Maya Shipman PKA Suzi Analogue of Never Normal Records [interview]
In this edition of A2IM’s Featured Executive column, we’re highlighting the work and accomplishments of Maya “Suzi Analogue” Shipman, the founder/owner/operator of Never Normal Records, based in Miami, FL.
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Maya “Suzi Analogue” Shipman is a prolific Producer, Songwriter, Composer, Member Of DISCWOMAN Collective, The Recording Academy & Creator Of Never Normal Records based in Miami, FL.
Introducing The Color of Music Collective
In this piece, we meet the Color of Music Collective, and organization on a mission to highlight and amplify the work of BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ persons operating in the music business.
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Color of Music Collective, an organization with the mission of amplifying the voices of BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals working in the music industry. Founded by
Mia Van Allen and
Marcella Desharnais, the organization is paving the path for public discussion and promotion of underrepresented communities within the music industry. Let’s just say they’re working towards reshaping the narrative of leadership and success within the overall industry. While there is a long way to go, organizations such as Color of Music Collective show the importance of highlighting stories often untold and making a serious change and impact for the next generation of artists and industry leaders.
Brandon Strickland, Chief Exec, Producer at Doite Media
In this edition of A2IM’s Featured Executive, they’re highlighting the work of Brandon Strickland, the Chief Executive and producer at Doite Media, working to create royalty solutions for music professionals and give creatives the ability to retain their copyrights.
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Brandon “Carlyle” Strickland
, Chief Executive and Producer at Doite Media and a BIMA Fellow
Merlin, Distrokid sponsor new Pan Am Indie Music Summit
Indie trade group Merlin and distributor Distrokid are teaming up to sponsor the inaugural edition of Pan Am Indie Summit, a trade conference for the independent music sector.
Set for April 15th, the Pan Am Indie Summit, which will be held virtually this year, will feature a full day-long slate of panels, presentations, and one-on-one networking meetings.
Jointly organized by A2IM (USA), ABMI (Brazil), A.S.I.Ar (Argentina), CIMA (Canada), IMICHILE (Chile), and WIN (global), participants will have the opportunity to engage with various trade organizations in the western hemisphere, meet other business owners through one-on-one networking meetings, and gain insights into the various markets across the Americas.
Amir Sadik Abdullah, founder/owner at 180 Proof Records [A2IM Featured Exec]
In this edition of A2IM’s featured exec, we learn a little about 180 Proof Records founder and owner
Amir Sadik Abdullah, an executive dedicated to helping elevate Black independent artists and labels.
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Amir Sadik Abdullah
Founder and Owner of 180 Proof Records and A2IM 2021 BIMA Fellow. Amir has dedicated his life’s work to helping Black independent artists and labels get their shine and fair shot. Read our full conversation with Amir below, and follow 180 Proof Records on Bandcamp, Instagram,