The Branca Institute welcomes renowned music publicists to Occidental College for a panel discussion on the art of promotion, media relations, and building a lasting presence in today’s music industry. Moderated by Professor Ramona Gonzalez.
Location:
Mosher Lecture Hall
Event Date: Nov. 12, 2026
Judy Miller Silverman, a publicist for nearly 30 years, has represented artists such as Arooj Aftab, Bon Iver, Ethel Cain, and Flying Lotus. Founder of Motormouth Media, she has also worked with dozens of notable brands and music festivals such as All Tomorrow’s Parties and FYF Fest.
Kyn Fellows, an accomplished communications, marketing, and public relations executive, currently serves as Publicity Director at Def Jam Recordings, where she leads publicity strategy and media campaigns for artists across the label’s roster.
Erin Thompson has spent the past five years as Director of Communications at the independent label Domino Recording Company. Artists she has worked with include Arctic Monkeys, Alex G, Porches, Wet Leg, and many others.
This event is free and open to members of the Occidental community. A reception will follow on Mosher Patio.
For more information, email brancainstitute@oxy.edu.
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