Loading…
2017 ASCAP EXPO has ended
Back To Schedule
Thursday, April 13 • 1:45pm - 3:15pm
'We Create Music' (Presented by Billboard)

Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending!

Tweet Share
Feedback form is now closed.
Whether you craft beats or lyrics, whether your music was intended for a rock club or a TV screen, there’s something that all music creators have in common. This panel brings together some of the most respected songwriters and composers working today to uncover the universal truths that bind them all together. They’ll reveal how they were able to set themselves apart in the music industry - the sacrifices they made, the challenges they overcame, and that creative spark that kept them going. You’ll gain valuable insight and inspiration from each of these master music makers, and learn what it takes to maintain a fulfilling career in the long term.
Moderators
avatar for Melinda Newman

Melinda Newman

Journalist
Melinda Newman has covered culture and entertainment for more than 20 years for Billboard, Rolling Stone, Forbes, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, Variety, Christian Science Monitor, and Entrepreneur, among others. She has reported from Mali, Peru, Lebanon, Poland, and... Read More →

Panelists
avatar for Jeff Cardoni

Jeff Cardoni

Silicon Valley (HBO), Training Day (CBS), Mike And Dave Need Wedding Dates (Fox), Girlboss (Netflix), Film/TV Composer - "Silicon Valley," "CSI:Miami," "Training Day"
Film/TV Composer - "Silicon Valley," "CSI:Miami," "Training Day"Jeff Cardoni’s talents range from intimate independent fare to full orchestral majesty. With over 40 feature film scores and several network series to his credit, one can hear his work worldwide every day. His unique... Read More →
avatar for James Fauntleroy

James Fauntleroy

Singer, Songwriter
Singer, SongwriterJames Edward Fauntleroy II is a Grammy Award winning singer (of No ID-helmed band Cocaine80s), songwriter and member of band/production group 1500 or Nothin’ from Inglewood, California. I could tell you he co-wrote half of Chris Brown’s 2nd album Exclusive, half of Rihanna's 4th album Rated R, 23 out of the 24 songs on Justin Timberlake’s 20/20 experience (Including Mirrors and Suit & Tie), and 7 out of the 9 songs on Bruno Mars’ new 24K Magic album. Maybe you’d be imp... Read More →
avatar for Ashley Gorley

Ashley Gorley

Songwriter
Songwriter - "Dirty Laundry," "Heartbeat," "T-Shirt," "You Should Be Here"Ashley Gorley has written thirty #1 singles and has over 250 songs recorded by artists such as Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood, Florida Georgia Line, Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Jason Aldean, and Darius Rucker... Read More →
avatar for Sam Hollander

Sam Hollander

Writer, Producer
Writer, Producer - "Voice In a Dream," "Sing," "HandClap"Sam Hollander is one of the most talented and diverse writers and producers in the game. He has had multi-platinum success writing and producing for major artists such as One Direction, Katy Perry, Fitz and the Tantrums, Train... Read More →
avatar for Dave Pirner

Dave Pirner

Songwriter, Singer, Producer
Songwriter, Singer, Producer - "Say What You Will," "Made to Be Broken," and "While You Were Out"Dave Pirner is an American songwriter, singer, producer, and lead vocalist/frontman for alternative rock band Soul Asylum. Soul Asylum has been inspiring an incredible level of passion... Read More →

Sponsors
B


Thursday April 13, 2017 1:45pm - 3:15pm PDT
Dolby Ballroom 1-2-3 5th Floor
  Panel

Attendees (363)