MACRoCk

PANELS

Panels are likely the most important and rewarding aspect about the MACRoCk. Each year open discussions and talks take place during the afternoon of the 2nd day of the conference. Most topics deal with important issues to college radio and the independent music community. On occasion, topics branch out to various loosely related subjects like war, politics, d.i.y. ethics, and grassroots organizing.

This year’s panels include:

Gotta Get Dat News

LOCATION: Ruby’s (Clementine’s Basement -153 South Main)

DATE: Saturday April 7

TIME: 12:00-1:00pm

DESCRIPTION: Did you hear that dude named Coldplay is having another baby with Katy Perry?!? Of course you didn’t because you don’t keep up with music news. That’s why you need to go to this panel. You’ll get a chance to talk about zines, blogs, websites, etc. with the most crucial dudes in the business. Check out how it all gets made and learn something before you rock your brains out. For your health.

SPEAKERS

• Sam Richardson (Feel IT Records & “Got Myself” Zine)

- Keeping zines alive and well in RVA.

• Megan Petty (Fuzzy Logic blog)

- Has her eye on all things indie in Washington, DC.

• Shannon Cleary (RVA Mag)

- Updating us on what’s cool in Richmond music and fashion.

• Sean Rhorer (gluehc.com)

- MACROCK alum trying to let the world know all there is about modern hardcore news.

Kinda Like Woodstock

LOCATION: Ruby’s (Clementine’s Basement -153 South Main)

DATE: Saturday April 7

TIME: 1:00pm-2:00pm

DESCRIPTION: “I remember back in the day when I was at Woodstock and smoked PCP with Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix spewed stars out of his wiener guitar BLAH BLAH BLAH!” That’s lame. Want to hear a REAL festival story? Come chat with some of the coolest dudes in the game, hear what they’ve got to say, and ask ’em questions. Don’t miss this opportunity!

SPEAKERS

• Jeff Blinder (SPAZZ Fest)

- Resides in Philly but his heart beats for Greenville, NC

• William Cannon (Road2Ruin Fest)

- Aspiring wrestler by the name of Evil Weevil

• Jeremiah Jenkins (Rocktown Beer and Music Festival)

- Harrisonburg G bringing the community together

• Casey Malone & Zach Reader (Recess Fest)

- Besties from Charlotte, NC workin’ hard to stick it to Miss Finster

Spice Up Your Shirts

LOCATION: Laughing Dog (82 South Main Street)

DATE: Saturday April 7

TIME: 12:00-2:00pm (NOT 3pm, Guidebook is incorrect)

DESCRIPTION: Downtown would not be as pleasant without Laughing Dog. Family-owned and operated since 1990, this print shop does amazing work. On Saturday, they want to invite you to bring one shirt and receive a free print… FREE. We’ve got two killer designs this year. Show up early to beat the rush! *Note Panel runs 12:00-2:00 (not 12:00-3:00)

For Questions or to learn more about the panels please contact vincentmacrock@gmail.com.