Latin Alternative Music Conference 2012
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The Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC) is an annual event that takes place in New York City. The conference is a gathering of Latin music professionals, including musicians, journalists, record label representatives, and more.
Introduction
The Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC) is an annual event that celebrates and promotes Latin alternative music. The conference is the brainchild of Argentinean-American music executive Thomas Torres, who conceived the idea while working on a project to promote Argentine rock music in the United States.
Held in New York City, the conference typically lasts four days and features a variety of panels, workshops, and showcases. Attendees can expect to see some of the biggest names in Latin alternative music, as well as up-and-coming artists from all over the world.
The LAMC has become one of the most important events in the Latin alternative music calendar, and is essential for anyone with a serious interest in the genre. If you’re looking to catch up on the latest trends, network with industry professionals, or just enjoy some great music, the LAMC is definitely worth checking out.
History of Latin Alternative Music
Latin Alternative music is a term used to describe a wide range of genres that have emerged from the Latin American countries since the mid-1960s. These genres include but are not limited to rock, pop, hip hop, electronica, and punk.
The roots of Latin Alternative music can be traced back to the political and social turmoil that was taking place in Latin America during the 1960s. At this time, many young people were beginning to challenge the traditional values of their societies and were looking for new forms of expression. For some, music became a way to express their dissatisfaction with the status quo.
The first wave of Latin Alternative music began in the mid-1960s with the rise of various rock bands in Mexico and South America. These bands were influenced by the British Invasion bands such as The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, as well as by US garage rock bands such as The Stooges and The MC5. Many of these early bands played a mix of styles that included elements of rock, pop, and blues.
One of the most important early Latin Alternative bands was Argentine group Soda Stereo. Formed in 1982, Soda Stereo is often credited with being one of the first groups to successfully blend rock with electronic music. Their innovative sound helped pave the way for other Latin Alternative artists who would follow in their footsteps.
In the 1990s, there was a second wave of Latin Alternative music that was led by groups such as Los Fabulosos Cadillacs and Cafe Tacuba from Mexico, Aterciopelados from Colombia, and Bersuit Vergarabat from Argentina. These groups took the sound of Latin Alternative music in new directions by incorporating additional genres such as ska, punk, and hip hop.
Today, there are hundreds of different Latin Alternative artists making music all over the world. Thanks to the internet and social media, this genre has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years and is now being heard by more people than ever before.
The Latin Alternative Music Conference
The Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC) is an annual event that brings together music industry professionals from all over the world to discuss the state of Latin Alternative music. The conference features panel discussions, workshops, and showcases from some of the biggest names in the Latin Alternative music scene.
What is the Latin Alternative Music Conference?
The Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC) is an annual event that takes place in New York City. It is a forum for panel discussions, performances, and showcases featuring Latin Alternative music. The conference also hosts the Latin Alternative Music Awards ceremony.
When and where is it held?
Now in its 14th year, the Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC) will be held in New York City from July 10-14, 2012. The conference will take place at various venues throughout Manhattan, with the main events happening at Gracie Mansion and the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM).
What are the goals of the conference?
The Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC) is an annual event that takes place in New York City. The conference was founded in 2002 by Josh Norek, a music journalist and former Editor-in-Chief of Latin TRENDS magazine. LAMC is the only large-scale music industry event in the U.S. that focuses exclusively on Latin Alternative music.
The goals of the conference are to showcase the best and brightest in Latin Alternative music, to provide a networking forum for artists, industry professionals and media, and to serve as a platform for discourse on issues facing the Latin Alternative music community.
The 2012 Conference
The Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC) is an annual event that takes place in New York City. The conference is a gathering of Latin music professionals, including musicians, journalists, and industry insiders. The conference features panels, workshops, and showcases. The showcases give unsigned and up-and-coming artists a chance to perform in front of industry professionals.
Highlights of the 2012 conference
The 2012 Conference was held at the Pacha nightclub in New York City from July 11-14. The conference featured panels, workshops, and performances by some of the biggest names in Latin Alternative music.
One of the highlights of the conference was the panel discussion on the state of the Latin Alternative music scene. The panelists included Grammy-winning producer Adrian Quesada, DJ/producer Residente Calle 13, and Anejo label founder Pepe Garza. The panelists discussed the challenges and opportunities that Latin Alternative artists face in today’s music industry.
Other highlights included a performance by Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Julieta Venegas, a workshop on music marketing with Gustavo Arellano (author of Taco USA: How Mexican Food Conquered America), and a panel onwomen in the Latin Alternative music scene featuring activists Fabi Reyna (founder of She Shreds magazine) and Andrea Valdez (editor of Latina magazine).
Keynote speakers
This year the Latin Alternative Music Conference will feature four keynote speakers. The first speaker on the list is Grammy award-winning musician Ozomatli. The second is Pandora Radio founder Tim Westergren. Rounding out the list of keynote speakers are Gloria Estefan and Pete Perez of Energia Entertainment Group.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Latin Alternative Music Conference 2012 was an important event for the music industry. It provided a platform for artists and industry professionals to network and discuss the future of the Latin alternative music scene. The conference also highlighted the importance of online and social media in promoting and connecting Latin alternative music with fans around the world.
