Bicep Return To The Amnesia Terrace For Pyramid Ibiza
The Pyramid Ibiza season is already off to a flying start, combining iconic international artists with new rising talents from the electronic scene all under one roof. July promises to be even better with the return of Bicep to the Amnesia Terrace.
Hot on the heels of their highly acclaimed CHROMA project release ’010 BRILLO’, Bicep will take to the decks in the legendary Amnesia Terrace for a highly anticipated set on 6th July. The Terrace will be dressed up to welcome a duo that takes electronic music to the next level. Bicep, formed by Andrew Ferguson and Matthew McBriar, has been recognised for their ability to create emotive and energetic dance music. In both their live shows and DJ sets, they are able to concentrate energy like few others, molding it to their liking and filtering it through a perfectly crafted sound. Expect futuristic euphoria rooted in underground techno with a sprinkling of breakbeat, melodic vocals and house.
In addition to Bicep's performance, Pyramid will continue to push musical boundaries. Joining Bicep on The Terrace will be Palms Trax, Ross From Friends presents Bubble Love and Tia Cousins, a passionate collector of mid-range sounds, experimental genres, and both vintage and contemporary musical niches.
The most intense side of Pyramid, the Main Room, will also present another quality line up of the darkest and most powerful sounds, where techno and hard techno push the experience to its limits. Pioneering techno artist Richie Hawtin also makes a welcome return to the club, where he has a long history of legendary sets creating memories that have tattooed an infinite smile on his face. For that and much more, this performance by Richie Hawtin is one of those you can't miss... although it won't be the only one that this genius will perform at Pyramid.
Nina Kraviz's set is also unmissable. Attending one of her sets is an unknown; you never know where she's going to come out or what sonic path she's going to embark on and her presence and energy on stage is highly hypnotic. Dutch DJ and producer Estella Boersma, and Katnada with her deeply cathartic rhythms, sophisticated drum beats, acidic bass lines, and hypnotic sound motifs also join this quality line up.
Pyramid Ibiza has established itself as the best underground Sunday party on the island. A duality of styles has defined its essence from the very beginning, showcasing techno and house in all their forms. Two rooms, two atmospheres — black and white, light and shadow — converge every Sunday to offer a unique experience for clubbers from around the globe. Eighteen dates filled with energy, musical diversity, and an artistic selection that combines legendary icons with new rising talents from the electronic scene.
Sunday 6th July
Terrace
Bicep DJ set
Palms Trax
Ross from Friends presents Bubble Love
Tia Cousins
Main Room
Estella Boersma
Katnada
Nina Kraviz
Richie Hawtin
Check out the full line-up and get your tickets now on Amnesia’s official website.
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ESNS Turns 40 - 'Europe Calling' To Lead Anniversary Celebrations In January 2026
In a world marked by geopolitical tensions, cultural fragmentation and rapid industry shifts, Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) will celebrate its 40th anniversary in January 2026 and responds with a strong, unifying theme: Europe Calling.
For four decades, ESNS has been Europe’s leading showcase festival and conference for emerging talent, helping to launch the careers of artists such as Dua Lipa, Stromae and Robyn. As the European music sector stands at an important crossroads, the 40th anniversary will not just celebrate the past, but also bring the music sector together to build a shared European future.
Europe Calling
In recent years, ESNS has put the spotlight on different European countries - Poland in 2024, Italy in 2025 - celebrating their unique cultural stories through music. But with rising global geopolitical pressures, the call for European unity has never been more urgent. Europe Calling is ESNS’s new manifesto: a shift from national spotlights to a shared cultural movement.
"For years, shining a light on individual countries has helped us celebrate Europe’s rich diversity, but the challenges we face today demand more," says Anna van Nunen, Managing Director of ESNS. "Now is the time to bring those voices together and build an even stronger, connected European music community. Europe Calling is about more than identity, it’s about taking responsibility for our shared future. Music can bring us together. It’s time to make that connection louder than ever."
A celebration of 40 years of European music
In addition to showcasing hundreds of Europe’s most urgent emerging artists, ESNS26 will proudly celebrate its 40-year anniversary. Expect curated archival deep-dives, exclusive collaborations with media partners, pop-up activations and unique anniversary events that will highlight success stories of artists who started on ESNS stages and went on to shape European music.
These stories will unfold both in the city of Groningen and across digital platforms, making the rich legacy and ongoing impact of European music visible, accessible and celebrated across the continent.
Europe Calling: For our industry. For our culture. For our future
Europe is the second-largest music market in the world, with artists breaking international barriers in their own languages. But this position is not guaranteed. Europe Calling is more than a theme, it is a call to action. A rallying cry to invest in artists, in infrastructure and in the future of a unified European music sector.
Join us in Groningen from January 14 to January 17, 2026, as we celebrate 40 years of groundbreaking European music and shape the next chapter together. You can get your ESNS26 Delegate Pass here.
About ESNS
ESNS is Europe’s leading platform showcasing emerging European music talent. Every January, Groningen (NL) hosts the ESNS festival and conference, connecting fresh artists with fans and industry professionals.
Year-round, ESNS supports new talent through initiatives like the European Talent Exchange and presents major awards including the Music Moves Europe Awards, the European Festival Awards, and the Popprijs. It partners with key projects and alliances such as Yourope, EBU, Keychange, and Green Deal Circular Festivals to foster a diverse, sustainable music scene.
Since 1986, ESNS has helped launch careers of artists like AURORA, Stromae, Christine and the Queens, Fontaines D.C., Sigrid, Altin Gün, Priya Ragu, The Haunted Youth, The XX, Robyn, Tramhaus, Sam Smith, Hozier, Zaho de Sagazan, Fat Dog, Judeline, Luvcat, Boko Yout, Antony Szmierek, Kingfishr, Sylvie Kreusch, Arp Frique & The Perpetual Singers.
ESNS celebrates its 40th anniversary January 14 - 17, 2026, in Groningen, Netherlands.
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Mallorca Live Festival Confirms Its Position As The Leading Event In The Balearics with over 80 Artists from 4 Continents
- Mallorca Live Festival blended local roots and global talent in a historic edition, making it the most international celebration of music in the Balearic Islands.
- The event reaffirms its position as a strategic initiative with a major economic impact on the island, investing €3.5M in local suppliers, operating on a €7M total budget, and generating an estimated €14M in direct economic impact.
- One of this year’s highlights, La Plaza Stage by Camper, drew thousands of festival-goers over three days with top electronic music acts such as Nicola Cruz, Chloé Caillet, TSHA and Carlita.
- For the third year in a row, the event stood out for its organization and commitment to sustainability after being rewarded with the National Contribution to Sustainability award.
- Another new feature was the Mallorca - Govern de les Illes Balears Stage, designed by Pablo Erroz. In line with circularity principles, the stage’s canvas will be repurposed into tote bags.
- Nearly 30 local artists joined the lineup for the eighth edition of Mallorca Live Festival.
- This year, the festival expanded its cultural offer across two weeks and multiple venues with OFF Mallorca Live, featuring six events in iconic and unexpected locations across the island.
- Starting today, June 18, and until July 15 at 11:59 PM, leftover money from the festival’s cashless wristbands can be refunded via mallorcalivefestival.com/cashless or the Mallorca Live app.
Over 60,000 people attended the eighth edition of Mallorca Live Festival, held on June 12, 13, and 14 at the Mallorca Live Venue in Calvià. Spanning three days of live performances and DJ sets, the festival hosted over 80 local, national, and international artists from four continents, reaffirming its position as the Balearic Islands' most important music event. Top acts such as Massive Attack, Iggy Pop, Nathy Peluso, Suede, Mercury Rev and Bad Gyal left their mark as well as Spanish pop star Rigoberta Bandini alongside well-known Spanish indie bands like Sidonie and Dorian local Mallorcan heroes Antònia Font and Maika Makovski and emerging talent from both Spain and overseas with acts such as London bands C Turtle and Fez, amongst others.
Organisers estimate the economic impact of this edition at around €14 million, involving a team of over 2,100 workers.
Mallorca Live Festival continues to be a social and musical landmark for thousands of residents and a cultural tourism ambassador for both national and international visitors.
This year’s audience consisted of 68% locals, 20% from mainland Spain, and 12% international visitors, reaching the attendance goals set by the organisation.
The festival featured both a VIP area and a Premium Area with private boxes hosting personalities from the island's social, economic, political, and cultural scenes. The Premium Area offered a unique music experience and ideal networking space, featuring gastronomy curated by chef Maca de Castro and her restaurant ‘Andana’, in partnership with Grupo Portixol.
On the first day, the Premium area hosted a special event presenting MACABITE, Mallorca’s most iconic bite, created by Maca de Castro and Estrella Damm. This gourmet tapa includes crispy coca bread, stewed cabbage, Mallorcan spices, and a hint of Estrella Damm beer—celebrating local flavours and Mediterranean culture.
Thanks to smooth access, efficient service, cleanliness, and rest areas, Mallorca Live Festival is now considered a boutique festival amongst major events, delivering a high-quality experience.
Access and Mobility
A shuttle bus service provided nearly 20,000 transfers from Palma and Part Forana throughout the three-day festival. Pre-event wristband collection points in Palma, Inca, Manacor, Alcudia, and Santa Margalida helped ensure fluid entry.
Minimizing disruption to the Calvià community
As with every edition, the festival organisers have worked to minimise the impact on access for local residents caused by large events. Furthermore, this year, to reduce disruptions, the festival included an earlier closing time: two hours earlier on Thursday and Friday and 90 minutes earlier on Saturday.
Thus, the organisers have worked on three areas for the benefit of local residents, including cleaning and access. Once again, the organisers would like to express their gratitude to the Calvià Local Police, who, in collaboration with the Civil Guard and the festival, implemented a specific traffic regulation and control system in the Magaluf and Palmanova areas. This system ensured the smooth flow and safety of traffic around the venue, as well as ensuring proper parking. They also thank the members of the Civil Guard involved in ensuring public safety.
Overall, the conclusion is that the traffic management system has been a positive outcome, and efforts will continue to improve for future editions.
Art and Music Come Together on the Mallorca - Govern de les Illes Balears Stage
A few hours before the festival opened its doors, Álvaro Martínez (CEO of Mallorca Music Brand), Jaume Bauzá (Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports), and designer Pablo Erroz unveiled the new Mallorca - Govern de les Illes Balears Stage, featuring the Mallorcan designer’s visual universe.
It included illustrations evoking a more mindful lifestyle, graphic references to Mallorcan summer, and a contemporary, committed aesthetic rooted in local identity to pay homage to the festival culture. In line with circularity and sustainability principles, the 100% sustainable canvas will be recycled into 30x30cm pieces and turned into tote bags.
Festival-goers could enter a raffle to win one of 100 tote bags by signing up at Espai Mallorca, taking home a piece of this memorable edition.
La Plaza Stage by Camper: The Heartbeat of Electronic Music
A standout feature this year was La Plaza Stage by Camper, which became the go-to spot for electronic music lovers. Thousands danced to the genre’s best performances in a one-of-a-kind space with an immersive stage across all three days with names of the likes of Nicola Cruz, Chloé Caillet, Carlita, Desiree, Kilimanjaro and many more.
This concept will continue over the summer with two sunset events at the festival grounds:
- Monolink on July 27
- Bedouin on August 24
OFF Mallorca Live, the festival’s parallel activities programme
This year, the festival expanded its cultural offer to reach different spots and audiences thanks to OFF Mallorca Live, featuring six events in iconic and unexpected locations across the island.
Starting in May it featured the acoustic sessions by Maika Makovski at Hotel Zoëtry Mallorca (World of Hyatt) and Dorian and Niños Raros at Es Baluard Museu, a sold-out party at Sa Fonda and a ‘sold out’ festival week opener with Sidonie and Go Cactus at Castell de Bellver. A daytime party on the final festival day at Hadley’s Club featured DJ sets by Ángel Carmona, Klik & Frik, and Abraham Boba and the traditional Closing Party by Estrella Damm took place on Sunday, June 15 at Balneario Illetas, with sets by Pablo Fierro, Arkadyan, Paco Colombàs, and Fabian Roelandt.
Radio 3 Live from Mallorca Live Festival
The eighth edition reached once again listeners across Spain through Radio 3, broadcasting live throughout the festival. Nacho Álvaro ‘El Patillas’ and Leyre Guerrero covered performances from Suede, Ralphie Choo, Alcalá Norte, and more.
At the Radio 3 Stage, emerging local, national, and international talent took the spotlight, including Barry B, Aziya, The Family Men, Sanguijuelas del Guadiana, and Anadie, a fan-voted act from the “Hoy Empieza Todo” show.
IB3 Showcases Balearic Talent
IB3, the public broadcaster of the Balearic Islands, had a dedicated set at the venue to highlight local music talent. Artists like Psiderálica, Niños Raros, Antònia Font, David Cabot, and Lyra’s Hëll joined in interviews and performances. IB3 also provided full coverage on digital channels and will soon air a special program on IB3 Ràdio.
Design & Gastronomy at Happening! Market
In between sets, attendees could rest, eat, shop, and enjoy the Happening! Market, featuring artisan crafts, fashion, and diverse food options.
Vendors included local brands and businesses like Bears Bracelets, Flamingos Mallorca, Lovers by SR, Sari Mallorca, Nulina, Imperfektos Hats, Olistik, and La Payesa.
A broad gastronomic offering featured vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free options, with food trucks such as Beewi Hot Dogs, Viandas de Salamanca, Urban Kebab, Wok on Fire, Don’t Cry for Me, Malcriades, and more. Local products were also present through Can Company, L’Artista, and Double Take, offering Mallorcan-sourced meats and smash burgers with traditional coca de patata.
Sponsors 2025
Mallorca Live Festival was supported once again by Estrella Damm (main sponsor), a collaboration with Enjoy AENA, and sponsorships by Caixabank (strategic partner) Air Europa, Trasmed, Logitravel, and Inclusive Collection by World of Hyatt (Zöetry Wellness & Spa Resorts, Dreams Resorts & Spas, Secrets Resorts & Spas, Alua Hotels & Resorts), INNSIDE by Melià, Coca-Cola, Goldcar, Pringles, El Corte Inglés, Camper, ib-red, RCD Mallorca, and Entradas.com as official ticketing partner.
Official media partners included Radio Mallorca Cadena SER, Jenesaispop, Radio 3, Mondosonoro, and Rolling Stone UK.
It has also had the support of institutions such as the Government of the Balearic Islands - Conselleria de Turisme, Cultura i Esports through the Agència d'Estratègia Turística de les Illes Balears (AETIB) and the Institut d'Estudis Baleàrics (IEB), of the Consell de Mallorca through the Fundació Mallorca Turisme (FMT) and the Department of Culture and Heritage, and the Calvià City Council through the Calvià 365 Foundation.
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How Green Is your Festival Experience? How to reduce your carbon footprint this festival season
With the festival season upon us, how can we ensure that our love of enjoying live music in the great outdoors impacts the environment positively? What can festivalgoers do easily and cheaply to ensure they have a better greener festival experience this summer?
Festivals are all about fun, community and connection, something we all need now more than ever. They have the power to shake us out of old behavioural patterns; shape culture and create sub-cultures; and they can serve as catalysts for positive change.
A Greener Future (AGF) is the creator of the world’s first green festival standards and certification – A Greener Festival. For 20 years, the international not-for-profit has been dedicated to making the live event sector sustainable. AGF understands the positive impact festivals can have and how simple lifestyle changes can significantly reduce our impact on the planet, its wildlife, and each other.
So, if you want to be a conscientious, nature-friendly festivalgoer:
1.How will you travel there?
Support your local scene and community by attending festivals closer to home. By attending events nearer to where you live, or at least in your own country, you can reduce travel emissions whilst nurturing local music culture. With so many festivals taking place, there is likely to be something in your area that can be reached either by public transport or even by bike or on foot. In AGF’s Annual Festival Sustainability Insights report, a third of festivals recorded over 70% local audiences. We’d like to see that increase.
If you do have to drive, use every seat, even if it means kidnapping. Okay, we didn’t really mean that. But give your friends a lift and connect with fellow travellers through the festival’s own channels or check out platforms like Liftshare and GoCarShare. If you’re hiring a car, then go electric.
If you’re travelling further afield, before booking that flight, check out the train and bus options. Train travel around Europe is easy, fast, and oh, reliable. Many festivals organise inter-country coaches to shuttle their audiences in. Sleeper trains are increasingly available across multiple routes throughout Europe, and the Eurostar goes to Paris, Amsterdam, and Brussels from London. AGF’s co-founder has travelled by train from the UK to many parts of Europe, including Berlin, Stockholm, Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, Spain, Italy and even Tromsø in the Arctic Circle and it’s a great experience. Plan in advance to get the cheapest rates.
2.What will you eat?
This might come as a surprise, but food and drink are responsible for one of the highest sources of a festival’s emissions.
Festivals who move to a fully meat-free event can substantially reduce their food-related emissions and their wider ecological footprint. The 2024 AGF Annual Festival Sustainability Insights report found a nearly threefold increase in the number of festivals going fully vegetarian or vegan from 2023. Choose plant-based food to significantly reduce emissions and protect and respect nature. Every plant-based meal you choose is good for the environment.
As tempting as it is to take enough food to last a fortnight when you head to a festival, studies have shown that much of the food ends up going to waste, along with all its packaging. Only take non-perishable food that you know you will eat, and if you have any left, take it home or donate it to a foodbank.
3.Re-use & Recycle
The average site recycling rate across all festivals assessed by AGF increased from 38% in 2022 to 49% in 2024, and the average waste per person per day across all festival types was 0.8kg.
There are many simple things you can do to reduce your waste and recycle more. Bringing food, drinks, and camping gear to a festival is a good way to save money, but make sure it doesn't go to waste. The average festivalgoer generates nearly three times more waste at a camping festival than a non-camping one, often by bringing in too much, or simply leaving their stuff behind.Plan your shopping and take in stuff you can bring back home, otherwise it's also a waste of money!
If camping, remember that camping equipment is for life – not just for one festival. Campaigns such as Love Your Tent and #takeyourtenthome have done a great job of highlighting the scale of the abandoned camping equipment problem at the end of festivals. If you really can’t take it home, then don’t take it. Book pre-pitched camping and travel light. And if the thought of sleeping in a small tent fills you with abject terror, check out boutique glamping options or buy a second-hand bell tent and share it with non-snoring friends, preferably with good personal hygiene.
And if you want to perfect that festival look, you can swap generic fast fashion for unique second-hand and vintage clobber.
Disposable vapes are bad for the environment and the majority end up as electronic waste in landfill sites or littering the land, so please use refillable ones if vape you must. Many festivals are now banning disposable vapes because they are so bad for the environment and become hazardous once they’re disposed of.
You can also use reusable containers for toiletries and refill them with eco-friendly products rather than carrying large items or buying small plastic disposables.
4.Reduce your use of plastics
Free drinking water is always available at festivals, so take a refillable bottle and save yourself some moolah whilst doing your bit to reduce plastic usage. If you wanna be a real eco-warrior, take reusable cup and cutlery. The 2024 AGF Annual Festival Sustainability Insights highlighted that 70% of festivals had introduced a ban on single-use plastic (including plastic water bottles), so it is best to come prepared with reusables.
When packing toiletries, go eco with products that contain microbeads, cotton buds with cardboard or bamboo sticks, a wooden or bamboo toothbrush, and plastic-free packaging. And you can take a foldaway reusable bag instead of using plastic carrier bags.
Other easy changes you can implement as a festival-lover is using flannels or paper hand towels instead of wet wipes (which aren’t biodegradable), and avoiding plastic glitter. And most importantly, ensure that you connect with your festival family and enjoy the precious time that you have together, dance your pants off to great music, and marvel at the nature that surrounds us.
So, there you have it: travel greener, go as plant-based as possible, take only what you need, take your camping stuff home afterwards, and enjoy life. Sounds relatively easy, no?
Here's to making this festival season the least environmentally impactful fest season yet!
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Electronic Music Industry Unites On Brighton Seafront At BMC
This year's Brighton Music Conference (BMC) created a new hub for the electronic music industry for its 12th Edition. Taking place from 21st to 23rd May 2025 across multiple locations on Brighton’s seafront, BMC not only supported more independent venues but also provided an expanded conference programme offering more value for attendees. Set against the backdrop of Brighton Beach and the iconic pier, delegates soaked up the sunshine and enjoyed a packed programme of insightful talks, workshops and networking events with over 240 influential speakers.
“We’re really pleased that the new venues have proved to be a success, with BMC taking over a section of the seafront, creating our own kind of ‘electronic avenue’. says BMC founder Billy Mauseth.
“As the event has grown, we realised we needed to expand and offer more space for delegates to network and with the current pressures on the night-time economy sector, it also felt right to involve more venues in the city this year. It was a huge challenge, but our brilliant team and volunteers were amazing and made it all run smoothly. We will keep working hard to improve the event year on year to create a space where everyone can come together to learn, be inspired, network and enjoy amazing music and DJ sets.”
A new focus for the 2025 edition was the Mental Health, Wellbeing and lifestyle programme presented by Skiddle, which provided a much-needed space for information sharing and in-depth discussions. Taking place at the Harbour hotel, the most popular topics and well-attended sessions included Burnout, Community, Mental Health, Neurodiversity, Listen for Life presented by the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) and Eat Sleep Rave Relax.
Elsewhere in the programme, Graham Massey, member of legendary Manchester electronic music band 808 State gave a Keynote interview with the editor of DJ magazine Carl Loben. Fatboy Slim joined the conversation on amplifying the underground, showing his support for grassroots electronic music venues across the UK to a packed-out room and top international DJ’s Paul Oakenfold and Arthur Baker shared insights into their careers and shared their thoughts on today's music industry.
Practical educational sessions also proved popular, with the DIY session providing attendees with real strategies to build, promote, and sustain their own music careers and both the Social Media and PR & Marketing sessions were standing room only.
This year's Producer Q&A and DJ Q&A were also a big hit, with topics on AI, Get Synced On TV, Artist Development, The Beatport Industry Hour and Support for the Next Generation of Promoters also generating a lot of interest alongside the entertaining conversation in Long Live the DJ Narrative: When DJ’s Become Authors which featured Fat Tony, Smokin Jo, Carl Loben and Justin Robertson.
The ever popular ‘A&R Sessions’ once again welcomed top A&R professionals to give their one-to-one feedback with new and up and coming producers. Each year several artists get tracks signed and the BMC team are excited to see the results from this year's edition and what new talent will be discovered.
The BMC team would like to give a huge shout to all those who have helped make the conference such a resounding success; their brilliant team of staff and volunteers, all sponsors, everyone at the Tempest, Harbour Hotel, Horizon, Players, Lazy Fin, The Upside Down House, the fantastic panellists, artists and DJs, the many venues across town hosting our parties, club nights and networking sessions - and of course, all of the attendees.
2026 dates will be announced soon.
BMC - Where Beats Means Business
More info on BMC here: www.brightonmusicconference.co.uk
About Brighton Music Conference
The award-winning Brighton Music Conference (BMC) is the UK's leading electronic music conference & networking event, focusing on innovation, education & the key issues facing the electronic dance music sector. BMC brings together Industry-leading delegates and speakers at over 60 talks, seminars and workshops, alongside networking events throughout the conference duration. It is attended by 1000s of experienced music industry professionals, the next generation of DJs, producers as well as electronic music enthusiasts.
BMC was also awarded by the NTIA at the Ambassadors of the Night Awards 2019 for their work and commitment to developing awareness and education of the UK Electronic Music Scene internationally within the NTE.
BMC also supports the charity Last Night A DJ Saved My Life.
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Pyramid Ibiza Opening Party at Amnesia is Coming on 8th June
Pyramid Ibiza is ready to ignite its 8th season at iconic nightclub Amnesia with an explosive opening party on the June 8th featuring Ricardo Villalobos, Deborah de Luca, Raresh, Nina Kraviz and many more.
The Opening Party marks the start of a new and exciting season, once again bringing the sounds of the underground to the island for the most organic Sunday party. This summer the experience for clubbers will be elevated even more with the renovation of the iconic glass terrace ceiling which maintains its original magic, but incorporates cutting-edge technology that elevates sound quality to unprecedented levels, offering clarity and depth that redefine the standard on the island and strengthens the connection between DJs and attendees.
Opening Party Line Up: The Start of a New Season
Returning to the Terrace for the opening party and as resident for the season is the one and only Ricardo Villalobos. A significant figure in the minimal techno scene, Villalobos is renowned for his infectious energy and ability to connect with the crowd and he will bring his unique blend of hypnotic minimal and microhouse to Pyramid. For the opening party Ricardo Villalobos will go b2b with Raresh, Josh Baker b2b Rossi and Mar-T adding to the vibrant soul of the Pyramid Terrace with rhythms oscillating between house, microhouse and melodic techno, creating a hypnotic atmosphere where energy flows without barriers and the connection to music becomes pure magic.
The Main Room is the most intense side of Pyramid and home of the darkest and most powerful sounds, where techno and hard techno push the experience to its limits. The opening party will see Nina Kraviz serve up her signature big room techno sound, seamlessly mixing a wide range of techno tracks and often dropping something dynamic and unexpected to create a unique and memorable experience. Joining her will be Deborah de Luca with a dynamic blend of hard techno, minimal techno and melodic elements, Marco Faraone with his cool underground rhythms and tech house talent Luca Donzelli, promising a night full of energy and powerful rhythms. The immersive staging, combined with a sound system designed to shake every pillar of the club, transforms this room into an unparalleled sonic temple.
The heart of Pyramid always beats across two legendary spaces, designed to offer different experiences to a diverse audience eager to explore new sounds and connections on the island and every Sunday, these two rooms become the epicentre of underground music, hosting the most influential national and international artists for truly unforgettable nights.
Not to be Missed in June
The opening party is a taster of the unparalleled lineups to expect every Sunday throughout the season at Pyramid. From the punch of the Main Room to the immersive atmospheres of the Terrace, every space is an opportunity to discover the unexpected and the June line up does not disappoint - filled with energy, musical diversity, and an artistic selection that combines legendary icons with new rising talents from the electronic scene.
From June 8th to 29th, Pyramid will host every Sunday a hilarious lineup full of eclectic music that brings new sounds to Ibiza's island. Some names you could see this month come from Azyr, Dr Banana, Enzo Siragusa, Regal, Daria Kolosova, Klangkuenstler or Marco's Birthday Party, hosting amazing talent such as Nicole Moudaber, Ben Sterling, Clara Cuvé and 999999999.
This summer, Sundays at Amnesia are for those looking for more than just a party.
Check out the full line-up and get your tickets now on Amnesia’s official website.
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Brighton Music Conference Set To Unite Electronic Music Industry This Week
808 State, Angie Brown, Arthur Baker, DJ Rap, Fatboy Slim, Fat Tony, Hilit Kolet, Jess Bays, Jumping Jack Frost, Marcia Carr, Paul Oakenfold, Ray Keith, Smokin Jo.
-UK’s leading electronic music and networking event
-Over 240 industry-leading professionals taking part in panels and workshops
-New Health, Wellbeing & Lifestyle programme in collaboration with Skiddle
-‘A&R Sessions’ with 28 leading A&R professionals giving one-to-one feedback
-AFEM ‘Meet the Experts’ - book one-to-one sessions with industry professionals
-New venues with an expanded programme offering more value for delegates
-Keynote Interviews with 808 State, Arthur Baker, Paul Oakenfold
-Multiple Networking events at some of Brighton’s best-loved venues
The award-winning Brighton Music Conference (BMC), the UK’s leading electronic music and networking event, is gearing up for its 12th edition this week. Taking place from 21st to 23rd May 2025, the award winning BMC will once again bring together Industry-leading professionals and present a jam-packed programme of insightful talks, workshops and networking events. BMC is a hub for the next generation of talent.
New Health, Wellbeing and Lifestyle Programme
The new Health, Wellbeing and Lifestyle programme in collaboration with Skiddle at the Harbour Hotel will provide a treat for the body and mind with yoga and soundbath sessions to help delegates start the day with a calming mindset. Tonic Music will present a session on ‘Breaking The Stigma - Severe and Enduring Mental Illness in the Music Industry’, Skiddle and Music Minds Matter will discuss ways to foster a healthier and more supportive event community in the session ‘Who Is Looking After The Industry’s Mental Health? A Collective Remedy’ and registered dietitian Sally Freeman will bring her ‘Eat Sleep Rave Relax’ concept to BMC, highlighting the best strategies for health and resilience in the music industry. Protecting your hearing will also be a key topic with ACS presenting a session on ‘The Tinnitus Toolkit’ and the NTIA ‘Listen for Life’ initiative to prevent hearing loss.
Other important topics to be discussed include; ‘The Power Of No: How To Thrive In The Music Industry’, ‘Burnout’ hosted by Sound Mind, ‘Motherhood & Djing’ which will deep dive into the unique challenges and triumphs of balancing motherhood with a thriving career in the DJ and production world, shesaid.so will host the session ‘Beyond The Buzzword – Why Community Is Essential In The Music Industry’ and ‘Neurodiversity & Djing’ will return after the huge success of last year's event, bringing together some of the brightest minds in the industry to discuss the intersection of neurodiversity and electronic music.
Keynote Artist Interviews
There will also be several keynote interviews across the 2 two-day event featuring the legendary Graham Massey of 808 State, Arthur Baker and Paul Oakenfold, plus an exclusive showing of the Frankie Knuckles Documentary followed by Q&A.
The Tempest Programme
Jam packed with practical knowledge for artists and industry professionals the programme kicks off on Thursday with ‘PR & Marketing’ sharing insights into spending your marketing budget in 2025 followed by ‘How To Earn A Living From Music - Where Does Your Money Come From?’ presented by PRS For Music and Fuga/Downtown will highlight strategies for a successful releases campaign in ‘Behind The Release: Mastering Your Campaign Strategy’. The ‘Social Media’ session hosted by Data Transmission will discuss what no one is telling you about social media for artists and events in 2025, Label Radar will help artists learn by their mistakes in ‘Don’t Play Yourself: Red Flags, Hacks & Power Moves for Artists in 2025’ and the ‘Artist Development Workshop’ with ellevate will provides artists with a practical a guide to brand development and how to grow a fanbase in 2025.
The Association For Electronic Music will present two sessions to support the next generation of talent in the industry with ‘Where Are The Party Starters?: Support the next generation of promoters’ and ‘Finding The Right: Agent/Manager/Publisher/Publicist / Label’. They will also host their ‘Meet the Experts’ session giving delegates the opportunity to book in one to one sessions with industry professionals.
Other key topics include ‘A&R’ with the Wonk Creator Clinic, Cavendish Music will share tips on how to pitch and sync a track into some of the biggest reality TV shows in ‘Get Synced On TV’ and Beatport will host their annual ‘Industry Hour’ sharing insights from the market, reveal new genres and features as well as share results from a recent study. ‘Money and Royalties, Demystifying the Numbers’ is another hot topic alongside ‘Artificial Intelligence’ and the sustainability challenges facing the vinyl industry today in the ‘VINYL’ discussion. The programme will end with the new ‘Ask Us Anything’ session, giving the opportunity to obtain definitive answers to questions that you have always wanted to ask.
The Horizon Programme
Popular Brighton nightclub Horizon (previously the renowned Honey Club and formerly Shooosh) is a new venue for the 2025 edition, giving more space to expand the programme and offer even more value for delegates and a line up of top artists and industry professionals. Attack Magazine will explore the growing trend of DJs turning into authors in ‘Long Live The Dj Narrative: When Djs Become Authors’, the ‘Sync’ panel promises a deep dive into the cutting-edge world of sync licensing and music in media and the ‘Vocals’ session brings together an all-star lineup of vocalists and songwriters who have shaped the sound of electronic music. The ever popular ‘DJ Q&A and ‘Producer Q&A’ sessions return, promising dynamic discussion with the industry’s most influential selectors and esteemed producers. The annual ‘DJ Agents’ panel brings together some of the most influential agents in the industry to share their insights on navigating the fast-moving world of electronic music bookings and ‘Jungle’ will discuss the evolution and enduring impact of Jungle music, featuring an all-star lineup of pioneers and innovators.
In today’s rapidly evolving music landscape, the battle for listeners' attention is fiercer than ever and ‘Who Rules The Airwaves’ will deep dive into Radio vs Playlists vs Podcasts. The ‘DIY’ panel brings together industry experts to offer insights and practical advice for independent electronic musicians navigating the world of self-release, promotion, distribution, and label management. Vocalists are high on the agenda with the ‘Vocals’ session exploring the evolving role of vocalists in dance music and ‘Crediting Vocalists’ focusing on the crucial issue of properly crediting vocalists for their work in high-profile collaborations and releases.
Friday's edition of the ‘DJ Q&A’ will be another insightful conversation filled with personal stories, technical expertise, and an inside look into the lives of DJs who are truly embedded in their communities and the ‘Promoter Q&A’ brings together another powerhouse lineup of industry professionals with decades of experience, offering an exclusive look into the world of event promotion and artist collaboration. Rounding off the days sessions will be a topical discussion on grassroots electronic music venues being vital incubators of innovation, talent, and community within the UK’s cultural landscape presented by the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) in ‘Amplifying the Underground: Supporting Grassroots Electronic Music Venues Across the UK’
A&R Sessions
The ‘A&R Sessions’ at The Tempest is where artists can bring their demos and have some of the most discerning ears in the industry listen to them. Headed up by prolific DJ and music producer Steve Mac, a wide variety of labels covering different genres have been lined up to give more opportunities for immediate feedback on productions and one-to-one meetings with leading A&Rs in the electronic music industry. Last year was a sell-out success, with a high quality of music being submitted and several signings during the event. The sessions will be booked on a first come first served basis. Limited spaces available, book your tickets now here.
Confirmed labels and A&R professionals Include; Armada, Axtone, Beatport, Critical, Data Transmission, Defected, Eve Records, Fabric Records, Freakin 909, Helix Records, Inflyte, Krafted, Label Radar, LNADJ Records, Maraki, Mesh, Mixmasters, Perfecto, Prime Direct Distribution, R&S Records, Rinse FM, Shogun Audio, Sleazy Deep, Toolroom Records, Trusted Rhythm Records, We Are The Brave and Wh0 Plays.
Networking Events & Clubnights
Networking is a big part of the BMC ethos and there are plenty of opportunities to meet industry colleagues and connect with like-minded people at the many exclusive networking parties at some of Brighton’s best-loved venues.
The Tempest will host the official BMC Welcome Mixer in association with AFEM with dj’s Anna Cee, Dorian Flagrant, Jess Bays, Miss Rae and Trophie and shesaid.so will host their annual ‘Breakfast Club’ Networking event will take place at the Lazy Fin with the opportunity to get yourself a free press shot. After each day of the conference, there will be a variety of networking events at some of Brighton's best love venues. On Thursday PRS will host a mixer at the Harbour Hotel with dj’s Flambé, Hilit Kolet, Paris Cesvette,
Ridney, Richard Earnshaw and Sophie Lloyd and local label Jack Said What will take over The Tempest with dj’s 20:20 Kag (R&S Records), Ben Westbeech, Carl Loben, Jon Carter, Nickelle and Zoe Vice. On Friday at The Tempest the NTIA will host a mixer with dj’s Arthur Baker, Banki, DJ Hatcha (UKG Set), DJ MJ, Graham Massey (808 STATE), Mini Da Minx, Nolan and a Groover DJ competition winner tba. Grahame Farmer teams up with Beatport & Plugin Boutique to host his popular Blueprint Breakfast at the Lazy Fin, helping DJ’s kick start their careers in this intimate round table session.Buy tickets here
The official BMC25 closing party will be held at Oculist on Friday 23rd May in collaboration with Decadance UK radio with dj’s Charmain Love, Chris X, Elliko, SJMuel, Brett Maxey, SUPERClaud, McCauley and will be broadcast live.
If that wasn’t enough, BMC has teamed up with some of Brighton’s best-loved seafront venues for electronic music with a variety of events taking place on Friday and Saturday. On Friday Horizon will present Paul Oakenfold, Black Octopus and Sarah Monument, Volks will host Ray Keith ft Degs, DJ Rap and Degs (Dj Set) and Adam, Angelo Ferreri, Craig Nook, La Rose, Lui Florez, Maslow Unkowen, Mov, MYSD, Paul Hilditch, Pique, Tom Yates will take the the decks with 4 to the floor/play presents at Tide. On Saturday, Graham Gold, Jody Cottier, Jonny Nelson, Matt Pook and Sterling will play at the Waterbear Venue, Jack Jeffery, Larnie, Nina Carina, PLVSTYK and Robin will play at Patterns and Mixmasters will take over The Tempest on Saturday.
Full list of confirmed speakers and artists (In alphabetical order):
20:20 Kag (R&S Records), 808 State, Adam Pique, Alex Berry (Dykes on Decks), Alex Branson (Beatport), Alexandra Annable (Holl'r Music), Alley Cat (Kokeshi, Kool FM), Alon Shulman (World Famous Group), Aly Gillani (Bandcamp), Amy Ashworth (Music Supervisor), Amy Bee Sting, Andy Blackett (Fabric), Angelo Ferreri, Angie Brown, Anna Cee, Anne Savage, Antonia Lucas (Love Vocals / Sound Mind), Ariana Alexander-Sefre (SPOKE), Arthur Baker, Banxi, Becky Brook, Ben Westbeech (Breach/The Vision), Bex, Biff Mitchell, Black Octopus, Bobby Lambkin-Williams, Brandon Block, Brunonumerouno (1BTN), Caitlina McAlaister (MOD MD), Carl Loben (DJ Mag), Carly Wilford (Tomorrowland), Charlie Kelly (Toolroom), Charmain Love, Charlotte Caleb (ellevate), Charlotte De Vega (Material), Chris Bellam (underplay music), Chris Goss (Hospital Records), Clara Suess (Suess Media), Craig Nook, Damian Harris (BMG / Skint), Danny J Lewis, Danny Knight (Tinnitus UK), Darius Heimann (Beatport), Dave Alcock (Arcade Talent), David Ronan (RoEx), Dean Marsh (Creative Law), Debbie Rogerson (BBC Music), Degs (DJ Set), Disciples (Duvall), DJ Hatcha, DJ Mak10, DJ MJ, DJ RAE, DJ Rap, Dominic Squire (Absolute Label Services), Dominik Koislmeyer (Radio NRJ), Dorian Flagrant, Dr James Schuster-Bruce (Life is Loud), Duncan King (Skiddle), Ebony Reid (Peer Music), Eddie Craig (Wideboys), Ed Brew (Beatport), Einar Helde (AIMS), Ellie Talebian (DJ/Presenter), Emilie Birks (Beatport Group), Emma Cordell (Downtown), Erique Dial (Raze), Eric Brünjes (Attack Magazine), Faro (1BTN), Fat Tony, Fatboy Slim, Finlay Johnson (AFEM), Flambé, Gareth Deakin (audiostack.ai), Gemma Fox, Georgie Palzeaird, Gordon Kaye, Grace Johanne Naef (Another Rhythm/The Other Songs), Grace Meadows (Music Minds Matter), Graham Gold, Graham Massey, Grahame Farmer (Data Transmission), Harold Heath, Hayley May, HEIGHTS, Hedda Røste (Northeast & Nothing Standard), Hilit Kolet, Hiroki Beck (Fabric Records), Ifeoluwa, Jack Jeffrey, Jake Price (Head of Publicity, Dispersion PR), James Canham (Resident Music), Jeordie Shenton (Tonic Music), Jeremy Lloyd (Dreamtonics), Jess Bays, Jessica Joy, Jimmy Kyriacou (The Future is Sound / FutureSound), Joanna Gregory (Cavendish Music), Joanna Miles (NGE / The Other Side of Fear), Joanna Phillips (Another Rhythm), Jody Cottie, Joe Edwards (Believe), Joey Ward, John Truelove (Truelove Music), Jon Carter, Jonny Nelson, Jono Heale (ACS), Jules O’Riordan AKA Judge Jules, Jumping Jack Frost, Justin Robertson, Kal Jhugroo (CAA), Karma Bertelsen (FUGA), Kate Wildblood, Katie Knight (Can U Put Me On Guestlist? Podcast),Keira EOC (Essence of Chi), Keleigh Batchelor (AlphaTheta), Kevin Da Costa (Brighton Vinyl), Konetix, Krust (Crosstown Rebels / Full Cycle), La Rose, Larnie, Lau.ra (Wonk Creator Clinic), Laurie Oliva (Music Minds Matter), Leeroy Thornhill (Ex-The Prodigy), Leon La Rosa (Select Radio), LEVELA, Lex Hearth, Lex Luca (OpenDAW), Lisa Loud, Liz Williams (Music Supervisor/Integrity Life Coach), Lizzie Curious, Lola, Lucy Michael (Tru Thoughts), Lulah Francs, LUXE (Rinse FM), Marc Carey (Evolution Music), Marcia Carr (Rinse FM), Marina Palacios (Beatport), Martin Kandja Kabamba (NOAB), Maslow Unknowen, Matt Pook, Maya De N’Yeurt (Undivide / Hospital), MC Kinky (Feral is Kinky), MC Y-Zer, Melissa Kains (Sisu), Michael Kill (NTIA), Mickey Jukes (1BTN), Mick Fuller, Mikey B, Mini da Minx, Miss Rae, Mov, MYSD, Nadine Noor (Pxssy Palace), Naomi Bressani (ROM), Natasha Youngs (Resident Music), Nick Halkes (Manager, The Prodigy/Bad Company UK), Nickelle, Nina Carina, Nina Kehagia (shesaid.so), Nolan, Olivia Williams (AEI), Oliver Lang (Love Puppy), Owen Kiernan (Cr2 Records), Paris Cesvette, Paul Hamill (Inflyte), Paul Hilditch, Paul Oakenfold, Pete Jordan (LWE), Peter Piper Maxted (Overview Music), PLVSTYK, Polly Dunseath (PD PR), Psibindi (Psy-Sisters), Qemists Scores (Ninja Tune PM), Ray Keith, Rhys Baker (Tru Thoughts), Richard Earnshaw, Ridney, Rob Shepheard (NTIA Audiologist), Robert Luis (Tru Thoughts), Robin, Rocky (X-Press 2), Sally Freeman (Eat Sleep Rave Relax), Sam Thomason (FUGA), Samantha Moyo, Sara Al Hamad (Russells), Sarah Crane (Defected), Sarah Monument, Scott Diaz, Sean Brosnan (Material), Sean Preston (Ninja Tune), Selvasistema (1BTN), Sian Bennett (Mustard Media), SIGMA, Simon Harris (Minds on Fire), Simon Tillotson (Neighbourhood PR), Simon Williams (Fierce Panda), Smokin Jo, Sophie Lloyd, Spencer Broughton (Prime Distribution), Stanley Hood, Steve Mac, Steve Parry (Selador), Sterling, Sunita Dhaliwal (The Everyday Agency), Susanne Følsvik Rønnekleiv (Northeast Music), Suzanna Dee, Tammy Tinawi (Cavendish Music), Tania Lee (UMC), The Glitter Bosher, Theo Suess, Toni Tambourine (Tambo PR), Trophie, Vix Brand (shesaid.so), Wideboys (Eddie Craig), Wildblood & Queenie, Will Saul (AUS Music), Zoe Vice.
Speakers and representatives confirmed from industry leading companies including; (In alphabetical order):
1BTN, Absolute Label Services, ACS, AEI, AFEM, AIMS, AlphaTheta, Another Rhythm, Apex, Arcade Talent, Attack Magazine, audiostack.ai, AUS Music, Bad Company UK, Bandcamp, BAST, BBC Music, Beat Dealer, Beatport, Believe, BMG, Brighton Vinyl, Can U Put Me On Guestlist? Podcast, CAA, Cavendish Music, Creative Law, Creative Law & Business, Craig Nook, Cr2 Records, Crosstown Rebels, Data Transmission, Defected, Dispersion PR, DJ Hatcha, DJ Mag, Downtown, Dreamtonics, Duvall, Dykes on Decks, Eat Sleep Rave Relax, ellevate, Essence of Chi, Eve Records, Evolution Music, Fabric, Fabric Records, F. U. N. Production Services, Fierce Panda, Freakin909, Full Cycle, FUGA, Future Disco, FutureSound, Global Publicity, Helix Records, Holl'r Music, Hospital, Hospital Records, Inflyte, JTonic Music, Joey Ward, Kool FM, Krafted, Last Night A DJ Saved My Life, LNADSML Records, Life is Loud, Love Puppy, Love Vocals, LWE, Maraki, Martin Kandja NOAB, Material, Mesh Records, Minds on Fire, Mixmasters, MOD, Music Minds Matter, Mustard Media, Neighbourhood PR, NGE, Ninja Tune, Northeast & Nothing Standard, Northeast Music, NTIA, OpenDAW, Overview Music, PD PR, Peer Music, Prime Distribution, Pxssy Palace, Radio NRJ, R&S, Red Giant Recordings, Republic of Music, Resident Music, Rinse FM, ROM, RoEx, Russells, Select Radio, Selador, shesaid.so, Shogun Audio, Sisu, Skiddle, Skint, Sleazy Deep, Sound Mind, SPOKE, Suess Media, Tambo PR, The Drop Digital, The Everyday Agency, The Future is Sound, The Other Side of Fear, The Other Songs, The Vision, Tinnitus UK, Tomorrowland, Toolroom, Toolroom Records, Truelove Music, Tru Thoughts, Trusted Rhythm, underplay music, UMC, Voicebox Consulting, We are The Brave, Wideboys, Wonk Creator Clinic, World Famous Group.
BMC - Where Beats Means Business
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BMC Tickets
Tickets are £165 + b/f from the BMC website: www.brightonmusicconference.co.uk
About Brighton Music Conference
The award-winning Brighton Music Conference (BMC) is the UK's leading electronic music conference & networking event, focusing on innovation, education & the key issues facing the electronic dance music sector. BMC brings together Industry-leading delegates and speakers at over 60 talks, seminars and workshops, alongside networking events throughout the conference duration. It is attended by 1000s of experienced music industry professionals, the next generation of DJs, producers as well as electronic music enthusiasts.
BMC was also awarded by the NTIA at the Ambassadors of the Night Awards 2019 for their work and commitment to developing awareness and education of the UK Electronic Music Scene internationally within the NTE.
BMC also supports the charity Last Night A DJ Saved My Life.
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Electronic Music Sector Unites to Demand Action At Landmark Parliamentary Committee Event
- On 14 May, the UK’s electronic music industry delivered an unprecedented show of unity and urgency as sector leaders from artists to club owners came together to meet with Parliament’s Culture Committee.
- The sector called unequivocally for Government action to prevent the unsustainable losses of venues and future of club and electronic music culture itself.
- The roundtables were held in the 15,000 capacity DRUMSHEDS venue, previously an IKEA, showcasing the talent pipeline for electronic music, fed through the grassroots spaces under threat, and demand recognition of the culture.
Led by the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA), the leading trade organisation for nightlife culture and clubs, the discussions placed the spotlight firmly on the cultural, social and economic value of electronic music — and the crisis now threatening its infrastructure.
Attendees, including leading DJs, producers, venue operators, promoters, agents, suppliers, security, and festivals spoke candidly to cross-party MPs responsible for holding the Government to account on cultural policy.
The MPs heard first hand the harsh realities facing the sector, from unsustainable operational costs and disproportionate taxation to heavy handed, high-risk licensing and policing, widespread noise complaint closures, and a gaping void in Government recognition.
The roundtables honed in on the shared, urgent policy asks of Government, including:
- Recognising nightclubs and venues as vital cultural and community institutions.
- Proportionate approach tax and business rates for grassroots venues, on par with other similar cultural, heritage and community spaces.
- Reforming licensing and planning frameworks to support contemporary cultural spaces, and preventing noise complaints shutting long-standing community hubs.
- Embedding nightlife and electronic music’s value in national cultural policy, including through direct and regular engagement.
The Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee MPs had both high praise and concern for the sector, and were unambiguous in their commitment to support recognition and action for the neglected, yet deeply culturally important sector.
Dame Caroline Dinenage MP, Chair of the Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee, said:
“Electronic music and club culture are core to our nation’s culture, identity, sense of community, and local economies. Today’s sessions made that abundantly clear.
“The evidence we heard today underscores both the enormous value of this sector and the critical challenges it faces. This is last chance saloon for this vibrant, contemporary - and indeed leading - culture.
“This significant engagement is just the start. We're very grateful to attendees from across this diverse and vital sector, the NTIA for organising, and Drumsheds for hosting us. As a Committee we will continue to press Government and Parliamentarians to value, protect and enable electronic music and nightlife and we look forward to further engagement and to working with the sector as we progress these solutions.”
Michael Kill, CEO of the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA), added
“Today was a crucial moment for electronic music and nightlife culture in the UK. The scale of the challenges - and opportunities - laid bare in the roundtables leaves no doubt in the Committee’s minds about the need for urgent intervention.
“This is not just about nightclubs; it’s about protecting cultural identity, jobs, and the social fabric of our towns and cities. We thank the Select Committee for their time, engagement and agreement for action today, and urge the Government to work with us to deliver the reforms needed to secure the future of one of our country’s greatest cultural assets. We will not rest until our sector and culture is valued, and as we demonstrated today, we are united and unambiguous in our demands.”
Sam Spencer, Chief of Operations at Broadwick Live, said:
“Today’s roundtables at Drumsheds, in partnership with the NTIA, made one thing clear: the electronic music sector is delivering huge cultural and economic value but doing so under immense strain. Operators from across the UK spoke candidly about the red tape, licensing challenges, unsustainable costs, and outdated policy holding the sector back.
“The message to MPs was simple: without urgent reform, we risk losing the infrastructure that makes electronic music and the communities it supports to thrive.
“We’re grateful to the Culture Select Committee for listening to the electronic music industry at Drumsheds. We look forward to engaging more in the near future. Now we need action.”
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) Artist Manager Maria May said:
“Today was a moment to imagine how much more revenue we could drive through the UK economy if the Government recognised, acknowledged and supported the cultural and financial value of electronic music to the UK economy and global reputation.
“Today was a moment to imagine that with their support we could actually do that. I am positive that after today’s roundtables it will be the first of many interactions with the Culture Committee, and responsible Ministers, tasked with developing and supporting creative industries, culture and electronic music in the UK so it can survive and thrive.”
Sarah McBriar, AVA Festival, added:
“There are vast, untapped opportunities within the UK’s nighttime economy—particularly in the creative and cultural potential of electronic DJs, producers, and the broader ecosystem that supports them. The prominence of electronic music in major institutions such as Tate Modern, the British Museum, Glastonbury Festival, and countless other events across the country highlights its cultural significance.
“Despite this, electronic music still lacks the recognition it deserves at the governmental level as a serious cultural and economic force. With greater support instigated today by the task force, and a shift in perception, the sector could flourish—nurturing talent, creating jobs, fostering a safer nighttime economy, and unlocking its full potential.”
Stuart Glen, The Cause nightclub:
“Today's meeting was an incredible opportunity for some of the UK operators pioneering electronic music culture.
It did feel like everyone was on tenderhooks as the extremely challenging navigations of running spaces in today's climate highlighted. Huge inconsistencies in different local boroughs' approaches, archaic red tape via licensing and planning, alongside spiralling costs in pretty much every aspect of our business. It is indeed very tough times out there.”
Andrea Faith - artist operations manager and producer
“It’s a challenge to exist right now, when operating costs and national insurance are impacting festivals and nightlife. It’s equally as important to be, GALA’s financial contribution to the local economy, and being able to curate a lineup and celebrate ten years.
It’s great to come to see so many people in the industry come, including competitors and suppliers to discuss the rightful place electronic music had in culture. Electronic music is culture.”
Further background:
The Select Committee is made up of cross-party MPs who formally hold the Government to account in Parliament. Attendees include prolific DJs and producers such as Haai and Jodie Harsh, agents and managers of artists including Charli XCX and David Guetta, and a range of key figures from the sector reflecting the inclusivity core - and often unique - to electronic music culture. These include performers, labels, radio, light and sound, clubs (from grassroots to larger), promoters, ticketing, festivals, agents, security, and local government.
Club closures:
On average, 3 nightclubs have closed per week in the UK, with a staggering 34% overall loss since November 2019. Now, new post-April tax rises from the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget threaten many more - with recent NTIA polls suggesting:
- 92% of nightlife businesses have already cut staff, operating hours, or essential investments, while
- 40% warn they will close within six months without urgent support
- While another 40% of venues are now looking to make job cuts - on top of the redundancies already made as we approached the new tax year
As a leading name in the UK’s culture landscape, DRUMSHEDS team supported discussions around future-proofing the industry and positive steps towards a sustainable future.The NTIA will continue to work with the Select Committee, policymakers and Government directly to press for support for electronic music, club and nightlife culture. You can follow updates or support NTIA’s work @ntiaofficial or on their website www.ntia.co.uk
About the NTIA
The Night Time Industries Association is the leading trade association representing nightlife in the UK night-time economy. We work to promote and protect its interests by advocating for policies and regulations that support the sector’s recognition, growth and sustainability. NTIA represent over 10,000 businesses directly, including two thirds of the UK’s nightclubs, and advocate for the sector and nightlife culture as a whole, working closely with Government and key policymakers. See ntia.co.uk for more information.
About DRUMSHEDS
Drumsheds is a unique space for all. Reimagined from unused warehouses, it breaks free from the constraints of traditional spaces with a blank canvas design and state-of-the-art infrastructure. A place without walls, where nothing is fixed. Festivals, large-scale entertainment, private parties, fashion, exhibitions, set builds, filming, photography, product launches, and brand activations: something for every community and every niche. Like never before. Drumsheds is owned and managed by Nine Point Eight, which is a registered charity set up to create centres of cultural gravity where people from all walks of life converge to experience the transformative power of music, the arts and activates unused spaces to unlock the sociocultural and economic impact of culture. Find out more here.
Contact:
NIkki McNeill | Global Publicity
nikki@globalpublicity.co.uk
2025 Summer Festival Line Ups Reveal Immediate Benefits of European Talent Exchange
As the 2025 summer festival season kicks off, a wave of European Talent Exchange partner festivals unveil their line-ups, highlighting a clear and immediate impact for artists who performed at ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag) earlier this year. So far in 2025, European Talent Exchange presented a total of 256 shows by 114 acts from 28 countries playing at 78 festivals in 30 countries.
From Sziget in Hungary to Coachella in the US, major festivals across Europe and beyond are locking in fresh talent discovered at ESNS 2025. Think Reeperbahn Festival (Germany), Ypsigrock Festival (Italy), Paléo Festival Nyon (Switzerland), Rock For People (Czechia), Rock Werchter (Belgium), Electric Castle (Romania), Roskilde Festival (Denmark), Mad Cool Festival (Spain), Best Kept Secret (Netherlands) angd Øyafestivalen (Norway) - all featuring European artists front and centre in their line-ups.
European artists take centre stage
Confirmed artists making their way from the ESNS stage to the international spotlight include Luvcat (9 bookings) and Big Special (7 bookings) from the U.K., Judeline from Spain (4 bookings), Daufødt from Norway (3 bookings), Erika Rein from Slovakia (3 bookings), Sylvie Kreusch from Belgium (7 bookings), Boko Yout from Sweden (5 bookings), Cliffords from Ireland (8 bookings), Arp Frique & The Perpetual Singers from the Netherlands (3 bookings), Carpetman from Ukraine (4 bookings) and Woomb from Bulgaria (4 bookings). These names represent the future sound of Europe; fresh, bold and unbound by borders.
This wave of bookings proves how powerful European Talent Exchange is, fueling the rise of emerging artists beyond borders. Every artist who plays at ESNS automatically joins the European Talent Exchange programme. You can track their bookings at 130 partner festivals from all across Europe and beyond via ESNS Radar.
European Talent Exchange: a joint force of the music ecosystem
European Talent Exchange is dedicated to helping European artists secure bookings at festivals across and beyond Europe. In collaboration with YOUROPE and the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), the initiative connects artists to a network of around 130 partner festivals and benefits from the support of 31 media partners to amplify their promotion.
Additionally, European Talent Exchange unites 23 members and five associated partners, including 26 export offices, to create a powerful network for talent development. The platform is coordinated by ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag). European Talent Exchange is co-funded by the Creative Europe programme of the European Union.
You can find all the information about European Talent Exchange on the website.
European artists can apply here to play at ESNS 2026 from now on till September 1st 2025.
About ESNS
ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag) is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the global spotlight. ESNS offers European artists career-defining opportunities to break through and become tomorrow's headliners.
Founded in 1986, ESNS will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2026, which will take place from January 14 - 17 in Groningen, the Netherlands.
Pre-register for ESNS 2026 here.