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the artists know
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Music City Make-A-Thon 2026

the artists know

Making the music industry less complicated and overwhelming for artists and music creators.

the artists know (the ark) is an Innovation Partner providing a platform that centralizes and simplifies the music industry for artists and music creators. Their step-by-step artist roadmap, personalizes tasks, resources and platforms relevant to an artist's journey. Founded by artist turned C-level music exec Kiki O'Connell-Goldbaum (Sofar Sounds, Seated, We Make Noise) and a team of artists and musicians, their aim is to make the industry safer, more nurturing and less overwhelming. the ark is interested in helping artists better understand the industry and is open to supporting participants with education, resources and mentoring.

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3 offerings

Workshop on Artist Roadmaps

Event participation

Hosts workshops that guide artists through mapping their artist journey, understanding available resources and getting them connected.

Participant-only redemption details are reserved for validated Music City Make-A-Thon participants.

Free Artist Page, EPK and Link-In-Bio

Any Artist

Every member of the artists know (the ark) community will receive a free artist page, EPK and Link-In-Bio.

Participant-only redemption details are reserved for validated Music City Make-A-Thon participants.

1:1 Sessions. Building your Artist Roadmap with the artists know (the ark)

Any Artist

Book a 30 minute, 1:1 session with one of the ark team where they will help you build your own artist roadmap, connect you with tools, resources and expert guidance,

Participant-only redemption details are reserved for validated Music City Make-A-Thon participants.

Participation

Sessions & events

Add partner-led sessions directly to your participant schedule, or jump out to their external sign-up flow when one is provided. Contact sharing is optional and only shown to that host when you opt in.

An Easier Way for Artists to Navigate the Music Industry (Online)

Available

Hosted by the artists know (the ark). Get a break down of your artist journey, personalized in simple steps that remove the overwhelm and take your from where you are to where you want to go. Plus, get connected with all the tools, resources and experts to help you along the way. Every member of the ark community gets a FREE Artist Page, EPK and Link-In-Bio.

March 23, 20262:00 PM - 3:00 PMVirtual (External link)

Artist Career Hub with the artists know (Online)

Available

Hosted by the artists know (the ark.) Come hangout, share where you need the most help with your career and we'll connect you with platforms, tools & resources in the area(s) you need!

March 24, 20261:00 PM - 1:30 PMVirtual (External link)

An Easier Way for Artists to Navigate the Music Industry (Online)

Available

Hosted by the artists know (the ark). Get a break down of your artist journey, personalized in simple steps that remove the overwhelm and take your from where you are to where you want to go. Plus, get connected with all the tools, resources and experts to help you along the way. Every member of the ark community gets a FREE Artist Page, EPK and Link-In-Bio.

March 25, 20262:00 PM - 3:00 PMVirtual (External link)

Artist Career Hub with the artists know (Online)

Available

Hosted by the artists know (the ark.) Come hangout, share where you need the most help with your career and we'll connect you with platforms, tools & resources in the area(s) you need!

March 26, 20261:00 PM - 1:30 PMVirtual (External link)