September 24th – 27th 2009 Atlanta, GA
The ISMS is a forum for the exchange of information relating to the business of soul music and a showcase for new and emerging Soul artists.
• The inaugural Summit in August 2006, planned in 4 weeks over 500 attendees.
• IN 2007 over 1200 attendees and the addition of evening activities.
• IN 2008 over 1900 attendees and added (3) live events each night and introduced workshops.
• The ISMS has shown 50% growth each year with notable guests like: Algebra, Rashaan Patterson, Dionne Farris, Jaguar Wright, Joi, Eric Roberson, Raphael Saddiq, Van Hunt,Tony Rich,Trina Broussard, Rashaan Patterson, Peven Everett, Heston, Martin Luther, Maysa (formerly of Incognito), Ann Nesby, Conya Doss, Algebra, Frank McComb, Lina, Davina, St., N’Dambi, Yazarah, Donnie, Anthony David, Peter Hadar, Carmen Rodgers, Middle Child, Russell Taylor, Jon Bibbs, Carol Riddick, Salakida, Allison Crockett, Kelly Love Jones, Kay-Ree, Sy Smith, Big Brooklyn Red, Marlon Saunders, Vinx, Gordon Chambers and many more!
ISMS will be filled with continuous panels (artists, retail, radio, management, performance, consumers, etc.) live performances and concerts/acoustic jam sessions, a themed networking session, DJ parties, and unsigned artists showcases. Add to the mix a fashion show, The Recognition & Homage Awards show, art gallery showcases and exclusive VIP parties with headlining artists.
Source: http://www.soulmusicsummit.net/
