The MIDEM, organized by LIVE NATION, positions itself as the global hub of the music industry. This flagship event will take place at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes and will bring together artists, professionals, and innovators for three days filled with rich exchanges, collaborations, and discoveries.
Sacem will be present throughout the event with a diverse and engaging program addressing the major challenges of the music industry.
SACEM PROGRAM AT MIDEM 2025
FRIDAY, JANUARY 31
AI: Artificial Intelligence, curse or opportunity for music?
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM – Auditorium Jean Mineur
A discussion on the rise of AI in music creation and its impact on the industry: from automated production to personalized user experiences. Is AI a powerful tool for creators and producers, or a threat to authenticity and employment in the sector?
With:
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Brice Homs (Sacem): Author, administrator, and president of the Strategic Innovation Council (CSI)
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Salim Jawab (Believe): Global Head of Creative Innovation
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Yvan Boudillet: Musictech Europe
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Michael Turbot: Sony AI
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Michel Zgarka: Moderator (Chairman and CEO of Hitlab Group of Companies)
Music and Cinema: two arts in harmony?
11:45 AM to 12:45 PM – Auditorium Jean Mineur
An exploration of the relationship between music and cinema, from creating soundtracks to the emotional impact of music on visual storytelling. How does music enrich cinematic narratives, and conversely, how does cinema contribute to musical evolution?
With:
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Michael Tordjman (Sacem): Composer, administrator, and producer
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James M. Dowaliby: Executive Producer at Light and Edge
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Eliot Cohen: Founder and CEO of Red Bus Studios
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Dominique Zgarka: Moderator (Executive Vice President of The SRG-IL)
Copyright and live performances: ensuring efficiency amid competitive challenges
3:15 PM to 4:15 PM – Auditorium Philippe Erlanger
Live performances are at the heart of cultural and social life, offering unique experiences that shape our collective memory. However, in a transforming sector—between direct licensing temptations that challenge the collective management model and the need to support artists while preserving musical diversity—many questions arise.
Direct licenses challenge traditional collective management models and disrupt established balances.
In this changing context, industry players must tackle a dual challenge: ensuring fair and sustainable remuneration for artists while preserving musical diversity. The panelists will provide insights on these critical issues and share concrete solutions for the future of live music creation.
With:
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Cécile Rap-Veber: CEO and Managing Director of Sacem
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Malika Seguineau: CEO of Ekhoscènes
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Louis Dampenon: Production Director at Live Nation
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Christian Seitz: Head of Live Licensing at Gema
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Caroline Champarnaud: Moderator (Director of International Affairs at Sacem)
Keynote: Cécile Rap-Veber
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM – Auditorium Jean Mineur
Cécile Rap-Veber will share her vision on essential topics: the role of music criticism, digital innovation, the impact of public policies on culture, and much more.
Format:
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30-minute keynote
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15-minute Q&A session