10.00am: INSTAGRAM CONTENT & BRANDING FEEDBACK (in association with Data Transmission)

More than just posting: Your online presence can make or break your artist brand.

In this hands-on session by Grahame Farmer from Data Transmission & The Artist Blueprint, give direct feedback on Instagram content and show how to sharpen your visual identity, grow your reach, and connect with the right audience.

Hosted by Grahame Farmer (Data Transmission)

 

11.00am BUILDING YOUR SPECTRUM OF MIXING TECHNIQUES (in association with pointblank)

pointblank lecturer and Chip Shop BXTN resident, DJ Shorty, pulls back the curtain on the art of open-format DJing — sharing crowd-moving techniques, creative transitions, and a look at his workflow that keeps the dancefloor moving.

Expect practical gems, real-world insight, and plenty of energy for DJs looking to sharpen their performances.

Hosted by DJ Shorty

 

12.00pm: ALPHATHETA DEMO (in association with PIONEER / AlphaTheta)

Want an in-depth look at the latest club-standard DJ gear? Watch Sami Qureshi, Business Development Executive at AlphaTheta, put the brand’s newest kit through its paces while he explains how it helps DJs level-up their sets.

Here’s your chance to see everything the CDJ-3000X flagship DJ player has to offer, including innovative Hot Cue features, the handy Global Tag List, and StreamingDirectPlay, which enables DJs to play tracks from streaming services via the CDJ’s built-in Wi-Fi.

Sami will also demonstrate the amazing sound quality of the DJM-V5 mixer, as well as its new cross-pass filter and enhanced connectivity. And he’ll explore the world of creative possibilities opened up by the RMX-IGNITE effector, with its advanced effects, intuitive workflow, and bespoke sample management software.

If you have any burning questions once you’ve seen what this gear can do, Sami will be pleased to shed light on any AlphaTheta or Pioneer DJ product queries in a Q&A at the end of the session.

Hosted by Sami Qureshi (Business Development Executive)

 

1.00pm: VOCAL PRODUCTION (in association with pointblank)

Working with stems and reworking vocals

Hosted by Simon Mitchell

 

2.00pm: IMMERSIVE AUDIO (in association with Dolby Atmos)

Join this Immersive Music workshop with Ralf Kollmann of Mobilee Record and Myles Clarke from Dolby, expertly moderated by Finlay Johnson of AFEM.

The workshop will touch on some of the technicalities of working in, and delivering Dolby Atmos for Music. We’ll talk at length about the benefits of working in the format, and the ever increasing footprint of services and devices for the listener. We’ll look at it from all angles; Artist, Producer, Engineer, Management, Label, and of course, the fans.

The Dolby team will stick around to get more in depth with anyone who has further questions!

Andrea Borgato / Finlay Johnson / Myles Clarke / Ralf Kollmann

 

3.00pm: TRACK DECONSTRUCTION (in association with pointblank)

Deconstruction of Praise You by Fatboy Slim

Hosted by Ski Oakenfull 

 

4.00pm: RAVE NEW WORLD:LIVE!

Celebrating dance culture in spoken word. Award-winning author, poet and ‘rave raconteur’ Kirk Field’s unique mix of history, hedonism and humour.

Kirk’s acclaimed one-man show has appeared at Glastonbury Festival, Edinburgh Fringe and in UK Theatres. His books have been amongst the most popular club culture titles.

This show asks ‘why?’, and explores nostalgia and the importance of using the oral tradition to preserve collective memory and cultural values.

Expect: acid prose, rave poetry, storytelling, musical mischief…and discover the true meaning of dance music!

Hosted by Kirk Field

 

5.00pm: MUSIC, PURPOSE & ACTION – FROM THE DANCEFLOOR TO THE SUMMIT (in association with Last Night A DJ Saved My Life)

One track can change a mood. One moment can change a life. One movement can change the world.

At this year’s Brighton Music Conference, Last Night A DJ Saved My Life returns with an inspiring and interactive session exploring how music goes far beyond the dancefloor and into real, tangible impact around the world.

Join us for a powerful conversation on how individuals across the music community, artists, industry professionals, and fans alike are stepping up to create meaningful change.

Together, we’ll explore:
How music can be a force for good in today’s world
Real stories of grassroots action turning into global impact
The role we all play in shaping a more conscious, connected music industry
Simple, actionable ways YOU can get involved and make a difference

And this isn’t just talk…Previous attendees have gone on to donate to life-changing projects, fund freshwater wells, and even help deliver our Get Equipped music programme in local SEND schools supporting young people through creativity, confidence-building, and connection.

This session is about turning inspiration into action.

Special Closing Moment: Exclusive Film Preview

To close the session, we’ll share a special preview of Ain’t No Mountain High Enough, created with Big Love by Neil Kemp & Instant Karma, capturing a record-breaking journey to the summit of Kilimanjaro.

It’s the story of a community coming together through music to build a home for children with special needs in Tanzania.

It’s a reminder of what’s possible when passion meets purpose.
And a moment we hope will leave you inspired to take action in your own way.

Not just another music conference panel. One that creates real life impact.

Because together, we can move mountains.

Moderator: Ellie Talebian (DJ / Presenter)

Charlene from Neighbours

James Holdsworth (COO, Last Night A DJ Saved My Life)

Lee Morrison (rightsHUB)

Neil Kemp (Filmmaker / Director / Instant Karma Films)

Seamus Haji (DJ/Producer)