Let’s Connect at Music Biz 2026

Thinking about attending Music Biz Conference this year? 🎶 📊 Music Biz has become one of the industry’s most important gatherings, bringing together artists, labels, distributors, tech companies, and music professionals for several days of panels, conversations, and networking.

Hosted by the Music Business Association, the conference focuses on the business side of music, covering everything from streaming and marketing to rights, data, and emerging trends shaping the industry. Here’s everything you need to know before you go…

Let’s Connect at Music Biz 2026

📆 When: May 11 – 14, 2026

📍 Where: Atlanta, GA

About Music Biz Conference

Music Biz Conference 2026 is one of the music industry’s leading annual events, bringing together professionals from across the global music ecosystem for several days of networking, education, and collaboration. Hosted by the Music Business Association, the conference will take place May 11–14, 2026, at the Renaissance Atlanta Waverly in Atlanta, Georgia.

The event gathers thousands of attendees from record labels, distributors, streaming platforms, publishers, tech companies, and artist teams, creating a space where the business side of music comes into focus. Through panels, workshops, and roundtable discussions, Music Biz covers key topics like music marketing, streaming strategy, rights and royalties, data, and emerging industry trends.

More than just a conference, Music Biz is designed to facilitate meaningful connections and real conversations that shape the future of the industry. With attendees representing hundreds of companies and over 30 countries, it remains one of the most important gatherings for anyone looking to better understand how the modern music business operates and where it’s headed next.

How To Prep

Music Biz is packed with activity, so planning ahead can make a big difference! We recommend mapping out the panels, workshops, showcases, and networking events you want to attend before you arrive so you can make the most of your time.

When it comes to promo materials, think modern and easy to share. Skip bulky formats and focus on tools that help people quickly access your music and remember you later. QR code listening cards, business cards linking to your Spotify, Apple Music, or EPK, stickers with QR codes, mini zines or lyric cards, and other lightweight materials can all help you stand out.

The real value of conferences often comes after the event. Following up with new connections via email or social, engaging with posts, and staying visible can help turn quick conversations into long-term relationships.

Symphonic’s Laura Catana (Director of Content & Social Media Strategy) and Patra Sinner (General Counsel) will be participating in two panels this year! 🎤 See full details below…

Set It and Grow: How Automation Is Leveling the Marketing Playing Field

Speaker: Laura Catana

“This panel explores how marketing automation is no longer just a major-label luxury. AI and automation tools are making it possible for artists to launch professional, data-driven campaigns with a single click — transforming limited time and budgets into sustainable growth.”

Customer Due Diligence: Verifying Identity in the Streaming Era

Speaker: Patra Sinner

“With more creators than ever before, knowing who you are paying is critical. Fake artist identities, hijacked accounts, and fraudulent royalty claims now cost the industry billions annually, and erode stakeholder trust. This session explores how identity is emerging as the next essential layer of platform integrity.

Customer Due Diligence, as deployed in high-touch, high-value markets with real regulatory oversight, is the gold standard. In this panel, experts discuss practical frameworks for confirming creator identity, preventing abuse, and ensuring that real artists get real credit. The conversation highlights what a more transparent, accountable creator ecosystem could mean for rightsholders, distributors, and fans alike.”

If you’d like to meet up with someone from our team, please fill out this Meeting Request Form.

See you there!