The Young Guns Network celebrates 1st anniversary with massive party, the Ibiza Music Summit and The Great Escape

24 April 2014 - Press release

 After 12 months and seven hugely successful events, YGN announces its celebration party at The Social, W1, on April 28 with Keynote Speaker: Fred Bolza - VP Strategy, Sony Music, music from Rob Pursey (Southern Hospitality) & Jamz Supernova (1Xtra), plus drinks deals 

 Also announced: unique partnership with the Ibiza International Music Summit (IMS), 50% off passes, and student conference session at The Great Escape

Following a truly spectacular year of free networking events, culminating in over 800 connections, the Young Guns Network invites the music industry past, present and future to join the anniversary celebrations, sponsored by Transmit Start-Ups and Blackjack London, at The Social, 5 Little Portland St, London W1, on Monday April 28. RSVP here.

Having spotted a gap in the market for regular networking nights aimed at 18-25 years olds in the music industry, YGN has proven the ongoing tenacity of the future generation, who have filled the events to capacity. Graciously hosted by major labels, industry bodies and a range of high-profile music companies, the past year has seen future managers, agents, consultants and digital pioneers come together to learn and work on exciting new projects. See full list of venues and past events here.

As the initiative steams headfirst into its second year with an Ibiza Music Summit tie-in and Great Escape session in conjunction with BIMM, the party at The Social hopes to thank those who have made it such a triumph and invite those who are yet to experience the relaxed and informal nature of the nights to come and find out what it's all about.

Speaking on the night, and showcasing what the Young Guns Network does best, will be VP Strategy at Sony Music, Fred Bolza. Responsible for the development Sony Music’s strategy in the UK, Bolza runs an in-house marketing services team that helps labels connect artists with the widest possible audiences by offering planning, insight, partnership, digital, social and creative services. In addition, he is responsible for running a small incubator that creates strategic partnerships with selected start-ups.

Music from Rob Pursey (Southern Hospitality) & Jamz Supernova (1Xtra) will be nicely lubricated with 2-for-1 on beer, wine and cocktails before 8pm, so it's advised you arrive early...Plus look out for our sponsors Transmit Start-Ups and Blackjack London. RSVP here. 

Elsewhere, the Young Guns Network has announced a youth-focussed panel discussion at this year's International Music Summit in Ibiza, revered as one of the most important music industry gatherings in the world. The panel will take place on Thursday May 22, as part of the three day summit May 21 - 23 2014 at the new Hard Rock Hotel in Playa Den Bossa, Ibiza, Spain. 

YGN @ IMS explores the ways in which young entrepreneurs in electronic music are building big audiences and establishing new business models through internet streaming services like YouTube. We ask established players and new entrants in this sector: what does the future look like for these brands, are they sustainable, and can anyone do it?

YGN @ IMS ‘From Bedroom To Brand’ guests:

Sam Wolfson (Executive Editor, Noisey / Vice) - Moderator (biog)

Luke Hood (Founder, UKF) (biog)

Charlie Wedd (Director, Eton Messy) (biog)
Halina Wielogorska (Director of Legal & Business Affairs, Boiler Room) (biog)

The partnership with IMS offers YGN members 50% off the price of the delegate badge (worth £265 for this year’s summit on Wed 21, Thur 22 and Friday 23 May 2014, at the brand new Hard Rock Hotel, Playa Den Bossa, Ibiza, Spain. This brings the price of the badge to £134**. We are also offering limited cheap accommodation, minutes from the summit***. More info and how to redeem: ‎bit.ly/YGN-IMS 

Furthermore, the Young Guns Network will be working with BIMM (Brighton Institute of Modern Music) at the annual Great Escape festival in Brighton taking part in the college's student conference session between 3pm - 6pm at the Paganini Ballroom in the Old Ship hotel. More information to come soon.

**Subject to variable currency rate (correct as of 14th March)

***Subject to availability / YGN members to book accommodation direct