MMS Sessions #009 is Coming! We Welcome Matt Parsons, CEO of Ditto Music.

Want to release your own music? Thinking of starting your own record label? Matt Parsons from Ditto Music will be demystifying the whole process. It’s easier than you think!

About Ditto Music

Founded in 2005, the company help independent artists and labels promote, distribute and market their music. In 2007 they were responsible for the first ever unsigned artist (Koopa) to break the UK Top 40 singles chart. Today they have over 85,000 clients, 5 worldwide offices and achieved 13 UK Top 40 singles for independent artists. They distribute over 30,000 artists including Ed Sheeran, Paul McCartney and Finch. Nominated for ‘Best Label and Artist Services Company’ at the 2015 Music Week Awards, Ditto have revolutionised social media and PR services for artists across the globe.

As well as digital distribution to hundreds of key stores such as iTunes, Beatport and Google Play, Ditto Music provides you with the tools to succeed and build a brand behind your music. Releasing music online can be complicated. Whether you are setting up a record label, becoming chart eligible, collecting airplay royalties; you are able to do all of these things through Ditto Music simply and in less than 24 hours.

What will Matt be Talking About?

Matt will join us to talk about the incredible Ditto start-up story and how you can start a label and distribute your own music successfully without the backing of a major record label. He will also cover how to make money from your music and how to promote yourself as an artist.

MMS Sessions Ditto Music

When is it Happening? Can I attend?

MMS Sessions #009 is happening at school of electronic music on Tuesday 8th March 2016 from 7pm. The event is completely free to attend and is open to both students and the public. Please note spaces are limited due to the capacity of the room, to register to attend click here.

Unable to Attend? We’ll be Live Streaming the Event on YouTube!

As usual, we will be live streaming the event on our YouTube channel from 7.30pm. Get involved! The session will be fully interactive! Matt will be taking questions from our YouTube audience via Twitter and Facebook. Watch the live stream of the session here

Want to learn more about the courses we have to offer? Visit our Course Chooser for full details.

JUST ANNOUNCED: Ben Pearce joins us at Liverpool Sound City 2016!

This year we will be returning to Liverpool Sound City to host a whole day of DJing and Music Production workshops. Including a special remixing workshop with Ben Pearce!

When and Where is it Happening?

Friday 27th May 2016 10-4pm at the Titanic Hotel, Liverpool.

The Sessions

Throughout the day our DJ Tutor Mark One will be hosting free DJing workshops. Spaces are limited so please come down to register from 10am. From 1pm – 2.30pm, Ben Pearce will be remixing a track live. Our Ableton certified Tutor Tom Lonsborough will be demonstrating using Ableton Live with a live band set up from 3pm.

 

Tickets now Available!

To attend the free sessions you need to be a Liverpool Sound City Delegate. Tickets are now available on Skiddle! For more information on the events taking place, visit here.

Want to learn more about the courses we have to offer? Visit our Course Chooser for full details.

UPDATE! Our Next Open Evening Has Been Re-Scheduled! Now on the 30th March 2016!

Our next Open Evening has been re-scheduled to Wednesday 30th March 7-10pm! Just in case you missed our first announcement, here’s a preview of what to expect on the night! Book your free place early to avoid disappointment!

Exclusive Course Discounts

Want to sign up for a course? Strapped for cash? Take advantage of exclusive course discounts which will only be available during the Open Evening! We will also be doing a raffle at the end of the day giving away a few freebies and discounts.

Take a Look Around our Studios And Meet The Tutors

Come along and take a look around our state of the art, professional studios. Our staff will also be on hand to talk you through the courses available and potential funding options.

school of electronic music Open Evening

Free Workshops

Want to try your hand at DJing or Music Production? Throughout the Open Evening we will be running free workshops! Have the opportunity to learn more about DJing or hone your skills on Logic Pro.

Free Music Industry Advice

Looking for that career change in 2016 but don’t know what the next step is? Our experienced staff will be on hand to offer music industry advice to discuss your options. Our DJ Tutor DJ Mark One will also be available to answer any questions from those of you looking to make money from DJing.

When Is The Open Evening Happening?

The Open Evening will be on Wednesday 30th March 2016 7-10pm. Register to attend click here

Want to take a look at all the courses we have to offer before you come down to the Open Day? Visit our Course Chooser for full details.