Cutting Edge CE Conference

The Cutting Edge CE Conference — one of North America's longest-running music business and entertainment law gatherings — is set to mark its 34th edition when it returns to the InterContinental Hotel in New Orleans, August 26–30, 2026.

Originally launched in 1993 as a conference dedicated to educating musicians and music professionals about the latest trends in the music industry, the event has since evolved into a multi-track experience covering entertainment law, filmmaking, interactive applications, and media business education.

The 2026 edition will again feature approximately 94 speakers drawn from entertainment law, music business, and creative industries, with sessions designed to connect established and aspiring professionals from across the United States and beyond.

Running concurrently with the main conference are a trade show, the NewWorks Artist Showcase, and the Roots Music Gathering FestivalNet — making the event a comprehensive destination for anyone working across music, film, and the broader entertainment economy.

Topics historically include streaming and digital distribution, music licensing for film and television, understanding the economy of the song, and the latest developments in entertainment law.

Website - cuttingedgenola.com.