The two-day conference was filled with industry panels, live performances from local artists, hearty food, and more. This year, the conference focused on highlighting the importance of community for sustainability in the music industry, exemplified by the slogan, “It Takes A Village.” 

Grand in-person affair with a red carpet, romantic decor, live performances, light fare, silent auction, live painting, and inspiring presentations in an effort toshare the mission and vision of DC Music Summit. #DCMusicSummit#FundraisingEvent

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021 #VirtualDCMS was themed “The Year to Empower” to encourage creative entrepreneurs to move forward during the pandemic, and continue along a collective journey to artist empowerment.

DCMS will host workshops, panels, and activations focused on business and creative development, addressing key challenges, and offering the larger community an opportunity to strengthen connections and spark creative and inclusive solutions. I

The Annual DC Music Summit is a special 1-day event featuring industry leaders, artists, and community leaders in discussion about ways to support DC's growing music industry.

Sponsored by Accelerate with Google, the event brought 200 musicians, writers producers, and managers to a rapidly gentrifying area in Southeast DC for a full day of performances, discussions, and panels.