Industry Influence is a monthly music conference that is held every first Monday of the Month in New Orleans, La. at Republic NOLA (828 S. Peters St). . It was founded in October of 2008 by Wild Wayne and Sess 4-5. Industry Influence creates an avenue for independent artist by assisting them in getting exposed in all aspects of the music business; from an educational standpoint. Attendees are granted the opportunity to network, get educated, and to view a showcase of some of the best talent that Louisiana has to offer. 
Industry influence 78 spoke volumes! It most definitely educated artists, in terms of getting their business in order, before they should even consider being featured on national blogs and in regional publications. Jody Breeze Former member of Block Entertainment’s Boyz N Da Hood , gave the artists’ his spill on what it takes to become a successful artist. Other panelists included Urban Spice, Real Talk, My Hell of a Life & Beauty, and Power & the Beast. There were live performances by Shawt , King B. , Iris P., Jody Breeze, , and We “All or Nuthin Ent.” 
DJ E.F. Cuttin held it down on the 1’s and 2’s as always. He had the audience amped up and ready to take on the world. The artists/business spotlight, was quite the treat. There was something for everyone. If you missed Industry Influence 78 you missed a wealth of knowledge. No worries! Don’t get your panties in a bunch; check out the recap! http://youtu.be/ONCg8X53c6U 
http://youtu.be/gvmg1JVt-xY 
“That’s a wrap!” Make it your business to be a part of the next conference, If you don’t you’ll be sorry. 🙂 
“We are passionate about beings that have been blessed with the ability to move mountains with their minds. ”
