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The International Soul Music Summit Returns

The International Soul Music Summit Returns
Posted By: Reginald Culpepper on March 14, 2007


The International Soul Music Summit (ISMS) returns to Atlanta, Georgia, July 25– 29, 2007 with a new theme, more artists, networking and nightlife activities. With the theme: "Underground Meets Mainstream: It's Time to Connect," the International Soul Music Summit is ready to make a global impact. The largest music conference in the world dedicated to the soul genre, the International Soul Music Summit provides mainstream, emerging and independent soul artists, retailers, consumers and executives with information, networking opportunities, and technology on how to build noteworthy careers while continuing to make passionate, timeless music. Terry Bello, Executive Producer/Creator of The International Soul Music Summit and Billboard's 2006 Music Director of the Year, says this year's summit will be the event of the soul music world.



"The first conference, planned in only six weeks, attracted attendees from across the US and as far away as London. By broadening our theme, we have invited people from other music scenes to honest, open and frank conversations about music. We have opened the door for artists to speak directly to the decision Bello, a longtime radio personality and the voice of soul radio says, "My goal is to educate people about this music and do everything possible to get this scene and the music to the next level. Like Jazz and hip-hop before us, this music is underground now but is poised to be the next big thing." Components of the 2007 International Soul Music Summit, July 25 – 29th, include: Panels (artists, retail, radio, management, performance, consumers etc.)

- Live Performances & Concerts/Acoustic Jam Sessions
- Themed Networking Sessions/ISMS Network
- Unsigned Artists Showcase
- The Angel Awards
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