{"id":2464603,"date":"2026-06-17T22:38:56","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T22:38:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2464603"},"modified":"2026-06-17T22:38:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T22:38:56","slug":"distro-fest-nyc-brings-free-music-industry-event-to-new-york-city-the-hype-magazine-unveiling-the-pulse-of-urban-culture-from-hip-hop-to-hollywood-explore-a-diverse-tapestry-of-stories-interviews","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/distro-fest-nyc-brings-free-music-industry-event-to-new-york-city-the-hype-magazine-unveiling-the-pulse-of-urban-culture-from-hip-hop-to-hollywood-explore-a-diverse-tapestry-of-stories-interviews\/","title":{"rendered":"Distro Fest Nyc Brings Free Music Industry Event To New York City The Hype Magazine: Unveiling the Pulse of Urban Culture &#8211; From Hip Hop to Hollywood! Explore a Diverse Tapestry of Stories, Interviews, and Impactful Editorials Spanning Fashion, Gaming, Movies, MMA, EDM, Rock, and Beyond! www.thehypemagazine.com &#8211; The Hype Magazine The Hype Magazine"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Distro Fest NYC is a free, one-of-a-kind celebration of music supported by community, artists, industry professionals, and music entrepreneurs, happening Thursday, June 25 at DROM, at 85 Ave A on New York City\u2019s Lower East Side. The event is part of New York Music Month and is equal parts education, networking, and live entertainment.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-NYC-front.png\"><\/a> <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-NYC-back.png\">\u00a0 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-371654\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-NYC-back-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"345\" height=\"230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-NYC-back-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-NYC-back-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-NYC-back-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-NYC-back-1536x1024.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-NYC-back.png 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 345px) 100vw, 345px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distro Fest NYC is presented by Anchor Music Collective, SPIN Magazine, and WHO?MAG Distribution and supported by GigLogic, Shure Microphones, Musiversal, feature.fm, Digital Royalty Distribution, KiTbetter, Tipify, Rotor Video (by LyricFind), and OIID as well as labels Vaultt Music, BeyonDaFence, Othawurld Muzik Group, Gran Centennial, and Neda Zehra. Supporting partners are contributing their products, services, and special offers to the Creators\u2019 Gift Pack worth over $500.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Music Industry Panel<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The evening kicks off with a dynamic panel discussion featuring six prominent voices from across the music industry including GigLogic, Shure, feature.fm, Musiversal, Digital Royalty Distribution, and OIID. \u00a0Panelists will share insights on new tech tools and what it takes to build a sustainable career in today\u2019s rapidly changing music business. \u00a0It is being hosted by music industry vet David Hazan.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-panel-flier.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-371653\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-panel-flier-240x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"303\" height=\"379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-panel-flier-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-panel-flier-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-panel-flier-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Distro-Fest-panel-flier.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 303px) 100vw, 303px\"\/> <\/a><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DISTRO-FEST-NYC-DJS-1.png\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-371661\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DISTRO-FEST-NYC-DJS-1-240x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"301\" height=\"377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DISTRO-FEST-NYC-DJS-1-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DISTRO-FEST-NYC-DJS-1-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DISTRO-FEST-NYC-DJS-1-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DISTRO-FEST-NYC-DJS-1.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 301px) 100vw, 301px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>VIP Reception<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following the panel, a VIP reception will provide an exclusive opportunity for guests to connect with panelists, fellow artists, and industry professionals. The reception underscores Distro Fest NYC\u2019s commitment to fostering real relationships and meaningful dialogue within the music community.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Live Video Mixtape: 21 Artists. One Hour.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The centerpiece of Distro Fest NYC is the Live Video Mixtape \u2014 a groundbreaking, high-energy showcase in which 21 artists take the stage across a single, electrifying hour. Drawing from the spirit of the classic NYC mixtape format, this rapid-fire performance spotlights a diverse roster of emerging and established talent. \u00a0Performances include Chill Rob G, Pan Amsterdam, Mikey D (Main Source), Vaultt Music, The RumRepublik, BeyonDaFence, Neda Zehra, Gran Centennial, Melissa Bonilla, Jada Reese, Chris Greiner, Helen &amp; Terry, Susan G, The Arcane Insignia, Turbo Goth, Honey Dinero, Judah Priest, Fire Nation Flamez, Broadway Q, The Acute, and RHYMRCKA.\u00a0 It is hosted by legendary DJ The DTA Experience (former DJ for Prince and Beyonce) and Grammy Nominated BabyPaul BPZY.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/46.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-371657\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/46-240x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"325\" height=\"406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/46-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/46-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/46-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/46.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 325px) 100vw, 325px\"\/><\/a> \u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/48.png\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-371658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/48-240x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"325\" height=\"406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/48-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/48-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/48-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/48.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 325px) 100vw, 325px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/47.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-371659\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/47-240x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"325\" height=\"406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/47-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/47-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/47-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/47.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 325px) 100vw, 325px\"\/><\/a><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/49.png\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-371660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/49-240x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"325\" height=\"406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/49-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/49-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/49-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thehypemagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/49.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 325px) 100vw, 325px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"399\">\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to bring Distro Fest to New York City. After successfully hosting three Distro Fest events in New Jersey, we\u2019re excited to showcase our unique independent music festival and conference experience to one of the world\u2019s most influential music markets,\u201d said Rob Schwartz, founder of WHO?MAG Distribution and Distro Fest. \u00a0\u201cThis also marks the third installment of our \u201cLive Video Mixtape\u201d series, and it\u2019s truly an experience unlike any other. Attendees can expect an innovative blend of live performances, networking, and industry engagement that you won\u2019t find anywhere else. In addition, our panel discussions will feature an incredible lineup of industry professionals, making this a must-attend event for artists, executives, and music enthusiasts alike.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Event Details<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Date: <\/strong>Thursday, June 25, 2025 \u2013 5pm-9pm<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Venue: <\/strong>DROM \u2014 85 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Admission: <\/strong>Free<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information, press inquiries, or media credentials, please contact:<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>www.distrofest.com \/ www.whomagdistribution.com<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.thehypemagazine.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0Distro Fest NYC is a free, one-of-a-kind celebration of music supported by community, artists, industry professionals, and music entrepreneurs, happening Thursday, June 25 at DROM, at 85 Ave A on New York City\u2019s Lower East Side. 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