As the live sector navigates changing audience behaviours, rising costs and increased competition for ticket sales, the industry is also adapting to new technologies, evolving streaming platforms and the expectations of a new generation of artists and fans. What role will DSPs play in artist discovery? How do we build sustainable careers and healthier ecosystems? And where will the next wave of growth come from? Join leaders from across live, labels, streaming, technology and artist management as they explore the opportunities, challenges and innovations shaping the future of electronic music.

In today's climate, standing out takes more than a good release schedule. This panel unpacks what actually works now, from visual and sonic identity to community-building and turning viral moments into lasting careers. Real strategies from artists and industry experts on building a brand that lasts beyond the trend cycle.

After years of positive momentum, has progress around diversity and equal representation across festival and event line-ups stalled, or even gone backwards? What’s driving this shift, and how can the industry respond? Bringing together promoters, bookers, artists and industry leaders, this session explores the challenges behind today’s programming landscape while focusing on practical solutions from stronger talent pipelines and mentorship to evolving booking practices and creating more opportunities for the next generation.

Success as an artist takes far more than great music. From building the right team and negotiating fair deals to growing your audience and creating a social media strategy that stands out, this session explores the building blocks of a long-term career. Hear from artists and industry experts on when to hire a manager or agent, get your tracks heard & signed, how to protect your value, diversify your income and build a brand that lasts beyond the dancefloor.

Electronic music has always crossed borders, shaped by migration, cultural exchange and communities carrying their sounds around the world. Today, some of the most exciting artists are drawing on multiple identities, blending heritage with contemporary electronic music to create entirely new sounds. This conversation explores how diaspora communities are redefining global dance culture, why rhythm connects us beyond language, and how the dancefloor remains one of the few places where people from all walks of life and backgrounds can find a shared sense of belonging.

For today’s DJs and producers, social media is as much a part of the job as making music. But with new platforms, changing algorithms and the constant pressure to create, knowing where to focus can be a challenge. Great content still comes down to storytelling, authenticity and knowing your audience, but where to begin?

Join artists and industry experts as they share content ideas, platform best practices and simple hacks to help you tell your story and grow your audience.