
SCHEDULE
DAY 4
FEB
28

IMC OVERLOADED
10PM-1AM
TBA
EVENT
PANELS
10:00-11:00AM: AFRICA RISING: BUILDING BRIDGES BETWEEN CARIBBEAN AND AFROBEATS
11:30-12:30PM: UNDERSTANDING ARTIST MANAGEMENT
(Roles, Rights, Responsibilities)


ROMEICH MAJOR
(Romeich Entertainment/ Major Marketing)
1:00-2:00PM: THE GRAMMY'S AND YOUR CAREER

NAME
(Title)
4:00-5:00PM: FROM SCRIPT TO SCREEN WHO REALLY SHAPES THE STORY?

Saturday


The Island Music Conference 2026 Songwriters Workshop is designed to equip songwriters with practical skills, creative insight, and exposure to today’s music-making
tools and technologies. The workshop provides focused instruction and guidance aimed at developing songwriting techniques, enhancing creativity, and strengthening participants’ ability to write for today’s global music market.
The workshop is directed by Brandon Bakshi , an experienced music industry executive with a strong background in managing relationships with international songwriters, composers, and music publishers. His extensive experience includes overseeing high-profile programs and events such as the BMI London Awards and the BMI at Abbey Road Songwriters Sessions. The Assistant Director is Tasha Thorbourne, an accomplished singer and songwriter best known as a former member of the group Brick & Lace, where she played a key role in the group’s songwriting and creative direction.



















