The Industry Talks: Inside Global Music Marketing and A&R

Join us for another exclusive masterclass with Marco Pantuso, Director of Global Marketing, Dance Music at Warner Music Group.

With over a decade of experience shaping the careers of world-renowned artists like David Guetta, Robin Schulz, Diplo, Tiësto, Joel Corry, and many more, Marco has been at the forefront of how dance music travels : from underground clubs to global stages.

This session offers a behind the scenes look at the strategy, creativity, and intuition driving today’s international music campaigns. Through an open conversation, Marco will share insights into:

Signing, developing, and scaling artists for a global audience

Spotting new trends and emerging sounds

Building authentic brands in the digital era

The evolution of dance music over the past decade

The discussion will be followed by a Q&A session, allowing attendees to ask questions and gain valuable career insights from one of the industry’s leading voices.

As Warner Music Group’s Director of Global Marketing, Dance Music, Marco is responsible for the releases of the label’s dance acts all around the world and the label's overall dance music strategy.

His role straddles A&R, Marketing and Strategy, reflecting his long and well-respected experience in the music industry: spending over 10 years at Warner Music alone including a spell at Warner Bros. Records alongside his top-tier international music industry connections.

Operating across Amsterdam and London, Marco has been instrumental in the campaigns and career development of artists such as David Guetta, Robin Schulz, Ofenbach, Diplo, Hugel, Dennis Lloyd, Cheat Codes, James Hype, Joel Corry and many more becoming one of the key players in the industry.

Ever since Warner Music Group’s acquisition of Spinnin’ Records in 2017, Marco has been working closely with the label's leadership team for its integration into Warner Music Group’s ecosystem, while overseeing the international campaigns of artists such as CYRIL, Kris Kross Amsterdam, Sam Feldt, Alok and Tiësto to name a few.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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