will be available for purchase at all participating venues. Several events are free, including the Saturday Library Lawn Concert 4-9pm at Lawrence Public Library, as well as all shows at Northside Social.
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Who is the music conference for?The MixMaster conference is designed for musicians, bands, music industry and music supporters. Topic will be most relevant for artists who are looking to find more opportunities to play shows, release music, book gigs and advance their music career. Topics are geared towards practical tips based on experience from music industry professionals. Artist peers, venues, radio and media, music industry and more are represented, and all participants are encouraged to connect and network, and share what they learn with bandmates, friends, family and colleagues.
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Why is a music conference important to the music community?Through the 2024 Lawrence Music Census we have learned much about the needs of our music community in business training, financial support and connectivity. For example, music generates $13M in income locally, with creatives spending an average of $4,435 in the local community. However, gig income is lower than comparative studies, at $101 per gig. Only 1 in 4 music community members has received any kind of financial support for music. Lawrence creatives surveyed perform more than 9,600 gigs outside of Lawrence, yet 60% of respondents indicated the need for music export funding or tour support. More than 6,500 live events happen in Lawrence each year, yet 82% of respondents need audience development tools, while 57% desire a place to connect with music industry services. 52% of creatives seek audio/video/production training. The MixMaster event is focused on addressing these specific needs while making Lawrence the premier music city in our region to offer such an event.
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Who organizes MixMaster?MixMaster2025 is a project of the Lawrence Music Alliance, a non-profit that uses the framework of music ecosystem development to engage the music community, advocate on behalf of musicians and creatives, and act as a vital intermediary between the creative economy and the city of Lawrence, KS.
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