SPONSORSHIP PACKET

INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF ELECTRONIC MUSIC PERFORMANCE, VISUAL ART AND NEW MEDIA

METRICSOver 23,000 attendees

22 of 28 showcases sold out

170 artists from 18 different countries

72 educational speakers

43% of Pass holders from the greater Seattle area

49% of Pass holders from the United States and Canada (outside of Seattle)

8% of Pass holders from outside of United States and Canada

MISSION STATEMENTDecibel Festival presents leading edge electronic music and visual art through immersive experiences that intentionally create international community. Founded in 2003 in Seattle, Decibel continues to distinguish itself as one of the premier events of its kind in North America. Festival attendees are exposed to a variety of live, DJ and visual performances, technical exhibitions and educational sessions

In fall 2011, Decibel celebrated its largest and most critically acclaimed edition to date, pulling in over 23,000 attendees. The 2011 edition sold both record numbers of festival passes (up 18% from 2010) and individual showcase tickets (up 45% from 2010). For more info visit: www.dbfestival.com

FESTIVAL DIRECTION 2012In 2012, Decibel is focused on broadening its audience through larger venues and increasing all-ages shows, while continuing to push the boundaries of innovative technology through video mapping, video projections, and progressive audio installations.

dB CONFERENCEThe dB Conference promotes the exchange of information through educational and informal conversations by bringing musicians, DJs, fans, and companies together under one roof. These intimate talks have been a launch pad for startups, thought provoking panels, and primers for music production through direct and personal communication with artists. The dB Conference is a unique combination of aspiring and successful artists, aspiring and successful businesses, as well as fans of all kinds.

WHY SUPPORT DECIBEL?The City of Seattle is home to several Fortune 500 Companies and thousands of talented professionals and Decibel is an industry leading showcase that demonstrates what the city has to offer. Seattle’s various museums, restaurants, and parks provide Decibel attendees countless opportunities to enjoy the rich urban landscape. Decibel’s continuing commitment to provide state-of-the-art sound and video technology, all ages/free workshops, and industry showcase and networking opportunities have been just a few of Decibel’s key differentiators. Fitting these pieces together allows Decibel to be recognized beyond the Pacific Northwest as one of the premier music events and promotional organizations in the world.

ARTISTS SINCE 2003, DECIBEL HAS HOSTED OVER 750 UNIQUE PERFORMERS FROM 24 COUNTRIES INCLUDING:

Decibel has proven itself to be a launching pad for live debuts of emerging as well as established artists. Below is just a sample:

WORLD DEBUTS:•TimHecker(CA)+Lillevan(DE)-2010

•Pezzner(US)livedebut-2009

•Lusine(US)+TracerVisuals-2009

NORTH AMERICAN DEBUTS:•Moderat(DE)-2010

•TheField(SE)-2007

•Martyn(US)live-2011

US DEBUTS:•AmonTobin(CA)ISAMLIVE-2011

•Modeselektor(DE)-2006

•Monolake(DE)+TarikBarri(NL)-2010

WEST COAST DEBUTS:•BoysNoize(DE)–2008

•MatthewDear(US)-2004

•PanthaDuPrince(DE)-2010

PACIFIC NW DEBUTS:•Deadmau5(CA)-2007

•JamesBlake(UK)-2011

•SimianMobileDisco(UK)-2007

RICHIE HAWTIN, MOBY, AMON TOBIN ISAM LIVE, SIMIAN MOBILE DISCO, AUTECHRE, DIPLO, JUSTICE, JAMES BLAKE, DEADMAU5, BOYS NOIZE, LADYTRON, CARL CRAIG, FLYING LOTUS, TRENTEMOLLER, MODESELEKTOR, GREEN VELVET, GUI BORATTO, FENNESZ, DJ KRUSH, FOUR TET, DERRICK MAY, BONOBO, CLAUDE VONSTROKE, APPARAT, MARTYN, PANTHA DU PRINCE, SPEEDY J, MATMOS, GOLD PANDA, BENGA, DAEDELUS, MODERAT, SCUBA, STAR SLINGER, COBBLESTONE

JAZZ, MT EDEN, MONOLAKE, THE NORTEC COLLECTIVE, SOUL CLAP, ISOLEE, JOKER, GLITCH MOB, RAMADANMAN, THE WIGHNOMY BROTHERS, BREAKAGE, MARTIN BUTTRICH, MARY ANNE HOBBS, THOMAS FEHLMANN, MURCOF, ROBERT HOOD, WOLF + LAMB, CASPA, MAD PROFESSOR, THEO PARRISH, ZOMBY, JOHN TEJADA, HAROLD BUDD, MOUNT KIMBIE, ATOM, BEN FROST, ROBIN GUTHRIE, GASLAMP KILLER, ADDISON GROOVE, DAN BELL, ALTER

EGO, 12TH PLANET, SOUL CLAP, MOVE D, MICHAEL MAYER, MALA, TIGER AND WOODS, DOP, TYCHO, BRUNO PRONSATO, ALEXI DELANO, STARKEY, MATTHEW DEAR, KEVIN SAUNDERSON, ARAABMUZIK, THE FIELD, DINKY, CATZ ‘N DOGZ, MAX COOPER, FRANK BRETSCHNEIDER, 3 CHANNELS, PEPE BRADOCK, TIM HECKER, NOSAJ THING, CHATEAU FLIGHT, SUPERMAYER, I:CUBE, BOXCUTTER, FUNKSTORUNG, TIM EXILE, BENDER, THE ALBUM LEAF, DJ PINCH, ITALOBOYZ,

MEGASOID, SHACKLETON, ITAK TEK, SANTIAGO & BUSHIDO, QUANTIC, MOVE D, SPACETIME CONTINUUM, VLADISLAV DELAY, GIRL UNIT, STAR OF THE LID, LUSINE, SHLOHMO, ONEOHTRIX POINT NEVER, JEFF SAMUEL, MATIAS AGUAYO, EGYPTRIXX, FALTYDL, VOODEUX, VIBESQUAD, AKUFEN, BOK BOK, THE MARTIN BROTHERS, LUKE HESS, GROUPER, MIKE SLOTT, J.PHLIP, DABRYE, HOLGER ZILSKE, KINGDOM, 2562, TIPPER, CLP, AN-TEN-NAE, SUB SWARA,

EPROM, AAM, TRUS’ME, ANA SIA, KLUTE, THE DEAD TEXAN, MARCUS NIKOLAI, KYLE HALL, WILLIAM BASINSKI, SMASH TV, MOUNTAINS, OPIUO, SEPALCURE, TIGER AND WOODS, DEEPCHORD PRESENTS: ECHOSPACE, VLADISLAV DELAY, JAGUAR SKILLS, JOHNNY FIASCO, ROBERT HENKE, STEWART WALKER, PFADFINDEREI, RAC, ALEX B, DENIZ KURTEL, TUJIKO NORIKO, NOVELLER, JACOB LONDON, LAWRENCE ENGLISH, T.RAUMSCHMIERE, NASTYNASTY, KIM CASCONE,

SAMIYAM, APPLEBLIM, MICHNA, DAVE AJU, FRIVOLOUS, EMANICPATOR, TIM GREEN, CLUBROOT, LOSCIL, LORN, HELIOS, PEZZNER, BENOIT POILARD, ROBERT BABICZ, DILO, MIMOSA, SIMON SCOTT, STRATEGY, ILL-ESHA, TANNER ROSS, KANGDING RAY, SHIGETO, CPU, BARBARA MORGENSTERN, MARK VAN HOEN, MIKAEL STAVOSTRAND, JON MCMILLION, THE SIGHT BELOW, LAWNCHAIR GENERALS, DEAF CENTER, TAKE, DEADBEAT AND MANY MORE.”

PARTNER TESTIMONIALS“Red Bull is a proud supporter of The Decibel Festival going back to 2005. Decibel aligns well with the Red Bull Music Academy in its mission to support top emerging artists that are charting the course for the future of music as well as music education programs. We look forward to continuing this creatively driven partnership, that we hope extends well into the future.”

- Monica Glass, Red Bull Culture Marketing Manager - West

“We are delighted to be partnering with the Decibel Festival. This alliance is beneficial to KEXP in that it enables us to expose our listeners to a wealth of exciting new music. The Decibel Festival is an asset to our vibrant Seattle music community and KEXP is proud to be a sponsor again this year.”

- Kevin Cole, 90.3 KEXP Program Director

dB 2012 CHART OF OFFERINGSPlease note that special consideration for Decibel’s 10th Anniversary will be given to multi year partnerships.

Sponsor Patron Supporting Partner

Presenting Partner

Title Partner

Cash 2500 5000 15000 50000 100000In kind 5000 10000 30000 80000 150000

Special presence at Decibel Opening Gala x

Category exclusivity xOn stage presence x xBlock of individual showcase tickets to be shared with clients or key staff x x xLogo on gift bag/selected merchandise x x xLogos at main festival event x x x x

Special mention of partner at the Decibel press conference x x xPresenting workshop (“Workshop Presented By”) x x x xWorkshops and collaborations with Decibel artists and staff x x xShowcase “Presented by” status x xStage Presented By x x xProduct displayed at selected event x x x x xRight to distribute promotional gifts x x x x xStaff access to selected Decibel events x x x x10 VIP Passes x7 VIP Passes x5 VIP Passes x3 VIP Passes x2 VIP Passes x

PRINTFull page ad in the Decibel Festival program x xBanner on Decibel mobile application x xHalf page ad in the Decibel Festival program xLogo on mobile applications xQuarter page ad in the Decibel Festival program or mobile applications x xFull page ad in the Decibel Festival program or moblie applications xHalf page ad in the Decibel Festival program or mobile applications xLogo on full page ad in Aug/Sep issue of The Wire magazine (circ. 125,000) x xLogo on full page ad in Aug/Sep issue of XLR8R magazine (circ. 110,000) x xSpecial mention on Resident Advisor promotional materials and podcasts x xLogo on giant posters 36” x 54” x x x xLogo on regular sized posters 16” x 24” (300) x x x x xLogo on postcards 4” x 6” (10,000) x x x x xPresentation of the Decibel Reception (Opening Cocktail Party/Mixer) x x

ONLINE/ON AIR VISIBILITYSpecial mention in podcast with link back to partners site x xProduct Launches during festival - viral - other x x xLogos on web banners on featured media sites x x xWeb banner on Decibel site with link back to partner site x x xInterview of a partner on our blog or social media broadcast x x x xLogo featured on Decibel sponsorship web page x x x x xSpecial mention in online newsletter x x x x x

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CODY MORRISON SPONSORSHIPDIRECTOR

cody@dbfestival.com206 255 3378