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{{Short description|Annual music conference}}
{{Orphan|date=March 2025}}
{{Infobox music festival
| name = All About Music
| image = Allaboutmusicfront.jpg
| caption = All About Music in [[Grand Hyatt Mumbai]] in 2024
| status = Active
| frequency = Annually
| venue = [[Grand Hyatt Mumbai]]
| country = [[India]]
| years_active = 2017-present
| last = 6-7 August
| participants = 3,500+
}}

'''All About Music''', abbreviated as '''AAM''', is an annual music conference event held in [[Mumbai|Mumbai, India]]. The parent company of the event is TM Ventures.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2017-07-20 |title=All About Music: A conference by TM Talent Management in Mumbai - Highonscore {{!}} The Score Magazine |url=https://highonscore.com/music-conference-tm-talent-management-mumbai/ |access-date=2025-03-07 |language=en-GB}}</ref> The event provides a forum for industry professionals, artists, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders from India and around the world to network, exchange ideas, and explore new opportunities in the music industry.<ref>{{Cite magazine |last=Schwartz |first=Rob |date=2017-09-28 |title=All About Music Conference Brings Together Indian Music Industry |url=https://www.billboard.com/pro/all-about-music-conference-brings-together-indian-music-industry/ |access-date=2025-03-07 |magazine=Billboard |language=en-US}}</ref>

== Background ==
All About Music is typically held at the [[Grand Hyatt Mumbai]] in [[Santacruz, Mumbai|Santacruz]]. Previously, It used to be held at [[Taj Hotels|Taj Lands]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2017-10-08 |title=Mumbai - Inaugural "All About Music" conference |url=https://mobilium.com/dateline-mumbai-inaugural-all-about-music-conference/ |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=Mobilium Global |language=en}}</ref> The event usually spans three days in early August or September and is organized around a theme that reflects prevailing trends in the music industry.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2017-08-03 |title=6 reasons why you must attend All About Music conference! - Highonscore {{!}} The Score Magazine |url=https://highonscore.com/6-reasons-attend-all-about-music/ |access-date=2025-03-07 |language=en-GB}}</ref>

The conference features panel discussions, keynote speeches, workshops, and showcases for emerging musicians, along with live performances by various artists. AAM serves as a forum for networking, information exchange, and collaboration among participants from both the global music industry and the Indian market, addressing topics such as emerging technologies, market trends, and industry challenges.<ref>{{Cite web |title=All About Music final day: Veteran Singer Shubha Mudgal, Hanumankind, And Others Bring Down The Curtains On The Mega-Music Conference |url=https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/all-about-music-final-day-veteran-singer-shubha-mudgal-hanumankind-and-others-bring-down-the-curtains-on-the-mega-music-conference |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=Free Press Journal |language=en}}</ref> Over the years, the event has attracted thousands of attendees, including industry executives, artists, and brand representatives. Previous editions have included speakers and experts such as [[A. R. Rahman]], [[Lisa Mishra]], [[KRSNA (rapper)|KR$NA]], [[Raja Kumari]], [[Amit Trivedi]], and [[Salim–Sulaiman|Salim Merchant]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Trivedi |first=Aaryaman |date=2024-08-14 |title=All About Music 2024: A Glimpse into the Future of India's Thriving Music Industry |url=https://rollingstoneindia.com/all-about-music-2024-a-glimpse-into-the-future-of-indias-thriving-music-industry/ |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=Rolling Stone India |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-08-06 |title=All About Music Conference 2024: Day 1 Highlights & Key Events |url=https://www.groovenexus.com/music-fest/all-about-music-conference-2024-day-1/ |access-date=2025-03-07 |language=en-US}}</ref>

== History ==
=== 2017-2022: Inception to Global Music ===
[[File:AllAboutMusic2024.jpg|thumb|AllAboutMusic 2024 in Grand Hyatt, Mumbai]]
From its inception in 2017, All About Music has developed into a business-to-business (B2B) music conference in India.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Nair |first=Natasha |date=2017-09-15 |title=India's First Annual Inclusive Music Conference - 'All About Music' Is All About To Hit Mumbai |url=https://www.festivalsherpa.com/indias-first-annual-inclusive-music-conference-music-hit-mumbai/ |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=Sherpa Land |language=en-US}}</ref> The first edition established the event as a platform for discussions on innovation, industry growth, and collaboration among artists, professionals, and stakeholders. In 2018, the conference emphasized the role of technology in the music industry, with sessions on digital distribution, streaming platforms, and the impact of social media on artist careers.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Music Conference: All About Music |url=https://www.thewildcity.com/news/9003-music-conference-all-about-music |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=www.thewildcity.com |language=en}}</ref>

The 2019 edition focused on the theme "Music in Media," examining the relationship between music and film, television, advertising, and gaming. Industry professionals discussed how these sectors influence audience engagement and artist visibility.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-09-27 |title=All About Music 2019: A by-the-numbers picture of what data from Indian audio-streaming platforms reveals |url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/all-about-music-2019-a-by-the-numbers-picture-of-what-data-from-indian-audio-streaming-platforms-reveals-7409091.html |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=Firstpost |language=en-us}}</ref> In 2020, the conference transitioned to a virtual format due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Under the theme "Resilience and Reinvention," discussions centered on digital concerts, online music promotion, and evolving revenue models.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-08-30 |title=From All About Music's virtual 2020 edition, key insights into eight aspects of Indian music industry |url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/all-about-music-2020-insights-into-indias-growing-indie-scene-at-countrys-largest-music-convention-8768941.html |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=Firstpost |language=en-us}}</ref>

As the industry began to recover in 2021, the conference facilitated discussions on collaborations between musicians and filmmakers, providing opportunities for artists to present original compositions for film and sync licensing.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gurbaxani |first=Amit |date=2021-10-14 |title=10 things we learned about India's music industry at All About Music 2021 |url=https://musically.com/2021/10/14/india-music-industry-all-about-music-2021/ |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=Music Ally |language=en-GB}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Sebastian |first=Alexander |date=2023-09-19 |title=Can't Stop the Music |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/2023/Sep/19/cant-stop-the-music-2616240.html |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> In 2022, All About Music expanded its focus to include international perspectives, addressing India's position in the global music industry and strategies for artists and labels to extend their reach beyond domestic markets.<ref>{{Cite web |last=India |first=Rolling Stone |date=2022-09-13 |title=All About Music Returns for its Sixth Edition |url=https://rollingstoneindia.com/all-about-music-returns-for-its-sixth-edition/ |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=Rolling Stone India |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last1=cosmic |last2=MCAI |title=The All About Music 2022 Roundup |url=https://mcai.in/blog-detail/the-all-about-music-2022-roundup- |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=mcai.in |language=en}}</ref>

=== 2023: Transitions ===
The 2023 edition of All About Music (AAM) was centered around the theme "Transitions," focusing on emerging trends and developments within the music industry. The conference explored topics such as the impact of artificial intelligence, evolving market dynamics in the post-pandemic landscape, [[music publishing]], understanding your rights, modern-day [[Artists and repertoire|A&R]], effective monetization strategies, and music distribution methods and changing audience behaviors. Emphasizing connections, community, and consolidation, the event encouraged discussions on the future of the [[Indian Music Industry|Indian music industry]] and opportunities for collaboration.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-09-29 |title=All About Music 2023 Concluded On High Note |url=https://www.thedailyjagran.com/lifestyle/all-about-music-2023-concluded-on-high-note-10103966 |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=English Jagran |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Nucleya, Arivu, MC Stan, Shreya Ghosal & More To Feature At All About Music's 7th Edition |url=https://www.thewildcity.com/news/20359-nucleya-arivu-mc-stan-shreya-ghosal-more-to-feature-at-all-about-music-s-7th-edition |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=www.thewildcity.com |language=en}}</ref>
[[File:Allaboutmusicsession.jpg|thumb|An Image from 2024 AllAboutMusic's Session]]
The program included keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and networking sessions, all aligned with the "Transitions" theme. Notable industry figures, including [[Amit Trivedi]], [[Salim–Sulaiman|Salim Merchant]], [[Shekhar Ravjiani|Shekhar Ravjiyani]], MC Stan, [[Ricky Kej]], Raja Kumari, Lucky Ali, [[Sunidhi Chauhan]], Nucleya, Bismil, [[Daler Mehndi]], [[Shreya Ghoshal]] and KR$NA, participated in the conference, sharing their insights and experiences.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-09-29 |title=All About Music 2023 Concluded On High Note |url=https://www.thedailyjagran.com/lifestyle/all-about-music-2023-concluded-on-high-note-10103966 |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=English Jagran |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Madan |first=Ankita |title=All About Music's 7th Edition is taking place from 7th-9th of September 2023 at Grand Hyatt Mumbai |url=https://www.afaqs.com/companies/all-about-musics-7th-edition-is-taking-place-from-7th-9th-of-september-2023-at-grand-hyatt-mumbai |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=www.afaqs.com |language=en}}</ref>

=== 2024: Synthesis ===
In 2024, the All About Music (AAM) conference embraced the theme '''"Synthesis: Piece by Piece"''', focusing on embracing change, fostering collaboration, and building a sustainable future for the music industry.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Vasanth |first=Kusumitha |date=2024-06-21 |title=A.R.Rahman, Alan Meyerson, Subhash Ghai & more announced as speakers at All About Music Conference 2024 |url=https://theindianmusicdiaries.com/a-r-rahman-alan-meyerson-subhash-ghai-more-announced-as-speakers-at-all-about-music-conference-2024/ |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=theindianmusicdiaries.com |language=en-US}}</ref> The conference featured an impressive lineup of speakers, including renowned composer A.R. Rahman, Grammy-winning sound engineer Alan Meyerson, and veteran filmmaker [[Subhash Ghai]]. AAM 2024 served as a platform for music industry professionals to connect, share knowledge, and explore innovative advancements in the business of music, reflecting the essence of its "Synthesis" theme. In the 2024 Edition, There were over 3,500 attendees present in the event.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Trivedi |first=Aaryaman |date=2024-08-14 |title=All About Music 2024: A Glimpse into the Future of India's Thriving Music Industry |url=https://rollingstoneindia.com/all-about-music-2024-a-glimpse-into-the-future-of-indias-thriving-music-industry/ |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=Rolling Stone India |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=8th edition of 'All About Music', India's only B2B music conference, begins in Mumbai |url=https://www.theweek.in/news/entertainment/2024/08/06/8th-edition-of-all-about-music-indias-only-b2b-music-conference-begins-in-mumbai.html |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=The Week |language=en}}</ref>

=== 2025: Upcoming ===
AllAboutMusic announced their upcoming edition set to happen on 20th to 22nd August 2025. However, the theme of the event hasn't been named yet.

== References ==
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[[Category:Music conferences]]
[[Category:2017 establishments in India]]
[[Category:Music events]]
[[Category:Conferences in India]]
[[Category:Music industry]]

All About Music (event) - Revision history

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