Yes, it's the notorious bass player from Spinal Tap, Derek Smalls, dispensing the wit and wisdom of Spinal Tap in a shockingly live interview with musician and producer CJ Vanston. There's no telling where this will go, so better come early to make sure you don't miss the hidden gems and secrets from the dark side of the music business.

Chris Lord-Alge will be talking about how we, the “studio heroes,” serve the artists, serve the music, save the past for the future, involving all the creators, because we are the future. Special guests to be announced.

An icon in the studio recording and production world, Al Schmitt has won 22 Grammy awards, two Latin Grammys and a Trustees Grammy for Lifetime Achievement, and has helped artists garner an astounding 160 gold and platinum albums. He is about to release his new book, (which might have 300 pages just for the discography)! Come and hear his amazing stories in this very special TEC Tracks keynote.

Live events give rise to a huge variety of potential dangers, from the health and safety of touring professionals to crowd management and event security.  This session will feature two presenters with the unenviable distinction of seeing people die at their shows.  Sue McGuirl, co-Chair of the Event Safety Alliance’s Advisory Council, will talk with Shawn London, who was the sound engineer for Eagles of Death Metal at the Bataclan nightclub.  Attorney and ESA vice president Steven Adelman will moderate. This session is brought to you by the Event Safety Alliance, ESTA and PLSN/FOH.

Unlocking the full creative potential of an artist is the ultimate goal of every instrument and technology manufacturer. When the barriers are removed, innovation is limitless. A3E welcomes Intel and visionary artist BT to unveil the world's most responsive digital recording, in a mobile package. The boundaries of studio technology may be a thing of the past!