Beyond Borders International Hip Hop Festival & Conference
About this Event
Don't Miss the Beyond Borders International Hip Hop Festival & Conference!
The Beyond Borders International Hip Hop Festival & Conference is an inaugural event in Montréal, Canada, dedicated to empowering artists and creators with the knowledge, skills, and connections needed to build sustainable, independent careers in the creative industries.
Bringing together artists, producers, industry experts, and other creative professionals from around the world, the conference provides a dynamic space to learn, collaborate, share ideas, and build meaningful connections. Through expert-led discussions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities, Beyond Borders equips creators with practical tools to take ownership of their careers, strengthen their businesses, and thrive in an evolving global creative economy.
The day concludes with live performances by acclaimed artists, including Jay Jody, celebrating the creativity, talent, and cultural exchange that define the Beyond Borders experience.
BUSINESS LAB
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Introducing Beyond Borders
Host: Ilunga Ange Parker
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:20 AM
Special Address
Host: Ericka Alneus
Info: The role of creative industries in building an inclusive, international and economically vibrant Montreal.
🕑: 11:30 AM - 11:50 AM
The future of South African music
Host: Judith Mugeni
Info: Building global audiences through collaboration
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Artist development & music business
Host: Hoss
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Networking lunch
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
SOCAN Business Lab
Host: SOCAN
Info: Music licensing, publishing, copyright, AI & copyright, generating income from your music, international royalties & song registration
🕑: 03:10 PM - 04:00 PM
Building international careers & mental health in the industry
Host: Tasha Slagtand
🕑: 04:10 PM - 04:30 PM
Tech Partner (More TBA)
🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Panel Discussion
Host: Tasha Slagtand
Info: Feat. Jay Jody & Nyota Parker
🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Unveiling & closing
Host: Ilunga Ange Parker
CREATIVE LAB
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Songwriting Masterclass
Host: Nyota Parker
Info: Songwriting masterclass and the art of the collaboration. We will explore the following topics: Storytelling, developing your voice, artistic growth, finding the right collaborator & managing creative differences.
🕑: 12:10 PM - 01:10 PM
Beat Lab & Recording Secrets
Host: Mosez Jones
Info: Beat creation, building a hit from scratch, studio etiquette, arrangement techniques, best home studio practices, vocal recording tips
🕑: 01:10 PM - 02:00 PM
Cretive Networking Lunch
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
How to build a cohesive storyline
Host: Monk.E
Info: Visual art, building a compelling artist narrative, visual identity, connecting authentically with audiences
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Media lab exploration or join the business lab...
Info: Explore the Centre Sanaaq's media lab (music & photography studio). Or join the business lab for Tasha Slagtands session, the panel discussion and the closing.
SPECIAL PERFORMANCE
🕑: 08:00 PM - 11:30 PM
SPECIAL MUSICAL PERFORMANCE - featuring Jay Jody, Nyota Parker & more
Info: Venue TBD
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 29.36 to CAD 74.09
