ATLANTA, GA — May 2026 — Stop One Distribution and DRV Music Group (DRVMG) are proud to announce an exclusive Music Industry Mixer taking place on Wednesday, May 13th at the renowned 700 Studios during Music Biz Week in Atlanta, Georgia.
Designed as a premier networking experience for music industry professionals, creatives, executives, artists, producers, engineers, managers, marketers, and media personalities attending Music Biz Week, the event will provide an opportunity for attendees to connect, build relationships, and engage in meaningful conversations within one of Atlanta’s most respected creative environments.
Hosted inside the stunning entertainment room at 700 Studios, guests will experience the energy and innovation that has made the venue one of Atlanta’s rising hubs for music culture and entertainment. The full-service facility features two floors of creative space, multiple recording studios, lounge areas, and production environments tailored to the evolving needs of today’s music industry professionals.
As the home of Stop One Distribution, 700 Studios has become a destination for independent artists and labels seeking a more hands-on and strategic approach to music distribution. Stop One Distribution has built its reputation through a team-based A&R model that focuses on artist development, marketing support, and long-term career growth while servicing thousands of recording artists worldwide.
Co-sponsor DRV Music Group (DRVMG) continues to expand its footprint as an artist-focused music company dedicated to helping emerging talent navigate today’s rapidly changing music business. Through its partnership with Stop One Distribution, DRVMG is working to create an incubator ecosystem for developing artists by providing access to distribution, marketing resources, artist development, joint venture opportunities, and label services with a collaborative team-oriented approach.
Panelists for the event will be Greggory Smith, Greggory Smith is the CEO of Written by Inc(k), where he spearheads the development of emerging artists, writers, and producers while cultivating unique creative opportunities. In addition to his executive role, Smith serves as the Atlanta Chapter Chair for the Music Managers Forum (MMF). Smith has over 20 years of music industry under his belt. Madeline Jackson serves as the Director of Events for Rival Entertainment, the firm overseeing premier Atlanta venues including Center Stage, The Loft, and Vinyl. A veteran with over a decade of industry expertise, Ms. Jackson also serves as a Governor for the Atlanta Chapter of the Recording Academy.
The May 13th mixer aims to create an atmosphere where industry professionals can step away from the hectic conference schedule of Music Biz Week to network in a relaxed, upscale setting while building connections that can lead to future collaborations and opportunities.
“This event is about bringing the culture and the business together in one room,” said representatives from DRVMG and Stop One Distribution. “Music Biz Week brings so many talented and influential people to Atlanta, and we wanted to create a space where genuine connections could happen naturally.”
The mixer is expected to draw a wide range of attendees from across the music business, including label representatives, A&R executives, DJs, producers, publicists, artists, content creators, and entertainment entrepreneurs.
Event Information
- Event: Stop One Distribution & DRV Music Group Music Industry Mixer
- Date: Wednesday, May 13th
- Location: 700 Studios
- City: Atlanta
- Occasion: Music Biz Week 2026
- Get tickets here!
For media inquiries, sponsorship opportunities, or RSVP information, attendees are encouraged to connect with Stop One Distribution and DRV Music Group through their official platforms.
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