MMF-US MEMBERSHIP PERKS
Discounts for Folk Alliance International Conference
The 37th Annual Folk Alliance International Conference, taking place February 19-23, 2025, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, is the world’s largest gathering of folk musicians and industry professionals, featuring a diverse range of genres including Appalachian, Americana, Blues, Bluegrass, Celtic, Cajun, Global Roots, Hip-Hop, Old-Time, Singer-Songwriter, Spoken Word, Traditional, Zydeco, and various fusions. Over five days, attendees will experience performances by legends and rising stars, keynote addresses from influential figures, and panels and workshops with industry experts, all fostering connections and career growth. Highlights include Official Showcases with 160 jury-selected artists, late-night Private Showcases, and the International Folk Music Awards, honoring industry leaders and talent. Global summits and networking sessions promote meaningful dialogue, while scholarships, discounts, and volunteer opportunities ensure accessibility. With more than 2,500 showcases in the same hotel, the event offers an immersive experience for the folk music community.
Folk Alliance International offers scholarships to artists and music industry professionals, (including managers) who have never been to the conference before. These are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and any industry professional is eligible. Scholarships cover 50-100% of the conference registration cost (but does not include travel or lodging expenses). More details can be found here: https://www.folk.org/conference/scholarships
Folk Alliance International is providing MMF-US members with a $100 discount on the registration cost for their annual conference. MMF-US members can access this discount code by logging into the MMF-US Member Portal.
Discounts for New Colossus Festival NYC
The New Colossus Festival is a five-day showcase event taking place March 4-9, 2025, at eight independent music venues in the Lower East Side, NY. Bringing together over 150 emerging artists from around the world, it includes the Colossal Conversations music conference and networking event. Badges will enable priority access to shows, panel discussions, and parties happening over the course of the festival. They are also offering a “Pro” level badge to create more opportunities for our music industry community. This badge will be personalized with your name, your company’s name, and includes the festival badge benefits plus the following additional perks:
• Delegate Welcome Party on Wednesday March 5
• Daily “pro delegates only” networking mixers
• Access to the delegate database
• Co-Founder mentoring regarding touring the US market upon request
• An exclusive New Colossus Festival tote bag and t-shirt
• Special delegate discounts at select local restaurants and shops and more
• More perks TBA
New Colossus Festival is providing MMF-US members with a 20% discount on the registration cost for their General Admission Badge (normally $175.10) and Pro Delegate Badge (normally $288.40). MMF-US members can access these discount codes by logging into the MMF-US Member Portal.
Discounts for SXSW 2025
MMF-US is excited to offer our members special discounts on SXSW 2025 badges. This is exclusive pricing and is a significant discount on full-price badges. Discounts are offered on Platinum, Interactive, Film & TV, Music and EDU badge types. Taking place March 7-15, 2025 in Austin, TX, SXSW is the essential destination for global professionals. The annual event will feature Conference sessions, Film & TV festival screenings, Music Festival showcases, Comedy Festival sets, world-class Exhibitions, competitions, Awards and much more! For 37 years, SXSW has been fueling the growth of creative industries and inspiring professionals worldwide. Don’t miss out on the trends, ideas, and innovations that will shape 2025 and beyond!
Key Reasons for attending:
Learn from industry leaders
Upskill with professional development offerings
Network with people from your industry and beyond
Find future collaborators and new business
Inspire action and invigorate thinking for 2025
SXSW 2024 Conference and Festivals, had over 437,000 people in attendance. Over nine days they hosted 3,800+ conference speakers, 400+ film and TV screenings, 270+ exhibitors, with 100+ countries represented, across 130+ venues, with 1200+ music acts performed, and 250+ official parties and events. Imagine the inspiration fueled by this convergence of industries and ideas!
Discount available through 2/27/25!
MMF-US members can access these discount codes by logging into the MMF-US Member Portal.
RAMPD
RAMPD: A Resource for Recording Artists and Music Professionals with a Disability, Neurodivergence or Chronic Condition - This July, we'd love to highlight RAMPD, a platform offer career development, wellness resources, networking and growth opportunities to creators and industry-side professionals working anywhere within the music, sound and live entertainment industries with a disability, neurodivergence or a chronic or mental health condition. Learn More about RAMPD HERE
RAMPD has provided MMF-US members with a 50% discount on RAMPD Pro membership. MMF-US members can access this discount code by logging into the Member Portal.
Marni Wandner Coaching
Marni Wandner is a board certified integrative health coach and holistic executive coach working primarily with creatives, musicians, and music industry professionals over the past 9 years. Marni draws on her 20+ years as a music business entrepreneur and executive (in marketing and artist management) to help her clients with everything from burnout, stress management, energy levels, and resilience-building to productivity, focus, leadership, and navigating career changes. She offers one-on-one coaching as well as workshops and group sessions.
Marni Wandner is offering MMF-US members a special discounted rate of $175 per session + 20% off all workshops/group sessions for teams. Access this discount by logging into the MMF-US Member Portal.
Music Ally
MMF-US is a member of the International Music Managers Forum (IMMF). IMMF facilitates free subscription access to Music Ally for all MMF-US members. Music Ally is a global music industry news and information resource with a particular focus on innovation. Its Sandbox reports (subscribers only) drill down into music marketing trends. Receive a Free Subscription for the service, usually valued at £399/year
The Details: To receive your free subscription to Music Ally you MUST be an MMF-US member to qualify. Please send an email to us at info@mmfus.com with "Music Ally subscription" in the subject heading and include in the email a simple list providing us your first name, last name, email address, city, state, country, and which genres your work focuses on.
Billboard
Billboard, a leading music publication, offers a comprehensive view of the music industry's evolution driven by financial forces. From streaming revenue shaping label acquisitions to online platforms paying record sums for rights, Billboard Pro provides in-depth reporting, analysis, and interviews with key industry figures. Covering over 200 charts, including iconic ones like the Hot 100 and newer additions like the Global 200, Billboard remains the industry standard. Their Deep Dive reports cover trends like the vinyl resurgence and the African music market, while the Billboard Bulletin provides daily updates. Billboard Pro membership offers VIP access to events and exclusive perks.
Billboard, the world’s premier music publication, has partnered with MMF-US to provide our members with a 50% discount on subscriptions.
CelebrityAccess
CelebrityAccess offers access to a treasure trove of comprehensive data, cutting-edge news, invaluable industry contacts, powerful tools,
and complimentary research meticulously crafted to support businesses navigating the entertainment industry today. Gain access to the most accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date industry information available ... at your fingertips!
CelebrityAccess has partnered with MMF-US to provide a $100 discount off annual memberships (1, 2 or 3 year subscriptions only, month-to-month accounts are not eligible). Current subscribers can receive the discount upon your renewal.
Music Business Registries
For more than three decades Music Business Registry have continually published the most up-to-date contact information directories available for music business professionals and those serving the industry. Their titles include the Film & Television Music Guide, A&R Registry, Music Publishers, & Music Business Attorneys. mblists.com provides live, up-to-the-minute, searchable access to all of the data in our directories, as well as artist managers' data. Options include downloading selected data in .csv (comma-separated value) format for use in your programs.
MBR has provided MMF-US members a 10% discount code for all Music Business Registry directories.
Symphonic - Starter Plan
For years, Symphonic has been a selective distributor, witnessing the rise of successful artists like Ozuna, Doechii, and ALOK. The company created the Starter plan because they believe every artist deserves access to top-tier technology, client service, and extensive reach. With the Starter plan, emerging artists can launch their careers using the best tools available. For just $19.99 a year, Symphonic Starter provides unlimited music uploads under one primary artist account, distribution to over 200 major platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and TikTok, and the ability to keep 100% of earnings and rights. Artists also benefit from free royalty splits with collaborators, advanced analytics, and essential marketing tools. While personalized marketing support is not included, the plan offers unparalleled distribution network and technology to help artists grow their careers.
Symphonic offers MMF-US members a 25% discount on their Starter Plan.
Bandzoogle
Bandzoogle is an online platform which provides tools for musicians to build a professional website. From mobile design options, to commission-free music and merch sales, built-in crowdfunding, and fan subscription tools, now tens of thousands of artists from around the world use Bandzoogle to create beautiful websites and power their direct-to-fan marketing and sales. Trust the site-builder made for musicians, by musicians.
Bandzoogle has provided MMF-US members a 15% off first year discount code
Merch Cat
Get ready for a revolution in merchandise revenue with Merch Cat. This user-friendly platform, priced at $10.99 per month or $109.99 per year, allows artists to process sales, track inventory, and gain valuable insights, all from iOS devices. Integrated with Square and Bandsintown, Merch Cat offers real-time inventory tracking, auto-generated settlement sheets, and a MerchMetrics dashboard for actionable sales data, helping musicians maximize their merchandise revenue.
Merch Cat has partnered with MMF-US to provide our members with a 10% discount code for use of their app, for any physical merch purchase or merch consulting service.
Cosynd
MMF-US members are now eligible to receive discounts from Cosynd.
Cosynd provides a platform/tool to register your copyrights, create agreements, and establish your ownership.
ArtistServices Therapy
MMF-US is excited to announce a partnership with ArtistServices Therapy, a psychotherapy practice dedicated to the unique mental health needs of artists, creatives, and creative executives. Founded by music industry veteran David Andreone, ArtistServices offers evidence-based psychotherapy and creative/professional coaching to address issues like depression, anxiety, creative blocks, trauma, substance use, and more. Music managers are often the first to notice when their artist clients are in mental or emotional distress, making proactive and supportive intervention possible. Through this partnership, MMF-US members receive deeply discounted rates for both in-person and virtual therapy sessions (psychotherapy limited to clients located in California, creative coaching available worldwide). The ArtistServices team, with backgrounds in music, film/TV, and tech, understands the unique challenges creatives face and provides tailored support to help them thrive personally and professionally.
ArtistServices is offering MMF-US members deeply discounted rates for in-person and virtual therapy sessions - $100 per session for the first 6 sessions (50% off) and $150 per session thereafter (25% off). Psychotherapy is available to clients in California, while creative coaching is offered worldwide. Access this discount by logging into the MMF-US Member Portal.
Discounts for Sync Summit 2025 in LA & NY
Mark Frieser, CEO of Sync Summit, is offering MMF-US members exclusive discount codes: $400 off in-person access and $250 off online access for his upcoming Summits in Los Angeles (February 3-6) and New York (April 9-10).
Sync Summit LA, the annual flagship event, will take place at El Cid on Sunset from February 3-6, 2025, featuring four days of panels, keynotes, and demos with over 100 speakers from the music, tech, film, and ad industries. Attendees will have access to online and in-person networking opportunities, showcases, composition challenges, workshops on sync and scoring, and a songwriting camp. The event also includes a music supervision workshop and a metadata session, providing each attendee with an EPK on the Sync Summit website, video archives, a final contact list, and the chance to submit music directly to all event speakers.
The AdSync Summit NY will be held April 9-10, 2025, at the Hard Rock Hotel in NYC and online, focusing on the unique challenges of integrating music into advertising, where brands and ad agencies often lack dedicated music supervisors and make independent music decisions. This inaugural event aims to gather professionals from brands, ad agencies, and the music industry for collaboration, learning, and networking through keynote conversations, panels, breakout sessions, and artist showcases. Both in-person and online attendees will have access to all sessions, networking events, presentations, video archives, and a list of participants who consent to share their contact information
Sync Summit is offering MMF-US members a discount of $400 off in-person access and $250 off online access for both the LA and NY Summit events. Members can obtain this discount code by logging into the MMF-US Member Portal.
The Details: MMF-US Members now receive a discounted rate of $25 per application (plus federal filing fees) when using Cosynd’s copyright registration service. That includes the preparation, review, e-filing, and handling of correspondence with the U.S. Copyright Office until you receive your certificates of registration. With Cosynd, you can protect your music, videos, images, and more for a fraction of the time and cost compared to other services.
Once you’re ready to register, you can use this calculator to help you determine how many applications you may need to file when using Cosynd. You can also use this step-by-step guide if you need a little extra help during the process.
Registering your copyrights with the U.S. Copyright Office grants you many protections - including the right to file a lawsuit. It’s important to get to this early. It can take months to complete and can be nearly 20x more expensive to expedite registrations if you find yourself in a jam.