connecting INDEPENDENT ARTISTS with industry PROS.
Ditto X: Meet the Music Industry is back this November for a day of panels, interviews, workshops, networking and feedback sessions with a lineup of experts from across the music business.
Previous years have seen industry leaders from BBC Radio 1, 6Music, 1Xtra, Capital FM, Netflix, Spotify, Amazon Music, ITV Studios, Vevo, YouTube and more take to the stage - plus artists like Big Zuu, Krept & Konan, Myles Smith, and Central Cee.
Grab an ticket while you can and look out for more big announcements coming soon.
The Speakers
Our first few speakers have been confirmed - but there's loads more still to come! Join us for the chance to get feedback on your tracks and learn about the realities of breaking new artists.
Ariel Cohen
Strategic Partner Manager
HOST
Fee Mak
DJ / Presenter
HOST
Julian Emery
Musician, Producer and Songwriter (McFly, Nothing But Thieves)
HOST
Danni Diston
Radio Presenter
HOST
Nels Hylton
DJ / Presenter
HOST
Sam MacGregor
Radio Presenter
HOST
Josh Nicoll
Music Label Partnerships
HOST
Josh Robinson
Founder
HOST
Felix de Jong
Sr. Marketing Manager
HOST
Shell Zenner
Radio DJ / Presenter
HOST
Phoebe Cross
Programme Officer
HOST
Gavin Barnard
Chief Relations Officer
HOST
Mark Adams
Founder / CEO
HOST
Kira Ashwin
Music Partnerships Manager
HOST
Jodie Bryant
Presenter / Content Creator
HOST
Judy Robinson
Sync Licensing Manager
HOST
Baby Panna
Artist
HOST
Alex Brees
Founder / CEO
HOST
Tom Weller
Managing Director
HOST
Luke Moore
Senior Officer / Singer/Songwriter
HOST
Fiona Harte
Music Executive
HOST
Mike Murphy
Global Head Of Events
HOST
Jennifer Jones
Music Executive
HOST
Alex Ogden
Head of Music & Producer
HOST
Rob Sealy
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
HOST
Callum Hay
Head of Label Services UK
HOST
Kenny Barber
Artist Relationships for Black Music
HOST
Bertina Luza
Account Manager
HOST
Luke Joynes
Music/Talent Agent & Artist Manager
HOST
Laura Erinle
Education and Membership Engagement Manager
HOST
KATYA
Artist
HOST
Atlanta Cobb
Artist Manager
HOST
View All Speakers
+ MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED!
WHAT IS DITTO X?
Panels & discussions
How do new artists build a fan base and rack up millions of streams? How about securing syncs from major studios or landing on big playlists? We're hosting discussions on all this and more, with the best in the music biz on-hand to share their knowledge.
Get face-to-face feedback from radio DJs, industry tastemakers and other artists at our unmissable Feedback Sessions in partnership with Amplead. Already got your ticket? Hit the button below to apply to take part.
Hear sets from some of our favourite artists, live on stage at Ditto X. We love showcasing the best in UK talent, so you can look forward to a line-up of amazing acts on the day.
VEVO 101
Join the experts from Vevo and learn how to optimize your music videos.
Industry Market
Speak to leading music brands, societies and organisations from across the UK.
VIP AFTER PARTY
Get a VIP ticket for extra perks and an invite to our exclusive after party.
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Time
Name
Speakers
Location
Type
Schedule 2024
10:30 am
Music Video Masterclass: How to Make a Visual Impact
From concept creation and production to marketing and optimization across the biggest platforms, this panel will discuss how artists can make sure their music videos reach the right viewers.
Ariel Cohen
Strategic Partner Manager
Alex Ogden
Head of Music & Producer
Chris Mooney
Global Head of Artist & Label Services
TBA
TBA
Main Stage
Workshop
Workshop
11:00 am
Music Royalties: Understand Your Rights & Unlock New Revenue
Ditto Music Publishing’s Managing Director Tom Weller heads up this workshop on how artists of all sizes can increase their cash flow and navigate the complex world of music publishing.
Tom Weller
Managing Director
Kenny Barber
Artist Relationships for Black Music
Bertina Luza
Account Manager
Stage X
Workshop
Workshop
11:00 am
Amplead Presents The Feedback Sessions
Delegates who booked their slot in advance will have the opportunity to play their music for industry experts and get live feedback. Sessions will begin at 11.00, 13.00, 15:00 and 17:00.
Sam MacGregor
Radio Presenter
Danni Diston
Radio Presenter
Felix de Jong
Sr. Marketing Manager
Julian Emery
Musician, Producer and Songwriter (McFly, Nothing But Thieves)
Nels Hylton
DJ / Presenter
Production Room
Workshop
Workshop
11:30 am
Finding Your Audience: How to Build a Loyal Fanbase
Loyal fans maintain successful music careers. But how do you reach new listeners and grow your audience as an unknown artist without major label backing? This panel aims to find an answer.
Kira Ashwin
Music Partnerships Manager
Mark Adams
Founder / CEO
Alex Brees
Founder / CEO
Nels Hylton
DJ / Presenter
Rob Sealy
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
Main Stage
Panel
Panel
12:00 pm
Live Lessons: How to Book Bigger and Better Shows
Industry insiders from across live music examine how artists can keep live audiences coming back for more and work towards headline shows, festival appearances and major tour support slots.
Shell Zenner
Radio DJ / Presenter
Luke Joynes
Music/Talent Agent & Artist Manager
TBA
TBA
Stage X
Panel
Panel
1:00 pm
VEVO Presents: Music Video Marketing
Experts from Vevo discuss how a compelling music video marketing strategy is a key driver for success. Learn how to engage audiences, optimise your content and expose your music to millions of potential fans worldwide.
TBA
TBA
Stage X
Panel
Panel
2:00 pm
MMF Presents: Music Management
Now more than ever, managers must navigate the complexities of developing talent, building fan bases and finding new markets in an ever-changing environment. In this panel, we’ll hear from artist managers about their experiences supporting talent and building careers in a turbulent industry.
Laura Erinle
Education and Membership Engagement Manager
TBA
TBA
Stage X
Panel
Panel
2:00 pm
LIVE PERFORMANCE
LIVE PERFORMANCE
KATYA
Artist
Main Stage
Live Music
Live Music
2:20 pm
Ditto Sync Presents: Take Your Music from Studio to Screen
Ditto’s Sync Manager Judy Robinson leads a panel of music supervisors and artists to explain the best approach when it comes to landing major sync deals across TV, film and more.
Judy Robinson
Sync Licensing Manager
Fiona Harte
Music Executive
Jennifer Jones
Music Executive
TBA
TBA
Main Stage
Panel
Panel
3:00 pm
Social Media Success: Creating Content & Viral Moments
This panel will explore how musicians can craft compelling social content that resonates with their followers and transform an online presence into real-world success.
Josh Robinson
Founder
Josh Nicoll
Music Label Partnerships
Baby Panna
Artist
Atlanta Cobb
Artist Manager
Jodie Bryant
Presenter / Content Creator
Stage X
Panel
Panel
3:20 pm
Ditto Music Presents: How to Run a DIY Promo Campaign
Ditto Music’s record label services team share the industry tips, trade secrets and music marketing strategies that emerging independent artists can implement in their own release campaigns.
Mosh Osinibi
Artist & Label Services Manager
Lewis Varrilly
Head of UK Trade Marketing
Callum Hay
Head of Label Services UK
Main Stage
Panel
Panel
4:00 pm
Abbey Road Studios Presents Create Something from Nothing
Abbey Road hosts this in-depth production workshop, with real-time walkthroughs of the techniques you can use to bring songs to life in your DAW - covering home studio setup, MIDI instruments and more.
TBA
TBA
Stage X
Workshop
Workshop
5:45 pm
LIVE PERFORMANCE
LIVE PERFORMANCE
TBA
TBA
Main Stage
Live Music
Live Music
7:30 pm
VIP Aftershow
VIP ticket holders are invited to our exclusive aftershow featuring a live set from TBA and free drinks for the first hour.
TBA
TBA
Upstairs
Live Music
Live Music
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