The prevailing notion was that no one liked to hear Kanye West speak more than...Kanye West.

Apparently attendees of the Unidecs Industry Meltdown Midwest Music Summit like to hear the Chicago standout speak as well.

Those who go to the conference will pay $75 and up to for the right to hear 'Ye. The Def Jam star is scheduled to appear at the event September 20 at the Monona Terrace Convention Center. The theme of the event is "The Message in The Music."

In addition to West, several industry insiders and experts are also expected to participate in a number of panels. Former Source editor and current BET producer P. Frank Williams is among those who will be present and taking part in the events.---Nino "Dubs" DeLuca

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