VP Records | Digital Trends In Music Panel: Social Media and A&R

Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, VP Record’s brings forward a FREE Digital Trends in Music Panel Series which connects industry experts with upcoming artists, producers, and music aficionados to discuss how new trends affect various aspects of the music community.

Wednesday, March 13th, the first panel was held at YouTube studios at 75 9th Ave in New York City from 6-8:30pm. Wednesday’s discussion was titled A&R and Social Media and was moderated by L3 Magazine Editor and Publicist Natasha Von Castle. The sold out event was an eye-opening evening of information, networking and music. The next one will be held late Spring and be titled Content Creation and Intellectual Property.

Panelists Included:

Celebrity DJ & Host // DJ YOUNG CHOW of Hot 97. Being raised by the great DJ Soca Legend, King Chow, he already hosted his first Miami Party at the age of 9. He’s traveled the world doing what he does best, and that’s rocking a crowd. Now you can check him out as he brings the same energy that he brings to the clubs straight to your radio.

VP Records A&R // SHAMS THE PRODUCER. Award winning record producer born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica. Since 1997, Shams The Producer has recorded produced and worked with some of the biggest names in his genre, including Vybz Kartel, Alkaline, Bounty Killer, Beenie Man, Jimmy Cliff, Lady Saw, T.O.K. just to name a few.

Viral Meme Maker // PETTY POST. With over 800k Followers, Aaron Williams, aka Petty Post has been a Content Creator and Social Media Guru who has learned the ins and outs of the Digital Landscape since 2011. Aaron’s social media Presence has assisted many artists and businesses gain exposure and publicity though his memes.

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Thank you Vp Records for the opportunity to share my knowledge