Martin Atkins

Martin Atkins

Keynote Speaker: Post-Punk Musician & Drummer for Public Image Ltd.

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Martin Atkins Biography

Martin Atkins, a prominent English drummer and session musician, has left an indelible mark on the post-punk and industrial music scenes. Best known for his contributions to iconic groups such as Public Image Ltd. (PiL), Ministry, Pigface, and Killing Joke, Atkins has showcased his talent and versatility throughout his illustrious career.

Beginning with PiL in 1979, Atkins made a notable impact, contributing to albums like "Metal Box" and "Flowers of Romance." Despite a hiatus in the early '80s with his band Brian Brain, Atkins returned to PiL and eventually embarked on a diverse musical journey that included collaborations with Nine Inch Nails, Ministry, and Killing Joke.

Atkins' creativity flourished as he formed industrial supergroups like Pigface and Murder, Inc., while also engaging in solo projects and collaborations. A true pioneer in the music industry, he is the owner of Invisible Records, founder of the Museum of Post Punk and Industrial Music in Chicago, and Coordinator of Music Business at Millikin University. In addition, he is the author of three books on the music business, including "Tour: Smart." He has spoken around the world at major industry conferences, universities and nonprofit organizations, including at SXSW, Warped Tour, New Music Seminar, Unconvention, Virginia Commonwealth University, Full Sail, Chicago Cultural Center and many more.

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Martin Atkins Videos

Martin Atkins Interview (Madison Media Institute) - YouTube
Martin Atkins - Making Your Mark - YouTube
Martin Atkins Drum Sessions Part 2 - YouTube

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What topics does Martin Atkins speak about?

Martin Atkins is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Celebrity and Entertainment.

Where does Martin Atkins travel from?

Martin Atkins generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Martin Atkins?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Martin Atkins for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Martin Atkins for your next private or corporate function.

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Martin Atkins is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music, Celebrity and Entertainment. The estimated speaking fee range to book Martin Atkins for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Martin Atkins generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Steve Aoki, Common and Gary Sinise. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Martin Atkins for an upcoming event.

Martin Atkins Videos

Martin Atkins Interview (Madison Media Institute) - YouTube
Martin Atkins - Making Your Mark - YouTube
Martin Atkins Drum Sessions Part 2 - YouTube

Martin Atkins News

  • Martin Atkins Talks CIMMfest, the Music Biz and Why He Throws Blueberry Muffins at His Audience

    Martin Atkins, who's best known for drumming in some of the most influential post-punk and industrial bands, including Ministry, Nine Inch Nails, Pigface (Trent Reznor) and Killing Joke, will help wind down CIMMfest's weekend festivities (April 18-21) as the keynote for Sunday evening's Closing Night program that will include a screening of The Source Family, a Q&A with its director Jodi Wille, a performance by Joey Molland of Badfinger and the CIMMfest awards ceremony.

  • Renowned Post-Punk Drummer and DIY Music Guru Martin Atkins to Offer Free Workshops in Seattle, 12/20

    Seattle, WA -- Best known for his work in post-punk and industrial bands including Public Image Ltd., Ministry, Nine Inch Nails, Pigface and Killing Joke, drummer, label owner, entrepreneur, producer, world-renowned speaker and author Martin Atkins will present two complimentary workshops on how to advance a career in the music industry Dec. 20 at the Brown Paper Tickets Community Room (Treehouse), 309 N. 36th St.

  • Drummer in music business education spotlight

    Martin Atkins, author and former drummer with Public Image Ltd. and Killing Joke, is the new chairman of the music business department at the SAE Institute in ...

  • How do I book Martin Atkins to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Martin Atkins for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Martin Atkins, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Martin Atkins or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Martin Atkins for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Martin Atkins, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Martin Atkins are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Martin Atkins, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Martin Atkins speak about?

    Martin Atkins is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Celebrity and Entertainment.
  • Where does Martin Atkins travel from?

    Martin Atkins generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Martin Atkins?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Martin Atkins for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Martin Atkins for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Martin Atkins or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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