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Music Industry Legends Gather in Atlanta for 4th Annual Music Business Empowerment Conference

Coming Attractions Promotions announces the fourth annual Music Business Empowerment Conference (MBEC) to be held in Atlanta, GA, September 7 – 9 at the Renaissance Concourse Atlanta Airport Hotel. The theme for the 2018 conference is “the reality of the digital impact in today’s music industry”.
The MBEC 2018 will feature panel presentations, educational workshops, artist showcases, and inspiring seminars moderated by top radio and record label executives, entertainment attorneys, music industry luminaries, creators, and tastemakers. The mission of the MBEC is to provide a platform and opportunities that encourage dialogue between music creators, radio, and record label communities. MBEC is further committed to preparing and educating the next generation of emerging artists, producers, and songwriters for successful careers.
Participating conference panelists include: Colby Tyner, VP of Programming, Urban One; “Hurricane Dave” Smith, Radio One’s VP of Programming and Operations-Atlanta; Juliette Jones, EVP Atlantic Records, Larry Khan, Sr. VP-Urban Promotion for Interscope Records, Phil Stein, Stream Cut Media CEO, entertainment attorneys Heather Beverly and Tabetha Plummer and Bryan Calhoun of Pandora. Panel topics include digital marketing, radio promotions, A&R sessions and more. A full list of panelists, award recipients and event schedule for the MBEC can be found at www.mbeconference.com.
About MBEC Founder Arlinda Garrett:
MBEC Founder, Arlinda Garrett, known as the “Queen of Promotions” states, “As I saw the shift in the industry, I also saw a need to educate independent record labels and their artists to provide professional direction, get their records played on the radio and provide a medium to track sales. One of my priorities is assisting with minimizing their costs because often times the independent artist does not have the budget of a major label artist, yet they have a product that is comparable, if not better. The MBEC was created with that in mind and to equip them with the necessary tools for success in an ever-changing industry.”
For more information, registration and special hotel rates click here
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Gotham Buds Hosts Community-Centered 4/20 Celebration in the Heart of Harlem


New York, NY– April 16, 2025 – Gotham Buds, Harlem’s homegrown dispensary, is throwing its biggest event of the year to celebrate 4/20 with the community that built it. Hosted by NYC’s own Mr. Commodore and Rayyy Rayyy, the celebration will feature hourly giveaways, classic games, a live DJ, a curated photo booth experience, food vendors, and a major prize giveaway for one lucky winner at exactly 4:20 PM. Leading cannabis brands like TICAL, ROVE, To The Moon, and more will also be on-site, connecting with customers and sharing exclusive offering.
WHEN: Sunday, April 20, 2025
TIME: 12:00 PM- 6:00 PM
WHERE: GOTHAM BUDS- 248 W 125TH ST, NEW YORK, NY, 10027
“Celebrating 4/20 in Harlem with the people we see and serve every day is an honor. This holiday is rooted in freedom, resilience, and the ongoing fight for equity — and for us, it’s also about joy. Creating safe, relaxed spaces where we can come together, laugh, and share in the moment is everything.”
— Malika Bellamy, Co-Owner, VP of Communications & Marketing, Gotham Buds
This event is a love letter to Harlem — a vibrant, chill, and community-rooted day designed to honor those who continue to support Gotham Buds. Expect positive vibes, live IG coverage, and a real celebration of culture, cannabis, and connection.
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ABOUT GOTHAM BUDS
Gotham Buds is the premier cannabis brand built by New Yorkers for New Yorkers. Located in the heart of Harlem, they offer one of the largest curated selections of homegrown cannabis and smoking accessories, luxurious apparel, and audio entertainment in NYC. Gotham Buds is committed to redefining the wellness landscape and making the transformative power of cannabis accessible. Learn more at www.gothambudsny.com.
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