IMS (International Music Summit) Ibiza, renowned as the thought-leadership hub at the crossroads of culture, education, industry, and wellness in electronic music, announces the comprehensive program for its fifteenth annual summit. With over 60 discussions and sessions featuring 125+ speakers, this milestone edition promises to be a transformative experience for thousands of delegates. It will delve into the current state of the electronic music landscape and chart the course for the year ahead. For more information and passes, visit https://www.internationalmusicsummit.com.
Scheduled across three days, IMS Ibiza will convene trailblazers, creators, and disruptors from the global electronic music ecosystem, offering a singular platform to explore best practices and innovations across vital sectors such as music, technology, diversity & inclusion, education, and health & wellness. This year’s summit, co-hosted by esteemed BBC Radio 1 personalities Pete Tong MBE and Jaguar, will dissect pressing topics shaping the electronic music community while unveiling the eagerly anticipated IMS Business Report, a cornerstone of the industry’s strategic landscape.
Day one’s pivotal session, “Rebuilding Our Community: How To Bring Back Peace, Love, Unity & Respect,” will address the imperative of restoring industry values amidst recent global upheavals. Moderated by Georgia Taglietti from the Association For Electronic Music, the discussion will feature influential voices, including DJ Pierre, Madame Ghandi, Ruth Daniel, Maria May, and Professor Timothy Morton.
Notable keynote addresses include insights from industry leaders such as AlphaTheta’s Mark Grotefeld and Tomorrowland founder Michiel Beers, offering invaluable perspectives on the industry’s evolution and social impact. Keynote interviews will spotlight luminaries like Sarz, Mochakk, and Chloe Caillet, exploring wellness themes, artistic legacy, and industry longevity.
Moreover, IMS Ibiza will spotlight the burgeoning South African Dance Music and Amapiano scenes, celebrating their global resonance and cultural significance. Sessions like “Amplifying Amapiano & African Dance Music” will showcase the genre’s journey from local townships to international prominence, underscoring Ballantine’s True Music’s commitment to diverse music communities.
Diverse discussions spanning Market Focus in Germany, challenges in SWANA’s Electronic Music Scene, and the fusion of world music genres in electronic sounds will provide attendees with invaluable insights into industry trends and innovations.
The summit will also feature The Art of Areté’s wellness-focused area, offering daily sessions on mental health, nutrition, and digital well-being in collaboration with IMS founding partner AlphaTheta.
New for 2024, The Brave Space, presented by HE.SHE.THEY. - in partnership with Downtown & FUGA - will curate live podcasts and discussions, spotlighting diversity and celebrating icons like Frankie Knuckles.
Addressing environmental concerns, IMS Ibiza will host discussions on Music’s Power In The Climate Crisis, embodying its commitment to sustainable action through partnerships like EarthPercent.
Ben Turner, co-founder of IMS, underscores the summit’s purpose: “In our 15th edition, the theme of ‘Rebuilding Our Community’ aims to foster constructive dialogue and positive change in these unprecedented times.”
In addition to its enriching content, IMS Ibiza offers delegates the chance to experience Ibiza’s vibrant music scene through networking events and mixers. It showcases, culminating in the iconic IMS Dalt Vila closing celebration at the historic UNESCO World Heritage site.
Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to engage with the future of electronic music at IMS Ibiza 2024. Grab your delegate pass here.
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