Trade Organizations and Associations

Descriptions

  • “A2IM is a leading voice of independent music whose mission is to: Promote growth, awareness, and opportunities for independent music through advocacy, education and community... A2IM represent a diverse group of over 600 Independently owned American record labels. A2IM’s independent community includes music labels of all sizes and staffing levels across the United States, from Hawaii to Florida.”

    Contact:

    132 Delancey Street, Second Floor, New York, NY 10002

    info@A2IM.org

  • The Americana Music Association is a not-for-profit trade organization advocating for American Roots Music around the world. It is a network for Americana artists, radio stations, record labels, publishers, and others with the goal of developing an infrastructure that will boost visibility and economic viability.

  • “The Association of Independent Music Publishers (AIMP) was formed in 1977 by a group of Los Angeles music publishers, and has local chapters in Los Angeles, New York and Nashville. The organization's primary focus is to educate and inform music publishers about the most current industry trends and practices by providing a forum for the discussion of the issues and problems confronting the music publishing industry. The AIMP provides a unique medium for those in the music industry to discuss with their colleagues various points of view from the cutting edge of the ever-changing music business. The opportunity to exchange ideas and opinions with others on issues of mutual concern is fostered by the informal atmosphere of the AIMP's monthly meetings, forums, and workshops. The AIMP includes in its membership not only independent music publishers, but those publishers that are affiliated with record labels or motion picture and television production companies. In addition, individuals from other areas of the entertainment community, such as motion picture, television, multimedia and home video producers, the record industry, music licensing and supervision, songwriters, artist managers and members of the legal and accounting professions are active in the AIMP.”

    Contact:

    Los Angeles AIMP Office

    PO Box 6363 Pine Mountain Club, CA 93222

    Ph: (818) 771-7301

    LAinfo@aimp.org

    New York AIMP Office

    Attn: Becca Wasserman

    85 Fifth Avenue, Floor 11 New York, NY 10003

    NYinfo@aimp.org

    Nashville AIMP

    Ph: (618) 210-0075 - Courtney

    NAinfo@aimp.org

  • Gender Amplified, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization that aims to celebrate women music producers, raise their visibility and develop a pipeline for girls and young women to get involved behind the scenes in recording studios.

  • Folk Alliance International (FAI) was founded in 1989 to connect folk music leaders aiming to sustain the community and genre. The leading international voice for folk music, FAI is an arts nonprofit and NEA designated National Arts Service Organization based in Kansas City, Missouri, USA. FAI is also a member of the Alliance of Performing Arts Conferences (APAC) and the Performing Arts Alliance (PAA).

  • “The Music Business Association (Music Biz) is a not-for-profit membership organization that advances, promotes and invests in the future of the music business by providing a trusted forum where ideas and cooperation flourish. Through events, education and engagement, Music Biz brings together the full breadth of the industry for unparalleled access to networking, resources and thought leadership.”

    Contact:

    Please use this form to submit a general inquiry or call the office directly at 856.596.2221.

    https://musicbiz.org/contact-us/

    https://musicbiz.org/about/staff/

  • The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) is a 501(c) not-for-profit trade organization that works to help songwriters in three ways: through legislative advocacy, through education and advice about the actual craft of songwriting, and through teaching about the music industry, and how to best position a song for success within it.

  • “The Recording Academy represents the voices of performers, songwriters, producers, engineers, and all music professionals. Dedicated to ensuring the recording arts remain a thriving part of our shared cultural heritage, the Academy honors music's history while investing in its future through the GRAMMY Museum, advocates on behalf of music creators, supports music people in times of need through MusiCares, and celebrates artistic excellence through the GRAMMY Awards — music's only peer-recognized accolade and highest achievement. As the world's leading society of music professionals, we work year-round to foster a more inspiring world for creators.”

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    Contact:

    The Recording Academy

    National Office

    3030 Olympic Blvd. Santa Monica, Calif. 90404

    (310) 392-3777

  • “Founded in 1917, the National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) is the trade association representing all American music publishers and their songwriting partners. Its mission is to protect, promote, and advance the interests of music’s creators. The NMPA is the voice of both small and large music publishers, and is the leading advocate for publishers and their songwriter partners in the nation’s capital and in every area where publishers do business.”

    “The goal of NMPA is to protect its members’ property rights on the legislative, litigation, and regulatory fronts. In this vein, the NMPA continues to represent its members in negotiations to shape the future of the music industry by fostering a business environment that furthers both creative and financial success. The NMPA has remained the most active and vocal proponent for the interests of music publishers in the U.S. and throughout the world, a continuing tradition of which the association is very proud.”

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    Contact:

    975 F Street, NW Suite 375 Washington, DC 20004 USA

    Natalie Madaj

    Email: nmadaj@NMPA.org

  • SITM is a nonprofit organization increasing the number of women working in music – songwriters, engineers, producers, artists and industry professionals.

    We are an independent, global network that operates as a unifying organization for women from across the industry, creating strength and impact on a global scale. As an umbrella nonprofit, we also provide resources and support for female-focused initiatives that are working to create meaningful change - both through our own programs, as well as external efforts around the world.

  • “The Recording Industry Association of America® (RIAA) is the trade organization that supports and promotes the creative and financial vitality of the major music companies. Its members comprise the most vibrant record industry in the world, investing in great artists to help them reach their potential and connect to their fans. Nearly 85% of all legitimate recorded music produced and sold in the United States is created, manufactured or distributed by RIAA members.”

    “In support of this mission, the RIAA works to protect the intellectual property and First Amendment rights of artists and music labels; conduct consumer, industry and technical research; and monitor and review state and federal laws, regulations and policies. RIAA also certifies Gold®, Platinum®, Multi-Platinum™, Diamond and Los Premios De Oro y Platino™ sales and streaming awards.”

    Contact:

    1025 F St NW. Washington, District of Columbia, US

    202-775-0101

    Gold & Platinum Program

  • shesaid.so is a global independent community of women and gender minorities in the music industry. From all sectors of the music industry: from record labels, artist management companies, and booking agencies, through to technology platforms, creative agencies, composers, artists and more.

  • “An advocacy organization formed by and for professional songwriters to fight for our rights, including:

    Our right to fair pay in the age of digital media

    Our right to speak out and give a collective voice to the songwriting community

    In lieu of a union to uphold the standards of safety and equality in our workplaces, where music is created”

    Contact:

    https://wearesona.com/get-involved/#contact

  • https://www.nivassoc.org/

  • https://www.musicartistscoalition.com/

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