09.25.03 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
On Monday, September 29, 2003, the Austin Music Foundation (AMF) will hold its seventh Music Industry Boot Camp (MIBC) of the year, "The Rough Guide to Touring." The MIBC series is held at MOMO's Club, 618 W. 6th Street from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

This diverse group of panelists will discuss smart planning strategies and tactics of touring for independent artists, ranging from managing budgets and finances to on-the-road promotional strategies. Musicians and bands will learn many aspects of planning their own tour and will be able to ask questions particular to their needs. Attendees will also receive a copy of AMF's "Rough Guide to Touring" as a take-away reference.

The training continues after the panel discussion with the Round Table
Workshop,where audience members can chat personally with each panelist and receive more tailored attention.

The panelists for each MIBC are experts in their industry, and each brings their knowledge and experience to benefit the local Austin music community. As always, Music Industry Bootcamp is FREE for attendees, and is also a great place to network with others in the Austin music community. Please see below for a list of speakers and their bios.

WHAT: the AMF's Music Industry Boot Camp, "The Rough Guide to Touring"
DATE: Monday, September 29, 2003
TIME: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
LOCATION: MOMO's Club, 618 West 6th Street
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Independent artists, bands, managers, and other music industry professionals

Speakers: (SEE BELOW FOR FULL BIOGRAPHIES)
- Wayne Nagel, Booking Director, Luther Wolf Agency
- Brian Stovall, Agent, Austin Universal Entertainment Inc.
- Urny Maxwell, Guitar player, Cruiserweight
- Jared Cannon, Co-Founder, Sub Par Publicity

ABOUT THE AUSTIN MUSIC FOUNDATION:
The Austin Music Foundation (AMF) is a non-profit organization with a singular mission: to unite, ignite and revolutionize our local music community.
We offer programs and services dedicated to:
- the education, development and advancement of musicians,
- the creation and preservation of Austin's unique musical heritage, and
- the development of a united and sustainable local music community.

Our unique mission, innovative methods, and fearless spirit drives our ever-growing loyal following that includes local artists, music fans, businesses, and the national music community. Join the revolution. Fuel the Music.
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SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES:
Urny Maxwell - Guitar player, Cruiserweight
Cruiserweight is currently working on a new full-length record to be
released in early 2004. Throughout the past 2 years they have toured
extensively throughout the southeast and midwest and have garnered much
attention from the music industry at large.  Cruiserweight was voted "best punk/alternative" group in the 2003 Austin Music Awards and Stella received a nod for "Best Female Vocalist" as well.

Brian Stovall - Agent, Austin Universal Entertainment Inc.
As an agent for AUE, Brian books Harris and Ryden, Mickey and the Motorcars, Peter Dawson, and Anytown. Brian has been involved in the entertainment industry for the last 10 years, including work with Capital Sports and Entertainment, Direct Events, Roadstar Productions, Arc Entertainment, and promotional work with artist Trish Murphy. Brian also has a wealth of production experience, including Production and Operations Manager for Universal Concerts in Austin, Dallas, and Denver, Colorado as well as House of Blues Coors Ampitheatre in San Diego.
Jared Cannon - Co-Founder, Sub Par Publicity
With over 12 years' experience in the indie music industry, Cannon has
worked both sides of the fence - both as a touring musician and music
publicist.  After earning his stripes as a member of several national
touring punk and hardcore acts, Cannon went on to obtain a degree in Music Business at Berklee College of Music.  While attending classes, Cannon undertook press duties for Boston-based indie giant Hydra Head Records, and went on to work as an in-house publicist for Sixgun Lover Records (Austin), Chrome Saint Magnus Records (Switzerland), and Tortuga Recordings/Bridge Nine Records (Boston).  Now back in Austin, Texas, Cannon has recently launched Sub Par Publicity with prominent local music attorney Buck McKinney.  With an extensive list of satisfied clientele from Austin to Boston, Sub Par offers quality service options for independent artists in the Austin area and beyond.

Wayne Nagel - Booking Director, Luther Wolf Agency
Nagel's associations and accomplishments read like a survey of major
landmarks in Austin music history over the previous quarter century. He was integrally involved in launching the careers of such talents as Charlie Sexton, Will Sexton and Pariah, established the renowned Continental Club as a live music venue, and brought a new level of professional support to the Austin scene by opening the Austin Rehearsal Complex. Most recently, Nagel has worked as an agent for the Davis McLarty Agency, booking top Texas acts like The Derailers, The Gourds, Kelly Willis and Billy Joe Shaver. He also teaches the Live Music: Concert Touring and Talent Mangement course at Austin Community College.
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