Too Lost is switching up how music conferences reach the industry with a focus on reaching as many people as possible in a brand-new format. Say goodbye to the usual panels and lectures and get ready for an event that focuses on hands-on learning and real connections. The ‘Game From The GAUDs’ (Goats & Underdogs) music conference is hosted by top industry professionals Ray Daniels, Damien Ritter, and Nyla Symone.
Each date will feature music, live games, and prizes from Mackie, so industry vets should come ready to network with their fellow creators in a dynamic and inspiring atmosphere. Whether you’re an artist, producer, manager, label owner, or songwriter—’Game from the GAUDS’ is the ultimate opportunity to elevate your career while making connections with industry peers. Ready to get your learning game on? Here’s the who, what, why, when and where you need to know.
Too Lost Presents ‘Game From The GAUDS’ — Live Music Industry Experience Dates
- Philadelphia — October 9
- Washington D.C. — October 11
- Atlanta — October 12
- New York City — October 14
Ready to attend a date near you? Tickets are available at www.gamefromthegauds.com. General Admission price is $45. Remember—this multi-city music conference experience offers a new way to network in the music industry. It is not divided into panels to attend—instead there will be established music professionals present in every city to give their opinions on industry happenings while participating in the interactive sessions available.
About Ray Daniels
Ray Daniels is an entrepreneur, visionary, and media personality who intimately understands the intersection of music and culture. Daniels has found success weaving these two worlds together. Through his work as the founder of LYI Agency (Leverage Your Influence), the host of The GAUDS Show, and Founder of RAYDAR LLC, Daniels and the artists he represents have played a role in powering some of the most iconic artists and hits of our generation.
Daniels is the power player that every major artist, executive, and culture mover knows. Daniels was born in New York and raised in Atlanta with a contagious drive and passion that has lived on as he rose to prominence—first through his A&R work at Warner Music Group. That drive has continued through his management endeavors, with Daniels understanding the magic it takes to create a hit, as well as the collaboration that goes into delivering chart toppers for artists like Lizzo, Ciara, Usher, Saweetie, Latto, Future, and many more.
About Damien Ritter
Damien Ritter is the Director of Marketing at Too Lost, the former COO of BeatStars and a former Co-Founder of Funk Volume—a Los Angeles-based record label cited as a leader among independent rap labels. Funk Volume ranked up over 600 million YouTube views, consistent Top 10 chart placements on Billboard and iTunes, as well as high profile write-ups in media outlets including Forbes, Billboard, SPIN, and more.
About Nyla Symone
Born in Germany, raised in Maryland, made in Manhattan — DJ Nyla Symone brings her expertise in the music industry as well as her networking experience. She DJs and co-hosts alongside Charlamagne Tha God on Comedy Central’s ‘Tha God’s Honest Truth’ and Revolt TV’s ‘Off Top’ with Big Tigger and Rapsody.
Nyla Symone also hosts a weekly spot on Power 105.1, New York City’s #1 radio station for hip-hop and R&B and became the station’s youngest DJ at 23. In addition to the station’s YouTube channel, Nyla has done deep dives and sit-downs with some of the most prominent figures in the music business. On her own channel, Nyla Symone — The Pretty Tomboy, she has interviewed Roddy Rich, Megan Thee Stallion, Migos, Saweetie, Blueface, Masego, and many more.
About Too Lost
Too Lost is a music and technology company that provides software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions for independent music rights holders. Their distribution and publishing services deliver, monetize, and protect songs across the globe for over 250,000+ musicians, record labels, studios, brands, investors, and platforms. Too Lost is a proud member of The American Association of Independent Music (A2IM) and MERLIN. The company is headquartered in New York City with satellite offices located in Los Angeles, Barcelona, and Reykjavik.