Ditto X: The Music Industry Conference & Networking Event

Thursday 21st November, 2024 London

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

The full lineup is here! 🎉 Don’t miss your chance to get feedback on your tracks and gain insider knowledge about breaking new artists. It’s all happening—join us!

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
Sam MacGregor
Radio Presenter
HOST
Venbee
Artist
HOST
Nels Hylton
DJ / Presenter
HOST
Felix de Jong
Sr. Marketing Manager
HOST
London Elektricity
Artist / Founder / CEO
HOST
Anastasia Liasi
Creative Producer
HOST
Shell Zenner
Radio DJ / Presenter
HOST
Phoebe Cross
Programme Officer
HOST
Josh Nicoll
Music Label Partnerships
HOST
Abbie McCarthy
Presenter / DJ
HOST
Nayha
Host / Presenter
HOST
Mark Adams
Founder / CEO
HOST
Atlanta Cobb
Founder / CEO
HOST
Charlie Thomas
Audio Engineer
HOST
Zeze Millz
Media Personality
HOST
Gavin Barnard
Chief Relations Officer
HOST
Ollie Winiberg
Host / DJ
HOST
Jodie Bryant
Presenter
HOST
RUBII
Artist
HOST
Baby Panna
Artist
HOST
Riki Bleau
Founder of Since '93 Group / Co-President of Since '93 (Sony)
HOST
Jaqueline Lockinger
Senior Manager, Music & Talent, UK
HOST
Judy Robinson
Sync Licensing Manager
HOST
Alex Brees
Founder / CEO
HOST
Dan Sheed
Event Manager / Creator
HOST
Josh Robinson
Founder
HOST
Tom Weller
Managing Director
HOST
Max Upton
Head of Campaigns
HOST
Fiona Harte
Music Executive
HOST
Talia Andrea
NextGen Community Producer
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
Natalie Shay
Artist
HOST
Luke Joynes
Music/Talent Agent & Artist Manager
HOST
Laura Erinle
Education and Membership Engagement Manager
HOST
Andrew Lansley
HOST
Daisy Maskell
TV & Radio Presenter
HOST
KATYA
Artist
HOST
John Shortell
Head of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
HOST
Sam Walwyn
Artist
HOST
Jodeci Rampasard
Senior Manager, Music & Talent, UK
HOST
Shadrack Mutali
Service Delivery Officer
HOST
Jamie Searls
Managing Director
HOST
Kirsty Geoghegan
Founder
HOST
Joel Baker
Artist
HOST
Tracey Kasongo
Talent Manager / Founder
HOST
Karina Byrne
Music Producer / Composer / Vocalist
HOST
Lauren Mckee
Music Executive
HOST
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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.

The Feedback Sessions

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.

LIVE MUSIC

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.

THE INFO

Thursday 21st November, 2024
10AM - 6PM
Indigo at the o2 Arena, London

Schedule 2024

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Name
Speakers
Location
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2:00 pm

MMF Presents: The Right Time for 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
Thando Zulu
Artist Manager
Chelsea Wood
Artist Manager
Tracey Kasongo
Talent Manager / Founder
Stage X
Panel
Panel
2:00 pm

LIVE PERFORMANCE

Join us on the main stage for an exclusive live performance from singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist KATYA.
KATYA
Artist
Main Stage
Live Music
Live Music
2:00 pm

ISM Presents: How to Get Noticed as an Independent Artist

Join industry experts in this panel led by the Independent Society of Musicians to uncover how artists can get noticed, including building a brand, what promoters look for and beyond.
Macca Taylor
Social Media & Communications Officer
Dan Sheed
Event Manager / Creator
Max Upton
Head of Campaigns
Sam Walwyn
Artist
Blue Room
Panel
Panel
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
Karina Byrne
Music Producer / Composer / Vocalist
Lauren Mckee
Music Executive
Kirsty Geoghegan
Founder
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
Jodie Bryant
Presenter
Stage X
Panel
Panel
3:00 pm

Amplead Presents The Feedback Sessions

Delegates who booked their slot in advance will have the opportunity to play their music for industry experts and receive live feedback. 11.00 Session 1: Ollie Winiberg and Julian Emery 13.00 Session 2: Sam and Danni, Julian Emery 15:00 Session 3: Nels Hylton, Shell Zenner and Julian Emery 17:00 Session 4: Felix de Jong, Joel Baker and Julian Emery.
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
The Marquee
Workshop
Workshop
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
Callum Hay
Head of Label Services UK
Kloe Hackett
Marketing & Promotions Coordinator
Hughie Kelsey
Artist Services
Jules
Artist Services
Main Stage
Panel
Panel
4:00 pm

Abbey Road Institute Presents. 'A Guide To Vocal Production'

Charlie Thomas (acclaimed Producer/songwriter/mixer) hosts this in-depth vocal production workshop, with real-time walkthroughs of the techniques you can use to bring your vocals to life in your DAW.
Charlie Thomas
Audio Engineer
Stage X
Workshop
Workshop
4:20 pm

In Conversation with London Elektricity

Vicki McCall (Echo State) sits down with Tony Colman, AKA Drum and Bass / Electronic Music pioneer London Elektricity and Co-Founder of the ground-breaking Hospital Records label.
London Elektricity
Artist / Founder / CEO
Vicki McCall
Host
Main Stage
Panel
Panel
5:15 pm

Ditto Music Awards

Ditto Music presents our new Rising Star and Legacy Awards to our favourite artists of the year.
TBA
TBA
Main Stage
Presentation
Presentation
5:40 pm

LIVE PERFORMANCE

We'll be closing out the Ditto X in style with a live performance from the amazing RUBII. Don't miss out and head down to the Main Stage right after our Ditto Awards ceremony.
RUBII
Artist
Main Stage
Live Music
Live Music
7:30 pm

VIP Aftershow

VIP ticket holders are invited to our exclusive aftershow featuring a live DJ set and free drinks for the first hour.
TBA
TBA
Upstairs
Live Music
Live Music

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"Ditto X is super important for young artists. There's just so much to learn."

Gemma Bradley - Former BBC Radio 1 DJ

THE LATEST DITTO X NEWS:

Ditto X 2024: Apply for The Feedback Sessions!

August 20, 2024

Ditto X London 2024 Announced!

May 24, 2024

Ditto X: NYC Returns!

August 15, 2024

DITTO X: 2024

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THE VENUE

O2 Arena, 205 Peninsula Square, London SE10 0ES

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STUDENTS &
GROUP DISCOUNTS

We offer discounted tickets and packages to students and large groups. If that sounds like you, let us know who you are, where you are and how many people you’d like to bring along.

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If you’re part of a large group who’d like to attend Ditto X 2024 - whether that’s a class of students, a music organisation or anything else - let us know via the form below and we’ll be in touch to discuss ticket discounts.
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