Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas

Insomniac is partnering with Haven Entertainment and directors Dan Cutforth and Jane Lipsitz on the documentary "EDC 2013: You Are the Headliner." The film will explore the festival experience through the eyes of the fans and the creative minds behind the event.

Beginning in 1997 with a few thousand revelers in Los Angeles, the Electric Daisy Carnival has become the largest dance music event in North America. Known for its over the top displays of pyrotechnics, world-class artists, costumed theatrical performers, interactive art installations, full scale carnival rides and state-of-the-art lighting and sound production, this year's festival is expected to attract 345,000 attendees from June 21-23, 2013.

"I'm very excited for audiences to witness the passion that goes into making EDC Las Vegas an unforgettable experience for the fans, who I consider our headliners," said Pasquale Rotella, CEO and founder of Insomniac. "The teams at Haven Entertainment and Magical Elves understand the spirit of EDC and I'm confident that we will capture the magic of the festival on film."

The film will follow festivalgoers as they prepare for their journey to EDC Las Vegas and chronicle their unique experience throughout the three-day festival. Behind the scenes footage and interviews with key Insomniac team members will give new audiences the chance to discover what has made the Electric Daisy Carnival a global phenomenon.

"There is no live event as innovative and awe-inspiring as Electric Daisy Carnival and we are so excited to bring this one of a kind experience to audiences around the world," says Rachel Miller, Partner at Haven Entertainment.
 
"We could not be more thrilled about the vision Dan and Jane have for the EDC Movie and we are honored to be working with them to help bring this cutting edge event to the big screen," added Kevin Mann, Partner at Haven Entertainment. 

"EDC has evolved into a unique pop culture movement and we're thrilled to have the opportunity to film it," said Dan Cutforth. Jane Lipsitz added, "We're inspired by the stories that come together at EDC - stories of love, music, youth and discovery, which are timeless."

"EDC 2013: You Are the Headliner" will be directed by Dan Cutforth and Jane Lipsitz of Magical Elves. Insomniac and Haven Entertainment are producing with Insomniac founder and CEO Pasquale Rotella and COO Simon Rust Lamb as Executive Producers.

Fans interested in applying to have their EDC, Las Vegas journey documented have until May 28, 2013 to apply via EDCthemovie.com where they can submit a letter and audition tape for consideration.

Brace yourselves bassheads, the competition is about to get heavy! During EDC Week, one heavy-duty Discovery Project: EDC Vegas winner will be selected to also perform at Bassrush Massive. If you think you have what it takes, step up and share your massive bass creations with us!

The Discovery Project is ready to venture off into the thundering low-end frequencies. It's time to discover the Rush!

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EDMbiz launched last year to promote and facilitate thoughtful discussion on the most pertinent topics relevant to dance music culture, including best business practices, new technology platforms, social media, festivals, direct-to-fan relationships, licensing, sponsorships, and sustaining community and during a period of significant growth.

At the second annual conference, attendees will enjoy a comprehensive schedule of inspiring panel discussions, riveting keynote addresses, as well as networking events at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas during Electric Daisy Carnival Week on June 18-20, 2013.  Attendees will also have access to EDC Week nightclub parities at Marquee, TAO, Lavo and others.

One of last year’s keynotes, Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino commented, “EDMbiz was a great experience.  The entire dance music ecosystem was there, truly the epicenter of EDM.”

This year’s keynotes will include a conversation with CAA Managing Partner and Head of Worldwide Music Rob Light.  Rob will discuss CAA’s global EDM strategy, its relevance to the agency’s film and TV business, and the Daft Punk effect. 

Another keynote will be a conversation between Marc Geiger (head of William Morris Endeavor's music division) and Perry Farrell. During their session the two will reflect on their collaboration as co-creators of the game changing festival “Lollapalooza” in 1991.  These two pioneers will offer insight into the progression of electronic dance music by recalling their own experiences and engaging the audience in an open discussion about the genre’s effect on the modern music scene.

“I was most impressed with the quality of discourse and participation last year. People came ready to learn and contribute to the growth of the scene,” said returning host and co-curator Jason Bentley. “There were big thinkers and big ideas in the room. People come to EDMbiz to make a difference.”

“On the one hand EDMbiz is about creating business opportunities, learning and networking, but on the other hand it’s also about discussing the steps the industry must take to preserve the unique elements of dance music events that make them so special,” said Pasquale Rotella, CEO and founder of Insomniac. “We place a lot of focus on the fans and their voice will be heard at this year’s conference alongside artists, visionaries, and executives.”

EDMbiz has added mentoring sessions with top industry professionals and small-forum breakout discussions that will give aspiring newcomers an opportunity to engage industry leaders directly. Also planned is the first EDM uber-fan panel, the launch of the SkyLight project to promote the advancement of women in the business of dance music founded by Stephanie LaFera (owner of Little Empire Music) and Kerri Mason (dance music journalist and Billboard contributor), and the third meeting of industry advocacy group, the Association For Electronic Music, founded by Ben Turner (director of Graphite) and attorney Kurosh Nasseri.

Below is the first batch of confirmed panelists and speakers for the conference.  Additional speakers will be announced in the coming weeks:

- Lee Anderson, Agent, AM Only
- James Barton, President, Live Nation Electronic Music
- John Boyle, Chief Growth Officer and Interim CFO, Insomniac
- Todd Chaffee, General Partner, Institutional Venture Partners
- Senthil Chidambaram, CEO, Dancing Astronaut
- Ted Cohen, Managing Director, TAG Strategic
- Bruce Eskowitz, COO, Red Light Management
- Ari Evans, Founder and CEO, Less Than 3
- Perry Farrell, Artist and Founder of Lollapalooza
- Shelly Finkel, Vice Chairman, SFX Entertainment
- Marc Geiger, Head of Music, William Morris Endeavor
- Geronimo, Director of Programming Electronic/Dance Format, Sirius XM
- Seth Goldstein, CEO, DJZ
- Steve Goodgold, Agent, The Windish Agency
- Allan Hardenberg, CEO, Alda Events (A State of Trance, Armin Only, I Am Hardwell)
- Chris Kantrowitz, Founder and CEO, Gobbler
- Mikhail LaPushner, CEO and Founder, OneBeat
- Vivien Lewit, Director Content Partnerships Music, You Tube
- Rob Light, Managing Partner and Head of Worldwide Music, Creative Artists Agency
- Neil Moffitt, CEO, Angel Management Group (Hakkasan)
- David Moricca, Founder and CEO, Mixify
- Kurosh Nasseri, Attorney at Law and Co-Founder, Association for Electronic Music
- Gary Richards, CEO, HARD Events
- Pasquale Rotella, CEO, Insomniac
- Rick Stevens, CEO, Y Entertainment Group (Ron Burkle’s music investment arm)
- Jason Strauss, Managing Partner, TAO Group
- Tommie Sunshine. Label Owner, Brooklyn Fire  and Writer, Huffington Post
- Mike Tunnicliffe, Chief Growth Officer, GroupM/WPP
- Ben Turner, Director, Graphite and Co-founder, Association for Electronic Music
- Joel Zimmerman, Global Head of Electronic Music, William Morris Endeavor
- Brian Zisk, Managing Director, SF MusicTech Fund and Executive Producer, SF MusicTech Summit

For more information on speakers and registration, please visit www.edmbiz.com

Welcome to the EDC Las Vegas 2013 website! Use this as your official source to help plan, prep, and make the most out of your audiovisual adventure in Las Vegas this June. Here you find information about:
 
-Tickets. Festival passes are completely sold out, but you can still find important ticketing info in this section. You can also use this section to purchase shuttle passes, hotel reservations, and lockers.
 
-EDC Week (COMING SOON). Plan your week in Vegas with our complete listings of official EDC Week events including pool parties, club night, Bassrush Massive, & more!
 
-EDC Las Vegas 2013 Performers. Discover the performers providing the soundtrack for this year's 3-day festival.
 
-Festival Info. Prepare for EDC by reviewing our list of general info, festival guidelines, and the FAQ.
 
-Travel. Plan your travel to EDC with an array of travel options & tips.
 
-Photo Gallery. Take a look at the photo gallery for a sneak peek of the magic awaiting you at EDC Las Vegas!
 
-Entertainment. Discover just a few of the surprises that are in store as the Las Vegas Motor Speedway is transformed into your immersive landscape.
 
-YOU are the headliner. Find out how you can contribute to the experience of EDC Las Vegas!
 
+much, much more.
 
Be sure to check the news section frequently for the most up-to-date info about EDC Las Vegas. We can’t wait to see all of you under the desert sky in just a month!