We’re back at The O2 for Ditto X: Meet the Music Industry 2025, and this year’s event is set to be bigger than ever. With more speakers, more stages, and a brand new Industry Market, Ditto X 2025 will once again connect artists directly with the people shaping today’s global music scene.
To whet your appetite for the day, here’s a first look at some of the sessions, speakers and special moments we’ve got confirmed so far.
The Main Stage
Host for the day is the amazing Fee Mak (DJ & Presenter, BBC Radio 1Xtra), who will guide delegates through a jam-packed schedule of keynotes, awards and live performances.
11:00 – Opening Keynote
We'll be kicking the day off with a major keynote setting the tone for the day ahead.
12:30 – Live Performance
An exclusive set from one of this year’s breakthrough acts.
13:30 – Ditto Music Awards
Our annual Rising Star and Legacy Award presentations return, celebrating the artists making their mark and those who’ve built lasting legacies.
14:30 – Live Performance
Another high-energy set to keep the Main Stage buzzing.
16:00 – Closing Keynote
A final keynote to wrap up the day and leave you inspired!
Stage X
Curated by some of the most influential names in the industry, Stage X will cover everything from collecting royalties, music video marketing, and landing sync licensing placements. Hosted by Nayha Ahmad (BBC Asian Network).
11:30 – Music Royalties: Understand Your Rights & Unlock New Revenue
Moderated by our very own Managing Director, Tom Weller (Ditto Publishing), with special guests from PRS & PPL. Learn all about maximising your royalties and getting paid what you deserve.
12:30 – Now Playing Live: How to Book Bigger & Better Shows
Discover how to take your live career to the next level with expert advice from renowned music biz pros.
13:30 – MMF Presents TBA
The Music Managers Forum bring fresh insights to the table, covering everything you need to know about working with artist managers. Full lineup of guests TBA.
14:30 – Video Strategy: Cracking Algorithms & Capturing Audiences
YouTube leads a must-attend panel for artists wanting to master video content in 2025.
15:30 – Sync Licensing: Taking Music from Studio to Screen
Led by Judith Robinson (Ditto Sync) with Jennifer Jones (ITV) and more, this session unpacks how to land placements in TV, film, ads, games and beyond.
16:30 – Abbey Road Institute Presents
Wrapping up Stage X will be a special session from the legendary Abbey Road Institute (full details TBA).
The Blue Room
Held in The O2’s VIP Lounge, The Blue Room offers even more intimate talks and networking opportunities for Ditto X delegates.
11:00 – SupaJam Presents TBA
Keep a lookout for more info on this inspiring session from SupaJam (details TBC).
12:00 – Growing on the Airwaves with BBC Introducing
Moderated by Jess Izsatt (BBC Radio 1 & BBC Introducing), Growing on the Airwaves will teach you all about supercharging your music career with BBC Introducing.
14:00 – Ditto Music Presents: How to Elevate Your Next Release
The Ditto Label Services team share their proven strategies to effectively growing an engaged audience worldwide.
15:00 – Networking Hour
Take some time to connect with fellow artists, managers and music industry professionals.
The Listening Room
Hosted by Amplead, The Listening Room plays host to this year’s The Feedback Sessions, giving Ditto X delegates the chance to have their music heard by industry experts in small group sessions.
Bookings are limited and will fill up fast, so keep those eyes peeled on our website and socials for more info on how you can get your music heard by influential music pros.
NEW: Industry Market
Running all day inside the Main Stage of indigo at The O2, our new Industry Market is your chance to connect directly with top music brands and organisations, including:
- PRS
- Rough Trade
- Music Managers Forum
- Radio Wigwam
- SupaJam
- Key Production
- Amplead
- Ditto Music
...and many more still to be announced!
VIP Aftershow
From 18:00 - 21:00, VIP ticket holders can head to the Indigo VIP Lounge for an exclusive afterparty featuring DJs, a live performance, and free drinks for the first hour.
This is not to be missed!
With more speakers, brands, and opportunities than ever before, Ditto X 2025 is the ultimate event for independent artists and music professionals. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it.
Grab your half-price Early Bird tickets here.