New Skool Rules

The largest international Hip Hop and R&B conference in the world! New Skool Rules is an annual high class and high energy event that provides a platform for industry professionals to get a taste of international talents, to network and exchange knowledge with other giants in the industry as well as with upcoming and established artists. In 2011 the program features over 30 showcases, 12 master classes, 12 workshops, 12 panels, 3 after-parties, speed-date sessions and much more.

The first edition of the New Skool Rules conference in 2009 had proven to be the ultimate international breeding ground for music professionals around the globe, reaching over 900 delegates from over 20 countries. Major as well as underground and indie contributors to the urban scene were represented, with delegates from Def Jam, Universal, BET, VIBE, MTV (USA), Konvikt, Interscope, AllHipHop.com, WEA, Sony ATV, EMI Publishing, Warner Music and Talpa Music Publishing present.

Nieuwe Oogst

Nieuwe Oogst in Rotterdam is the first venue in the Benelux catering to urban youth culture and developing urban talent. Nieuwe Oogst functions as a home base for youth culture in its broadest sense, be it as production house, workshop spot or performance venue. One of the other pillars of Nieuwe Oogst is collaboration with other cultural organizations in and outside Rotterdam. This also includes organizing events in the field of urban arts.

Markets/Trade Fairs, Pop/Jazz/World, Professional Conference Organiser (PCO), Tip (Things to Do), Nightlife & Clubbing