Confirmed A&R's for The 2009 Demo/Beat Shopping Symposium 12/13/09

(MAJOR OPPORTUNITY!! ATTENTION PRODUCERS, ARTISTS & SONGWRITERS MEET 1 ON 1, FACE TO FACE WITH 3 DIFFERENT MAJOR LABEL A&R'S AND GET YOUR MUSIC PACKAGE EVALUATED ON THE SPOT FOR DEAL CONSIDERATION)

Andre "DRE" McKenzie - A&R G/Unit Records

Dre McKenzie A&R for G-Unit Records has proven that dedication and hard work are the main ingredients for success. Starting out as an intern for Dino Devaille, Dre's career soon catapulted and he became Devaille A&R's assistant. He has worked on projects with notable artists like Three 6 Mafia, John Legend, Beyonce, 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, and Nas to name a few. Dre McKenzie is currently the head of A&R for G-Unit Records.

Anthony "Ant" Rich - Manager of A&R, Jive Records

In June of 2005, Anthony Rich began operating as the Manager of A&R for Jive Records / Sony BMG. He has contributed in the A&R of several projects including Kelis, Ciara, The Clipse, Weird Al Yankovic and T Pain. With his innovative ideas and unshakable drive, Rich has solidified his role in the future of the music business. Ant Rich recently signed rapper Dolla out of Atlanta straight off of a demo tape. He is currently looking for songwriters, producers and artists.

Octavius Crouch - Senior A&R of Universal Records

Having a vast knowledge of the music and entertainment industry is essential. Mr. Crouch has diversified that knowledge in music promotion, production and artist development within the Island Def Jam Music Group and Universal Motown Records. Now a Snr. A&R at Universal Motown, Mr. Crouch has worked alongside various artist including Chamillionaire, JoJo, Lil Wayne, Prince, India Arie and most recently the Taxi Dolls. Mr. Crouch is currently scouting for new talent and seeking production for Lil Wayne, Drake, and others.

Walter Randolph, Music Director for Def Jam Interactive & Head of A&R KWL Enterprises

Walter Randolph works very closely with his mentor Kevin Liles, former Executive Vice President of the Warner Music Group. This Chicago native started his music career as an intern at Def Jam. His hard work and dedication impressed then President of Def Jam, Kevin Liles. So when Mr. Liles left Def Jam for Warner Music, he took Walter with him and appointed him as senior A&R of Warner Music Group. Walter Randolph has worked with such artists as Musiq, TI, Webbie, and more. Walter Randolph is currently looking for production and artists who can appeal to an international audience.

Riggs Morales - Director of A&R for Shady Records

Riggs Morales, Senior Director of A&R for Shady Records. Home to Eminem and 50 Cent. My background includes working with such as Eminem, 50 Cent, Cypress Hill and producers such as Dr. Dre, The Neptunes and the Alchemist to name a few. I'm currently looking for production for all my guys, specifically Eminem and 50. I'm also looking on the artist end for a lyricist who knows how to make records. ..

SENATOR SKID - DIRECTOR OF A&R OF BAD BOY RECORDS

As the Director of A & R for Bad Boy Records, Skid is responsible for booking studio sessions for all Bad Boy artists and contacting & finding producers/writers. He is currently seeking production for upcoming projects from Diddy, Red Cafe, Cassie, Marina Chello,
Aasim, Ness, Janelle Monae-


OTHER PANELISTS INCLUDE STEVE OWENS, A&R OF DEF JAM AND TONY G, A&R OF G-UNIT RECORDS


(PANELISTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE)