We’re kicking off Ditto X: LA ’26 with a live performance from Los Angeles-based indie rock duo Death Valley Dream Cult - make sure you get down early to catch them!

Ditto Music’s Global Head of A&R & Streaming Strategy, Hamish Crombie sits down with a panel of industry experts to explore the essential processes of digital distribution and the strategies independent artists can use to grow and engage their audience.

A fully interactive production sprint where the audience becomes the co-producer. From BPM and key to drum sounds, bass patch, vocal hook, and arrangement - every creative decision is made live. Watch a professional workflow unfold in real time as a finished, release-ready track is built in Ableton from a blank session.

Kaya Newton walks you through the art of mashups, showing how to blend tracks creatively and build something fresh from familiar sounds.

In partnership with Amplead, Ditto X’s famous Feedback Sessions lands in LA. Professionals from across the music industry will listen to your music and provide direct live feedback. Session 1 begins at 13:00 and Session 2 at 15:00.

FFM’s Vice President of Business Development Michael Sherman walks us through the most essential and expansive smartlink service crucial to artists and their campaigns. From Pre-saves, analytics and data capture to driving engagement for audience build.

Enjoy a live performance from the amazing Kaya Newton.

A practical, step-by-step session with Kaya Newton breaking down how to plan, prepare, and release your first track - from final mix to going live on streaming platforms.

Kaya Newton makes his way back to the stage for his second live performance of the day.

No Friction Founder Michael Frick leads an all-star panel across the world of Music sync. How do artists land sync placements across TV, movies, ads, games and more? Hear directly from those in the know and find out what it takes to secure a sync deal.

Learn the fundamentals of beatmatching in this beginner-friendly session, covering timing, tempo, and how to keep your mixes locked in.

Songtools CEO Danny Garcia presents a walkthrough of the exciting Songtools platform and its services, including 3rd party playlist submissions, blog reviews, track feedback and those essential analytics crucial for independent artists.

DJ Morse code will be taking to the decks with some high-energy tunes to really get the evening going.

LA-based artist EARTH TO EMILY sits down with Ditto Music’s Hamish Crombie to discuss building an independent career, navigating the industry, and the strategies towards long term success

Level up your sets with DJ Morse Code as he breaks down essential digital DJ techniques, from effects and transitions to creative performance tips.

DJ Morse Code returns for round two behind the decks.

Toronto-born, LA-hustling, and proudly queer, Earth to Emily will be performing live at The Yard.

Relax and reflect on the day at our Aftershow Reception, taking place at All Seasons Brewing.