Franklin, TN (August 10, 2009) – Continuing its commitment to equip independent artists for both a career and ministry, Feedback Conference is pleased to announce an unprecedented line up of speakers, presenters and performers for its 2009 event, to be held September 3-6 at The Factory in Franklin, just outside Nashville, TN. 

In its third year, Feedback boasts a line-up of industry veterans who will cover all aspects of being an artist; from technique and artistry to faith and ministry.   Speakers and presenters for the conference include Erwin McManus (author, pastor of Mosaic Los Angeles), Phil Vischer (founder of Big Idea, Veggie Tales and Jellyfish Labs), Tom Jackson (performance consultant for Taylor Swift, Jars of Clay), Brett Manning (vocal coach for Keith Urban, Paramore, Leeland) and Matthew Paul Turner (author, speaker), as well as an impressive list of record label executives, marketing gurus and music industry experts. Carlos Whittaker, worship pastor and web 2.0 junkie, will lead worship each day and will also be speaking on blogging and social networking.

"Our whole team is excited about this years FEEDBACK conference coming to Nashville, in our own backyard,” says Feedback co-founder, Terry Weaver.  “Our lineup of speakers, teachers, and judges is better than its ever been. We are poised to connect artists with the tool, resources and relationships that can help them live out their calling in this exciting time to be an artist!”

More than just four days of seminars and teaching, Feedback also allows attendees the opportunity to showcase their talents and receive creative analysis from a panel of industry experts.  While not the main focus of the event, showcase winners will be chosen and will receive a substantial prize from conference sponsors. (Information about Feedback’s 2009 sponsors and prize package will be forthcoming.)
 
"Going from bad to good is easy – going from good to great takes a lot more work,” explains live music producer, Tom Jackson. “Artists need to always have the attitude of wanting to learn, wanting to improve their ministry. And attending events like Feedback is one of the things that can help set an artist apart from the crowd, help get their message out there, and make their mission more effective."

About Feedback Conference
Launched in 2007 by a team of industry veterans, Feedback Conference is an event for all artists, no matter their style, genre or target audience.  The event is designed to give artists the tools they need to be more effective in their mission through practical teaching, passionate worship and relevant resources.  The goal is to not only provide artists the chance to be heard by the industry, but also the opportunity to be able to make an impact with or without the help of a record label. 

For more information about the Feedback Conference, a complete program and registration information, please visit www.feedbackconference.com.


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PRACTICAL TEACHING / PASSIONATE WORSHIP / RELEVANT RESOURCES
GET YOUR MUSIC HEARD / FEED YOUR SOUL /JUMPSTART YOUR CAREER

Franklin, TN (June 6, 2008) – FEEDBACK Conference is pleased to share that its first event of 2008, recently held in Asheville, NC, was a great success and it is gearing up for an even better weekend in Dallas, TX in August.

"The most exciting thing to our team is to see artists go into the weekend passionate about getting a record deal and leaving passionate about their calling," explains event co-founder, Terry Weaver. "Asheville featured some amazing times of worship (led by Courtney Phelps and This Is Luke, two artist who were attendees last year) and community for not only the artists, but everyone involved. God really moved in ways that words can't even express. I can't wait to see what He is going to do in Dallas…everything is bigger in Texas!

Held at the beautiful Lake Junaluksa Conference and Retreat Center, highlights from Ashville include sessions with Charlie Peacock, Shaun Groves, Mark Stuart, Ryan Dobson and respected performance coach, Tom Jackson.

"Going from bad to good is easy – going from good to great takes a lot more work!" explains Jackson. "Artists need to always have the attitude of wanting to learn, wanting to improve their ministry. And, attending events like the FEEDBACK Conference is one of the things that can help set an artist apart from the crowd, help get their message out there, and make their mission more effective."

Stuart, speaker and frontman of now retired Grammy and Dove winning band Audio Adrenaline, continues, "I love to mentor and teach, and at FEEDBACK I found a generation of artists that where so hungry to learn how to serve God through their art. It was...inspiring!!!"

While the main focus of FEEDBACK is cultivating both the ministry and business aspects of an artist's career, the Conference also plays host to a great Artist Showcase. The winner of the Asheville competition is Spartansburg, SC based band, Good Tomorrow. The rock foursome won a grand prize package including: Album production from Flintrock Productions, a photo shoot from Tyler Andrews Photography, graphic design work from Artillery Media, cd duplication from Litho Express, radio promotion from Pure Tracking and an endorsement from Risen Drums.

"We are humbled and grateful to be named the 2008 winners of the Asheville conference - it was honestly a huge shock," says Matt Bailey, frontman for the group. "It was exciting to receive such great feedback about our music and know that professionals in the music industry see potential in our art and ministry."

He continues: "The sessions at FEEDBACK are great, the speakers top-notch, and the staff's heart for helping artists find their purpose in Christian music is a rare find. The showcase reviews are definitely helpful, and although they are typically the initial draw for most bands who want to get 'discovered,' the overall experience of FEEDBACK and the insight gained was the real draw to why we came back for the second time. It's a conference we would recommend to any artist (signed or unsigned) who is serious about their call to music."

With the goal of equipping artists to be effective in their mission, FEEDBACK Dallas boasts a line-up of industry veterans who will cover all aspects of being an artist; from technique and artistry to faith and ministry. Speakers and presenters for the conference include Charlie Peacock (speaker, author, songwriter, producer), Ryan Dobson (speaker, author), Jamie George (pastor, speaker), Tom Jackson (performance consultant for Taylor Swift, Jars of Clay), Jan Smith (vocal coach for Usher, Rob Thomas), Chris Seay (speaker, author, pastor) and Shaun Groves (artist, advocate, songwriter), as well as a plethora of record label executives, marketing gurus and music industry experts. Artists include The Afters, Stephanie Smith and Sleeping At Last.

FEEDBACK Dallas will be held at Camp Copass Conference and Retreat Center August 21-24.

About FEEDBACK Conference

Launched in 2007 by a team of industry veterans, FEEDBACK Conference is an event for all artists, no matter their style, genre or target audience. The event is designed to give artists the tools they need to be more effective in their mission through practical teaching, passionate worship and relevant resources. The goal is to not only provide artists the chance to be heard by the industry, but also the opportunity to be able to make an impact with or without the help of a record label.

Sponsors for the 2008 FEEDBACK Conference are World Vision, Daisy Rock, Litho Express, Larrivee Guitars, Artillery Media, Risen Drums, Pure Tracking and StickersAndMore.com, dropcards, Ditech Audio, Agape Fest and Greenville College.

For more information about the FEEDBACK Conference, a complete program and registration information, please visit www.FEEDBACKconference.com.

One Of A Kind Event Equips Artists To Be Effective In Their Mission By Providing Practical Teaching, Passionate Worship And Relevant Resources

Charlie Peacock, Tom Jackson, Jan Smith, Mark Stuart, Shane Claiborne, Ryan Dobson And Others Slated To Appear – Asheville, NC May 22-25 And Dallas, TX August 21-24

Franklin, TN (April 15, 2008) – Building on the success of its inaugural event in 2007, the Feedback Conference is pleased to announce its expansion to two events in 2008, featuring an unprecedented line up of speakers, presenters and performers at both.

Feedback will be returning to Lake Junaluksa Conference and Retreat Center in Asheville, NC May 22-25 for the first of its 2008 events and will branch out to Camp Copass Conference and Retreat Center just outside Dallas, TX for its second conference August 21-24.

With the goal of equipping artists to be effective in their mission, Feedback boasts a line-up of industry veterans who will cover all aspects of being an artist; from technique and artistry to faith and ministry. Speakers and presenters for the conference include Charlie Peacock (speaker, author, songwriter, producer), Shane Claiborne (speaker, advocate), Ryan Dobson (speaker, author), Tom Jackson (performance consultant for Taylor Swift, Jars of Clay), Jan Smith (vocal coach for Usher, Rob Thomas), Mark Stuart (speaker, songwriter, former lead singer of Audio Adrenaline), Chris Seay (speaker, author, pastor) and Shaun Groves (artist, advocate, songwriter), as well as a plethora of record label executives, marketing gurus and music industry experts. Artists include Stephanie Smith, Sleeping At Last and The Wedding.

"We are extremely excited about the 2008 Conferences," says Terry Weaver, Feedback co-founder. "Last year we saw nearly 300 attend our very first event and we were blown away by the response, so we added a second conference this year in order to meet the needs of even more artists. Through Feedback we feel we are providing attendees with a well-rounded view of what it is to be an artist of faith. It's very important that we not only present resources for the technical aspect of performing, songwriting and promoting music but we also take it a step further to give artists a chance to pause, to worship together and to renew their calling."

More than just four days of seminars and teaching, Feedback also allows attendees the opportunity to showcase their talents and receive creative analysis from a panel of industry experts. While not the main focus of the event, showcase winners will be chosen, with prizes including a Larrivee Guitar, a slot on a national tour, album production, cd duplication services, a Daisy Rock "Girl that Rocks" Award, radio promotion services, graphic design and much more.

Kory Wheeler, frontman for This is Luke, the 2007 Showcase winner, explains how the conference has effected the band's ministry over the past year: "Feedback was amazing for us! Not only did we get some great input from industry professionals, but the information we gained and relationships we made have helped us to become a full-time ministry over the last year. It is something that totally changed how we operate as a band."

"Feedback was different from any other conference I've been to in that it went beyond the business and gave artists a chance to connect and rejuvenate themselves," adds Noel McLeary, another 2007 attendee. "The evening speakers had nothing to do with the music industry and to me that made it real and relevant… really powerful stuff… we definitely witnessed God moving at Feedback."

Many industry specialists who participated in last year's Conference were quick to jump on board for Feedback '08.

"It was an honor to be a part of last year's Feedback Conference and I'm looking forward to the conferences this year," explains Josh Bailey, director of A&R for Word Label Group. Feedback is truly an environment where ministry and growth are fostered for both the artists and the industry attending."

Extreme Tour founder, Ted Bruun, continues: "Feedback is more than a seminar and certainly more than a showcase. Feedback is the first event I have seen in the endless parade of opportunities for bands that actually seeks to tear down the wall between the industry and the artists, making the correct information bands need to succeed accessible and understandable."

About Feedback Conference
Launched in 2007 by a team of industry veterans, Feedback Conference is an event for all artists, no matter their style, genre or target audience. The event is designed to give artists the tools they need to be more effective in their mission through practical teaching, passionate worship and relevant resources. The goal is to not only provide artists the chance to be heard by the industry, but also the opportunity to be able to make an impact with or without the help of a record label.

Sponsors for the 2008 Feedback Conference are World Vision, Daisy Rock, Litho Express, Larrivee Guitars, Artillery Media, Risen Drums, Pure Tracking and StickersAndMore.com, with new sponsors being added.

For more information about the Feedback Conference, a complete program and registration information, please visit www.feedbackconference.com.


PRACTICAL TEACHING / PASSIONATE WORSHIP / RELEVANT RESOURCES
GET YOUR MUSIC HEARD / FEED YOUR SOUL /JUMPSTART YOUR CAREER
Response from artists who attended Feedback Conference 2007:
"FEEDBACK, for me, was my life line to the music industry. Without the opportunity to experience this conference, I would not have had the exposure to labels and label feedback that I had there. This experience got me connected with an awesome management company and booking agent. Not only that, but the sheer opportunity to listen to awesome seminars that coach you in every aspect of your music, such as marketing and vocal training. I am very glad I chose to attend this conference. It has taken me to another level with my music. I highly recommend it."
Courtney Phelps / Solo Artist / North Carolina

"Feedback was truly an amazing experience! Thank you so much for putting it together, and for the guys that served us!! I can truly see God's Kingdom on your mind, and I believe that you guys placed a seed in the hearts of every person there, and that that seed will multiply! Thank you once again, and I hope we get to see you all again soon!!! Keep doing what you guys are doing, You ARE making a difference!!!
Sacred Stand / Band / South Africa

"Feedback, was an experience like none other…an opportunity to meet other musicians and industry people in your Genre. The conference allowed us to get to know Jesus on a more personal level. Feedback was the birthing point for who we are now!"
Breathing Enemies / Band / Mississippi

Check out what people are saying about our speakers for our practical sessions...

About Jan Smith.....

"She's the bomb! Jan has really taught me the subtleties of singing. Since I met her, I have gained two octaves on my voice. I'm from the school of 'I can sing and I don't need anybody to show me,' but Jan has made all the difference in the world."
Rob Thomas - vocalist -matchbox twenty

"Jan Smith is not just a vocal coach, she is a voice builder. By sharing her God given talent, she has made me understand the true meaning of singing from your soul!! She not only encourages vocal control, but demands vocal perfection."
Usher , LaFace Recording Artist

"Jan Smith is an invaluable resource for preparing singers for the rigors of making records. She brings a level of expertise and excitement that inspires passionate performances and increased technical ability. Working with her is a pleasure."
Matt Serletic, Producer - matchbox twenty, Aerosmith, Celine Dion

About Tom Jackson.....

"I was attending the GMA Academy in 2003 when I first attended Tom's classes…After applying some of his lessons, I was lucky enough to win the Overall Spotlight Award! Thanks to Tom for helping me on the road to American Idol!"
Jordin Sparks, 2007 American Idol

"If you want to learn about raising kids you ask Dr. Dobson. If you want to learn about handling money... Larry Burkett. If you want to learn to hit a baseball far... Mark McGwire. If you want to learn what to do onstage ask Tom Jackson."
Eddie Carswell, Founder of the group Newsong

"You are only hurting your music career if you are not listening to what Tom Jackson has to say about your onstage performance. I have been involved in the music business for 20 plus years as a musician, manager, indie label owner, major label VP and agency VP. If you are a singer, performing artist or in a band performing live and can only do one thing to further your career, take my advice, listen to what Tom Jackson has to say!"
Derrick Ross, VP Contemporary Music, SL Feldman and Associates (Avril Lavigne, Nelly Furtado, Bryan Adams, Rush, Norah Jones, Sarah McLachlan, Barenaked Ladies, Martina McBride and more)

About Charlie Peacock....

"The first time I heard Charlie Peacock was when I saw an "unplugged" performance with Vince Ebo and Jimmy Abegg. It absolutely changed my life! His music was, and still is, so unique and passionate. Not only did his music make an impact on my life, but the times I have heard him speak during his performances played a huge role in me surrendering to the ministry."
Bart Millard, MercyMe, INO Records Recoding Artists

"Charlie's place will always be a second home for me. I've learned so much about making music at Charlie's side. However, one of the most important things that he taught me has nothing to do with sounds or lyrics. He told me that "relationships will always matter more than the music. Twenty years from now your platinum albums or radio hits will mean very little. Always live with the families and friendships in mind." So true... I've admired Charlie for as long as I've known him. Whether in the studio or in the kitchen, he was the type of guy that you wanted to emulate. I hope to be a Charlie in the San Diego scene."
Jon Foreman, Lead Singer Switchfoot

"I like a lot of things about Charlie Peacock, but my favorite thing is his joy. It pours out into his music, production, writing and friendships. He is preoccupied with the Kingdom, how it works, and how it is meant to come to us, and because of this, his books, his music and his life are full of fruit and clues about kingdom living. Charlie and Andi have inspired Troy and I in our hearts and home."
Sara Groves, INO Records Recoding Artists

The Objective. Not an Event. A Movement. There are two opportunities that are FREE for you during GMA Week 2008. You don't need a pass or a badge to get in. The 1st one is an event brought to you by some amazing people at no charge to you. The day is packed with practical teaching, passionate worship, and chance to hear from God. It's sort of like like those samples at Sam's Club that you will not be able to get enough of. It will go from 10am -4pm on Tuesday April 22 at the Global Cafe. It is for artists to have a chance in the midst of a busy and crazy week to pause, and remember what this its all about...






The 2nd is a chance to see artist that were at FEEDBACK 2007 and artists going out on this summers eXtreme tour. The showcase starts at 5 and rocks all the way to midnight. We have a pretty amazing line-up that you will not want to miss.






See you in NashVegas....

What People are Saying about Feedback...

"I have been a Speaker, Industry Rep, and judge for dozens of events and seminars offering indie bands a chance to showcase for their "big break". What do I think of Feedback ? Feedback is more than a seminar, certainly more than showcase. Feedback is the first event I have seen, in the endless parade of "opportunities" for bands, that actually seeks to tear down the wall between the Industry and the Artists, making the correct information bands need to succeed accessible and understandable. The speakers and teachers that Feedback brings are not there to promote their company or service, and they are not there to make you a better entertainer. The speakers and teachers at Feedback are at the event for one reason alone: To help you learn to follow the Calling that God placed on you as a minister as effectively and successfully as possible. Finally ! A seminar that helps you seek first the Kingdom of God ! Pray about your opportunity to be a part of this. Did God really call you to minister through music ? Has God called you to attend ? If so, do not rob yourself by not attending. Step up, come to this event, let "Iron sharpen Iron". Become ALL that God called you to be as His servant. "

TED BRUUN / Founder / The Extreme Tour

"Feedback was amazing for us! Not only did we get some great input from industry professionals, but the information we gained and relationships we made have helped us to become a full-time ministry over the last year. It is something that totally changed how we operate as a band, and because of it we have been able to be involved in even more ministry while being able to raise enough support to do it all!"

This is Luke / Band / Tennessee

"Feedback, was an experience like non other. The opportunity to meet other musicians and industry people in your Genre.
Feedback allowed us to get to know Jesus on a more personal level..Feedback was the birthing point for who we are now!"

Breathing Enemies / Band / Mississippi

"FEEDBACK for me was my life line to the music industry. Without the oppurtunity to experience this conference, I would not have had the exposue to labels and label feedbck that I had there. This experience got me connected with an awesome management company and booking agent. Not only that, but the sheer oppurtunity to listen to awesome seminars that coach you in every aspect of you music, such as marketing and vocal traning. I am very glad I chose to attend this confrence. It has taken me to another level with my music. I highly reccomend it."

Courtney Phelps / Solo Artist / North Carolina

"Feedback was truely an amazing exerience! Thank you so much for putting it together, and for the guys that served us!! I can truely see God’s Kingdom on your mind, and I believe that you guys placed a seed in the hearts of every person there, and that that seed will multiply! Thank you once again, and I hope we get to see you all again soon!!! Keep doing what you guys are doing, You ARE making a difference!!!"

Sacred Stand / Band / South Africa

"Feedback was different from any other conference I’ve been to in that it went beyond the business and gave artists a chance to connect and rejuvenate themselves. The evening speakers had nothing to do with the music industry and to me that made it real and relevant… really powerful stuff… we definitely witnessed God moving at Feedback."

Noel McLeary / Solo Artist / Pennsylvania

FEEDBACK is proud to announce TWO, count um TWO locations for 2008!!! FEEDBACK will be held over Memorial Day weekend, May 22 – May 25 2008 just outside Asheville, North Carolina at the Lake Junaluska Christian Conference Center. This was the same location where we held the inaugural FEEDBACK in 2007. For the second location, we are going to mess with Texas! FEEDBACK heads just outside of Dallas, Texas at the Camp Copass Conference Center the weekend before Labor Day August 21- August 24 2008. We are busy getting speakers, worship leader, artists, and industry professionals confirmed. We have a several confirmed already but we are not telling just yet! Keep checking in with this page as we will be announcing more excitement SOON!

Who would you like to see at Feedback 2008? We are working on our line up right now. Did we mention we are hosting 2 conferences this year?

Producers Announced for the winners of the showcase...

Gold Records, Dove Awards, and Grammy's are no stranger to the trio of powerhouse producers that we have lined up for the winners of the FEEDBACK artist showcase. Did we mention TWO winners. That is right there will be a Grand Prize winner that will get a fully produced CD and a winning rock band that will get an EP. If you have not signed up for Feedback now is the time while there is still space and time!!!!

Eric Delegard - Producer/Engineer – www.reeltimeaudio.net
Eric Delegard was raised in Minneapolis where he studied and played trumpet and bass guitar. An interest in jazz led him to the University of North Texas where he played in the Three O'Clock Lab Band, Percussion Ensemble, UNT Jazz Singers, and several touring bands. Upon graduation with a marketing degree, he founded Reeltime Audio in Denton, TX and began recording and producing for local bands. Eric's recordings have helped many bands land major deals including: Bowling for Soup -Jive, Edgewater -Wind-up, Submersed -Wind-up, the Feds -Capital, Space Cadet -Trauma, Unloco -Maverick, Cross Canadian Ragweed- Universal South, Element Eighty -Universal, and Sugarbomb -RCA. Eric's engineering and mixing credits include the Grammy Award-winning "Polka Sonic" and "Let's Kiss" by Brave Combo. He has credits on several other Grammy-nominated projects, plus hundreds of jazz, Latin, country, rock, classical, Christian, death-metal, and "other" CDs.

Dan Hannon - Producer/Engineer – www.vinatagesong.com
Dove award winning producer Dan Hannon is more that just a producer. He is also a songwriter, musician, programmer, mixer, engineer. Having toured the United States and overseas for 9 years as lead singer/songwriter/guitar player for King Konga, Dan is no stranger to being in a band. Dan started playing professionally at the age of 10 in his hometown of Hampton, Virginia. He also attended University of Southern Mississippi on a full music scholarship for drums/percussion. He began producing records full-time in 2003. Now based in Atlanta GA, Dan recently produced SXSW and Rolling Stone magazine breakout artist Manchester Orchestra. Many of you may know Dan from his work on breakout artist Aaron Shust's debut record that broke records in retail and Christian radio. Dan has also just finished Aaron's follow up record on Brash, Whispered and Shouted, and there are no signs of slowing down for Dan.

CHRIS CLAYTON - Producer/Engineer – www.glimpseproductions.org
Whether it be producing, engineering, songwriting or leading worship, Chris Clayton has a passion for music that points to the Creator. Chris has had the opportunity to be involved in projects with such artists as Shane and Shane, Robby Seay Band, Big Daddy Weave, Joel Engle, Chris Tomlin, Passion Conferences and Phillips Craig & Dean. In addition to his national credits, Chris has worked with many independent artists/bands and desires to help them not only put out the best project possible, but he encourages and supports them outside of the studio as well. Ultimately, Chris' desire is to invest his time and talents in people and ministries who have a true passion to lift up the name of Christ with more than just music. Chris and his studio, The Bedington House, reside in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area.


We know one thing. What comes from these guys is going to making noise for a long time to come. Will you??