06/08/20 – IMPORTANT UPDATE – BMC20 WILL BE TAKING PLACE ON 01/02 OCTOBER 2020

The UK government has advised that from the 1st of October 2020 trade shows, exhibitions and conferences will be allowed to take place and after much research and advice from our partners, sponsors and government officials we have decided to reschedule the conference to the 1st and 2nd October.

This decision has been and will continue to be based on scientific evidence and public health assessments we will continue to monitor the ongoing situation. As well as implementing social distancing, the event will adhere to all government guidelines, with a  written risk assessment and mitigations put in place to reduce the risk of Covid-19 transmission.

All tickets will be valid for the rescheduled dates.

“We’ve been overwhelmed by the positive feedback from the industry and there is a real feeling that people want to get together and share experiences to help our industry survive this situation. Giving the next generation an opportunity to meet their peers to learn and network is also something we feel is important for the future of the industry. We are all looking forward to the event and bringing the industry back together for the first time.”  – Billy Mauseth, BMC CEO

 Some words of support from the industry:

“It’s great that the Brighton Music Conference (BMC) is happening at the start of October. The electronic music industry has been one of the hardest hit by the Coronavirus Crisis, and it’s important that networking/information-sharing events such as BMC are held — in a safe way — in order for the industry to work together and seek solutions to emerge out the other side.”  – Carl Loben, DJ Mag Editor

“We support BMC in its decision to move the conference back to the 1st/2nd October 2020, adhering to the safety measures in line with Government Regulations, with a focus on ensuring the event can take place in a safe environment, Brighton Music Conference is one of the shining lights of the music Industry, its commitment to industry education, technology and talent has stood testament to its growth and success over the last 7 years”  – Michael Kill, NTIA CEO

“Brighton Music Conference is set to run at the start of October and will be the first physical electronic music conference in many months. From discussions with the organisers, they are planning an inspiring educational event with robust safety standards for the industry to share knowledge and know-how to build a positive future for the scene”  Greg Marshall, AFEM General Manager

“The news that BMC is going ahead in October is a much-needed boost for the electronic music industry. Finally, a chance to come together in-person to network while knowing our safety is being taken seriously. We can start talking, paving the way for solutions. The collaboration of the industry will allow us to move forward together” – Della Rush, AudioLock Chief Operating Officer

“This is Incredible news for an industry facing the biggest challenge in its history, and it makes it even more exciting for us to be part of this seminal electronic music event” – Iconic Underground Magazine

Doors to the main conference open at 9am on Thursday 1st October 2020