Midem places an emphasis on supporting music professionals the world over, encouraging business development and talent discovery.
This forum has been developed to assist with the structuring of the music industry in Latin America to stimulate international exchanges.
Midem and Bizarro join forces to propose a unique 2021 digital programme: a spotlight on the Latin American music industry, bringing together movers and shakers of the region and their global peers.
The event will also highlight the artistic scene and the different music genres throughout digital showcases and dj sets.
Special networking opportunities will be scheduled to connect Latin artists and executives with their international counterparts.
Beyond business, this programme will spotlight local talents that are export-ready in order to create opportunities for them to reach new audiences. The focus of the whole event will be on Argentina, Chile, Colombia and Mexico.
Midem Latin American Forum is accessible to all for free. All you need to do is register on Midem Digital to access all sessions.
You were registered for Midem 2020 or you are already registered for Midem Digital.
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Looking to develop your network and grow your international business?
Meet with leading executives from Latin America's most exciting markets in a one-to-many session!
Virtual Networking Session
How to participate to these networking sessions?
Step 1: add the session to your schedule on Midem Digital.
Step 2: make sure you block the session’s date and time in your Outlook calendar, to ensure your availability for this session and to get a reminder.
Step 3: on D-day, make sure you have the latest Zoom update, connect via the Zoom link in the description box of the session and choose which virtual room you want to join (one per each country).
Understanding Latin America
Latin music is breaking borders and has gone global, producing some of today’s hottest artists and songs. Opportunities are endless: this panel will highlight the must-know trends and insights on the key markets - focusing on Argentina, Chile, Colombia and Mexico - for anyone interested in doing business in the region.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Join this panel to learn more about the LATAM tech ecosystem. Key players and innovation experts will provide their analysis on the state of the region's music tech ecosystem as well as sharing thoughts on current opportunities for startups to develop business and grow in South America.
Women Voices in Latin America
Women across the industry are raising their voices and accessing leadership roles. This exclusive panel will bring together artist and festival founder Francisca Valenzuela, leading manager Camila Saraiva and digital power player Laura Tesoriero for a conversation on the place of women in today’s music business in Latin America.
Decoding the Alternative Music Scenes of Latin America
In association with the LAMC
This panel will delve into the vibrant alternative music scenes in Argentina, Colombia, Mexico and Chile, covering a diverse array of genres from rock to trap, cumbia, folkloric, electronica and more. Industry executives will compare notes on successes, challenges, how these scenes support each other and connect to a global audience.
Latin expert and Billboard’s VP Latin Leila Cobo goes through groundbreaking songs in Latin music, highlighting hits from her latest book “Decoding "Despacito": An Oral History of Latin Music” and today’s hotest musical trends.
Join these sessions on 11 and 12 March, 2021.
Discover the Latin American music scene through an exciting lineup of freshest talent from Argentina, Chile, Colombia and Mexico.
Part of the programme, exclusive live sessions from the women mariachi ensemble Flor de Toloache ; the Chilean / Angolan rising trap artist Polimá Westcoast, the exciting rock band Diamante Eléctrico and Argentinian Jazz duo Cande y Paulo.
Virtual meetings via Midem Digital
Organise your own virtual meetings & network with the +10K Midem international delegates on the platform.
To set-up a virtual meeting with another attendee, you will need to have mutual interest in each other, using the "interest" tool. Once the interest is mutual:
• Step 1: find the attendees’ profile in your list “My connections” and click on “request a meeting”. The system automatically suggests you mutual time slots so make sure your agenda is up to date by updating your availabilities on your profile. Once ready, send your request.
• Step 2: when the meeting is confirmed, you will find it listed in “My Agenda”. Click on “Open the Virtual Room” to access the meeting and follow the instructions on your screen.
You were registered for Midem 2020 or you are already registered for Midem Digital.
Fill the form and create a free account to connect with all Midem Digital members.
Midem is a business enabler, helping and supporting new territories to structure and develop their local music markets thanks to a unique programme of knowledge sharing, networking, inspiration, conferences and meetings.
Midem has created the Midem Latin American Forum, a long-term programme designed to establish business and artistic relationships between Latin America and professionals from the rest of the world. The forum aims to develop and sustain the structuring of local and regional music ecosystems and international business in Latin America.
