Beatport Announces Initial Programming for Second LA Edition of Beatport Connect

The online music store and global DJ culture brand Beatport is bringing its industry conference Beatport Connect back to Los Angeles with a series of notable speakers. The event will take place September 25 at the W Hollywood. Tickets are available now.

Programming:

• This year, the conference will expand to two spaces.

• One will “focus on the cultural, technological, and industry trends shaping electronic music.”

• The second will “feature practical sessions on artist career development, with first-hand advice from artists and industry professionals on branding, business, partnerships, and long-term career growth.”

Personnel:

• Confirmed speakers include:

• Adrienne Fitzpatrick of Warner Records.

• Bailey Greenwood of WME.

• Maddy Savage of Ninja Tune.

• Matt Gralen of Beatport.

• Maurice Slade of SoundCloud.

• Nicholas Douglas of Notion.

• Katie Bain of Billboard.

• Artists Kitty Amor, MPH, salute, and Wuki.

What they said:

• Beatport’s Chief Brand Officer Ed Hill: “As the home of electronic music, Beatport has always been about connecting the people who move the culture forward. Beatport Connect brings artists, promoters, labels, technologists, and fans together to share ideas, build new relationships, and shape what’s next for the industry. We’re excited to return to Los Angeles on an even bigger scale this year.”