The first ever Kansai Music Conference (KMC) is an event with independent artists from over 10 countries on 5 continents coming together to share varying styles of music with Japanese music fans. KMC represents the future growth of the global music industry in Japan.
On September 19th and 20th Osaka will host people from different parts of the world gathering at Convention Room AP Osaka during the day for workshops, and presentations and during the evening for live musical performances at 15 venues around the city.

Conference events
9/19 & 20, 11am - 5pm
Convention Room AP Osaka
Rooms A North and A&B South, 4th fl.
Language available: English=E Japanese=J

9/19 Saturday

11:00 - 11:50 (E/J) Room A North: "The Music of the Middle East."
An introduction to the traditional music and instruments of Turkey and the Middle East.
by Apo & Sefa (pro musicians & music instructors)

11:00 - 11:50 (E) Rooms A&B South: "Virtual world, 'Second Life,' can boost your international businesses in real life."
How to unlock the gates to a flood of customers that can visit your real business by using "Second Life."
by Louis Boston (web designer, KCC International founder)

12:00 - 13:20 (E/J) Room A North: "How to get the most out of your jazz trio."
The basic role of the piano, bass and drums in jazz music.
by Larry Marshall (pro jazz drummer & music instructor)

12:10 - 13:10 (E/J) Rooms A&B South Panel: "Radio Japan: What makes Japanese Radio so unique?"
The differences between radio programming and play formats of stations in Japan compared with western countries.
Panelists: Akihiro Goto (FM Kyoto DJ), DJ Matt (FM Cocolo DJ), Hiro (FM Kita programming, scheduling), Hiroki Matsuyama (FM Hirakata programming, scheduling)

13:20 - 14:20 (E/J) Rooms A&B South
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION:
"Building International Bridges With Music"
How to build your musical career internationally by learning about the industry, learning the rules, making contacts and touring.
"You are not successful until you get paid...and you can't get paid unless you know about the business of music. If you want to be an artiste, you have to know what the business of music is all about."
by Jack Radics (world renowned reggae artist)

14:30 - 15:30 (E/J) Room A North: "Traditional instruments of the Caribbean."
An introduction to the Steel Pan and other island instruments.
by Susumu Muraji (pro steel pan tuner, teacher & player)

14:45 - 15:30 (E/J) Rooms A&B South Panel: "Why are there only 10 people at our show?"
How to promote, market and make connections to help draw more people to your live gigs in Japan.
Panelists: Sam Zipursky (DJ, Japanzine marketing director), Michael J Downey
(top 10 recording artist, hashi.org CEO), Duane Levi (KMC Executive Director, Shalestone Music founder), hiro (director of musician support group “Ongakusha”)

15:45 - 17:00 (J) Room A North:"Gospel in Japan?"
International exchange through gospel music and choirs and how to get involved. The purpose of gospel music is to uplift God in song as a form of praise. Participants in this workshop will get the real gospel experience followed by a moving gospel concert at a nearby church. It’s a great way to get introduced to the world of gospel, so come and join in!!
by Shinichiro Yamamoto (choir director & SCA founder)

15:45 - 16:45 (E) Rooms A&B South: Some Unconventional ways to have your music played (and get paid) on the web."
How independent artists are experimenting with clever, fun and effective ways to get an audience on the internet.
by J.J. Aucouturier (Temple University Japan Campus, assistant professor

9/20 Sunday

11:00 - 12:15 (J) Room A North: "You too can be a Jazz singer!!"
As a representative of the Kansai jazz community, Hiromi Shimizu regularly does her voice training workshops in a 1 on 1 type-style. Enjoy training with classic jazz standards taught by a top ranked and well experienced jazz vocalist!!
by Hiromi Shimizu (vocalist, Jazz On Top owner)

11:00 - 12:00 (E/J) Rooms A&B South: "Japanese Hip Hop or Hip Hop in Japan?"
Japanese hip hop and how it compares to western hip hop.
Panelists: C.J. Marks (event producer & promoter), David Whitaker (event host, MC and rapper)

12:30 - 13:15 (E) Room A North: "Touring in Japan: Some facts you should know beforehand."
An explanation of the expenses involved in a tour, as well as the opportunities that can be gained. “For many musicians that come to Japan, there are rewards, surprises and disappointments. The key to touring in Japan is figuring out how to have more rewards than disappointments.”
by Duane Levi (KMC Executive Director, Shalestone Music founder)

12:15 - 13:15 (E/J) Rooms A&B South: "Music licensing in Japan & international music rights - 101"
An introduction to JASRAC and music rights issues related the Japanese and international music markets and an overview of tax issues facing acts touring internationally.
by William Hochberg (L.A. based entertainment attorney)

13:30 - 14:30 (E/J) Rooms A&B South: "The King of Pop Lives On”
A Tribute To Michael Jackson
An open stage opportunity for anyone to sing, dance or whatever in his memory. There will also be videos and a live musical performance. All are welcome to join in!!

14:45 - 15:15 (E/J) Room A North: "International parties and events every weekend...Join the fun!!"
WhyNotjapan.com explains how they are building international bridges with events.
by Kayo Matsuura(WhyNotjapan.com co-founder)

14:50 - 15:50 (E/J) Rooms A&B South: "The Sound of Tibet"
An active participation style discussion of traditional instruments, music & dance of Tibet.
by Techung (pro musician and Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts associate), Mr. Shunzo Onoda (Kyoto Bukkyo University professor of Tibetan and Mongolian Studies)

16:00 - 16:30 (E/J) Room A North: "Japanese Comedy in English?"
Learn about and experience English Rakugo and see why it's increasing in popularity both in Japan and overseas.
Performers from the rakugo group, Nigiwai Do

16:00 - 17:00 (E) Rooms A&B South Panel: "How to make a music video in Japan!!”
Explanation of the video industry as well as places to go for good “Japanese” footage. by: Aaron Walker(Music Japan TV Producer)

all events are subject to change

The goal of KMC is to draw people to an annual global music event that will strengthen the online relationships between independent musicians and music fans. KMC workshops, discussions and presentations, give artists from different countries a chance to share their own culture with Japanese people who are interested in learning about unique aspects of different cultures. (traditional instruments, songs, dances, etc.)
For many artists living outside of Japan, the KMC evening showcases are a dream come true: a chance to perform and expose their music to so many Japanese fans that they have only met online.

Evening showcases
(19th)

ESP Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Umeda
ADMISSION: no charge
KMC passes will NOT be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: The Tentative, College Fall, Buranden
OPEN: 17:00 START: 17:10

ZOU Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Tenma
ADMISSION: KMC Pass or ￥2000
KMC passes will be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: Dale Campbell, hiro/Sola, Kotadama
START: 20:00

MOTHER POPCORN Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Hommachi
ADMISSION: KMC Pass + ￥500 drink chrg. or￥2500(1 drink incl.)
KMC passes will be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: Talilele, Chris Schreiner, fatblueman, The Hipstones
OPEN: 19:00 START: 19:30

KITAHAMA CHURCH Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Kitahama
ADMISSION: KMC Pass or￥2000
KMC passes will NOT be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: Shinichiro Yamamoto & Elliot Jackson, Jita
OPEN: 18:30 START: 19:00

ATLANTIQS Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Shinsaibashi
ADMISSION: KMC Pass + ￥500 drink chrg.or ￥2500(1 drink incl.)
KMC passes will NOT be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: Scampy, Trace, Clear, Adelle, Hot Chicken, Riot Dance Party, Chelsea
OPEN: 16:00 START: 16:30

CLUB DROP Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Shinsaibashi
ADMISSION: KMC Pass + ￥500 drink chrg. or ￥2500(1 drink incl.)
KMC passes will be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: CLA, The Dirty T's, Brush Do The Upperd, Goen Cafe, 7 Day's Wonder
OPEN: 17:30 START: 18:00

FAN J Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Shinsaibashi
ADMISSION: KMC Pass + ￥1080 (all you can drink) or￥2730(all you can drink)
KMC passes will NOT be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: Nanbanjin, The Shanghai Gesture
OPEN: 18:00 START: 18:30

SOMA Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Shinsaibashi
ADMISSION: KMC Pass+￥500 drink chrg. or ￥2500(1 drink incl.)
KMC passes will be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: Asia, Galanor, Davina Robinson
OPEN: 18:00 START: 18:30

TOMBOY Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Shinsaibashi
ADMISSION: KMC Pass+￥500 drink chrg. or￥3000(1 drink incl.)
KMC passes will NOT be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: BEATFABRIKATORS, Location Location, DJ Seeb Charlie P & Willy Style, ehm, Legrand, Jack Radics, Elf Tranzformer
OPEN: 18:00 START: 22:00

CLUB LIFE Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Shinsaibashi
ADMISSION: KMC Pass+￥500 drink chrg. or door charge
KMC passes will NOT be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: Jun, Mirahj, Tiff Barbour, Cha Cha
OPEN: 19:00 START: 22:00

IZUMI HALL
LOCATION: Kyobashi
ADMISSION: KMC Pass+￥1000(B section) or +￥2000(A section) or +￥3000(S section) or￥3000(B Section), ￥4000(A Section), ￥5000(S Section)
KMC passes will NOT be available for purchase at this venue
PERFORMERS: Harmonius Chamber Orchestra
OPEN 18:00 START 18:30
　　　　　　　　
(20th)

JAZZ ON TOP UMEDA Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Umeda
ADMISSION: KMC Pass+￥800 drink chrg. or￥2500(drink not incl.)
KMC passes will NOT be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: Hiromi Shimizu, Allison Adams Tucker
OPEN: 19:00 START: 19:45

JAZZ ON TOP ACT III Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Umeda
ADMISSION: KMC Pass+￥800 drink chrg. or￥2500(drink not incl.)
KMC passes will NOT be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: Karlex, Francesco Crosara
OPEN: 19:00 START: 19:30

GAZEBO CAFE Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Hachikenn Ya Hama Funatsukiba Jouryu Senbashi (near Keihan Tenma Station)
Rain site is Gazebo Cafe
ADMISSION: KMC Pass + ￥1000 Tibetan dinner & drink chrg. or￥3000 (Tibetan food & 1 drink incl.)
KMC passes will be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: Norine Braun, Techung
OPEN: 18:00 START: 19:30

BLUE MONK Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Hommachi
ADMISSION: KMC Pass+￥500 drink chrg. or ￥2500(1 drink incl.)
KMC passes will be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: Brotherofman, Kouta Matsuhira, Pete Kronowitt
START: 20:00

ATLANTIQS Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Shinsaibashi
ADMISSION: KMC Pass + ￥500 drink chrg. or ￥2500(1 drink incl.)
KMC passes will NOT be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: AkoYa, Overhand, ke-fa, No Wise, RASA, The Black, Nex-tage
OPEN: 16:00 START: 16:30

CLUB LIFE Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Shinsaibashi
ADMISSION: (adv.) KMC Pass+￥500 drink chrg. or door charge
KMC passes will NOT be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: Lotek, King Poetic
OPEN: 19:00 START: 22:00

RUGTIME Showcase Artists
LOCATION: Shinsaibashi
ADMISSION: (adv.) KMC Pass or ￥2000
KMC passes will NOT be available for purchase at this venue
ARTISTS: Brian Martin, A Caribe, Okamoto Island
OPEN: 19:00 START: 19:30