In Partnership with
October 14, 2024
NEW SPEAKERS FROM LIVE NATION MIDDLE EAST, CAA, SOHO GARDEN, TAKWENE, SONY MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT, BOOGIE BOX, UTA, SOUNDSISTERS MOROCCO, PLUS ARTISTS ADRIATIQUE, &FRIENDS JOIN THE IMS DUBAI LINE-UP
SUMMIT NIGHTTIME EVENT PROGRAM ANNOUNCED FEATURING PERFORMANCES BY DEEP DISH, COSMICAT, ECHONOMIST, STRYV, AND EMERGING TALENT FROM ACROSS THE MENA REGION
BEATPORT, DUCK SOUP, FUEGO BY SVD, HONEYTRAP AND MORE TO PRESENT EXCLUSIVE SHOWCASES AT ICONIC DUBAI VENUES
(DUBAI – 15 OCTOBER, 2024) – International Music Summit (IMS), the premier platform for thought leadership in electronic music, today announces its much-anticipated nighttime program for the inaugural edition of IMS Dubai. The announcement also includes the addition of a range of new speakers representing key industry leaders, artists, and innovators across Middle East North Africa (MENA), offering unparalleled insights into the intersection of music, finance, and technology in the region, and cementing Dubai's place at the heart of electronic music’s cultural and business growth.
Supported by key partners AlphaTheta and Beatport, IMS Dubai’s evening program takes place across 14-15 November and will be hosted at Soho Garden’s Hive, Garden, and Playroom venues, as well as Farrago and Ginger Moon at W Dubai - Mina Seyahi, allowing delegates to experience the dynamic energy of Dubai’s nightlife. The summit will feature exclusive showcases and underground sets from international artists including Deep Dish, Echonomist and STRYV as well as regional based talent including Cosmicat, Honeytrap, Mo Ezabyy, Parvané, Yas Meen Selectress and more, guaranteeing line-ups that reflect the diverse sound of the region and beyond. In addition, Beatport will present a special sunset live stream event at Ginger Moon featuring a secret unannounced lineup.
New topics and speakers announced as part of the summit program include a Keynote Interview with Swiss electronic music producer and DJ duo Adriatique, John Saliba (Sekoya / Soho Garden, President/Founder, Lebanon) will share insights learned from over 18 years of experience in the entertainment business and his vision to create an immersive, urban experience for the people of Dubai. Elie Saba (Addmind, Managing Partner, Lebanon) will discuss his role driving growth and expansion at one of the leading hospitality companies in Dubai with over 22 brands and venues, in conversation with Maria May (CAA, Head of Electronic, UK). The summit will also feature a deep dive into The Evolution of the MENA Music Industry.
Other newly announced speakers representing some of the industry’s key players include James Craven Live Nation Middle East; President, UK) Ahmad Alghawanmeh (Sony Music Entertainment; Vice President, Revenue & Growth Strategy, Jordan), Hassan Alwan (Boogie Box; Founder, Iraq), &Friends (Artist, USA) and Maria Malasangre (SoundSisters Morocco, Founder, Brazil) who will provide invaluable insights into the future of electronic music in MENA and the broader global industry.
This edition of IMS marks the summit’s strategic entry into the MENA region, following successful summits in Los Angeles, Shanghai, Singapore, and Malta. With Dubai as the host city, the summit underscores the city's emerging role as a critical player in the global electronic music landscape. Badges for IMS Dubai are on sale now, priced from dh595 with discounted badges available for full time students, under 27s and People of Determination priced at d215. 1% of all delegate badge and sponsor income from this event will be donated to IMS charity climate action partner EarthPercent.
IMS DUBAI
OFFICIAL IMS EVENING EVENTS PROGRAM:
Wednesday, 13 November
Event: IMS Pre Party
Time: 9.30pm - 1am
Location: Electric Pawn Shop
Line-Up: TBA
Thursday, 14 November
Event: Duck Soup
Time: 19.00 - 22.00
Location: Farrago; W Dubai - Mina Seyahi
Line-Up: Mo Ezabyy, Zenim
Event: Beatport Presents: Collektive @ Playroom
Time: 22.00 - 04.00
Location: Playroom, Soho Garden
Line-Up: Cosmicat, Parvané, Yas Meen Selectress, Bazzzuk
Event: Beatport Presents: The Garden
Time: 22.00 - 03.00
Location: Garden, Soho Garden
Line-Up: STRYV, Mar+Mer, Kvty
Friday, 15 November
Event: Beatport Presents: Secret Sunset Sessions
Time: 17.00 - 21.00
Location: Ginger Moon, W Dubai - Mina Seyahi
DJs: Exclusive Unannounced B2B Set, Special Guest, Honeytrap
Event: Official IMS Dubai Closing Party @ Hive
Time: 22.00 - 04.00
Location: Hive, Soho Garden
Line-Up: Deep Dish, Echonomist, Olympe, Klo
IMS badge holders can also access other events that weekend in Dubai including:
Saturday, 16 November
Event: Project 174 Presents Goldie by MAC Global
Time: 8 PM - 3 AM
Location: P7 Arena, Media One Hotel
Line-Up: Goldie, Motion, Kira, Adam Yeomans, Finlay LeFox
Event: TBC
Location: Terra Solis by Tomorrowland
Time: 20.00 - 03.00
Line-Up: To be announced
Info: Free entry for IMS Dubai delegates, entry before 11.30pm
Event: Adriatique Present X
Location: Ushuaia Dubai Harbour Experience
Time: 18.00 - TBC
Line-Up: Adriatique, Rivo, Yulia Niko
IMS DUBAI NEWLY ANNOUNCED SPEAKERS A-Z:
&Friends (Artist; US)
Adam Smith (UNation; Head of Music; UK)
Adriatique (Artist; Switzerland)
Ahmad Alghawanme (Sony Music Entertainment; Vice President, Revenue & Growth Strategy; Jordan)
Ali El Husseini (Glava Holding; Chief Marketing Officer; Lebanon)
Amira Guetif (Soundscapes; Hybrid Creative Lead; Tunisia)
Caroline Champarnaud (SACEM; Executive Director of International, France)
Charlesy (O Live & O Beach Music; Director; UK)
Cherine Altobaishi (MassiveMusic; Senior Account Manager; Saudi Arabia)
Elie Saba (Addmind; Managing Partner; Lebanon)
Habiba ElSayed (Takwene; Content Marketing Manager; Egypt)
Hanene Ben Smail (Altea Agency, Managing Director; France)
Hassan Alwan (Boogie Box; Founder, Creative Director & DJ; Iraq)
James Craven (Live Nation Middle East; President; UK)
John Saliba (Sekoya / Soho Garden; President & Founder; Lebanon)
Katie Knight (Presenter; UK)
Kazim Rashid (Chief Creative & Brand Officer - RA / Resident Advisor; UK)
Lindi Delight (Spektra; Founder; Canada)
Maria Malasangre (Soundsisters Morocco; Founder & DJ; Brazil)
Maria May (CAA; Head of Electronic; UK)
Mark Lawrence (Global Director, Electronic Music; b:electronic Publishing; UK)
Max Lee (UTA; Agent; UK)
Rawan Dabbas (IFPI; MENA Regional Director; Jordan)
Rishi Patel (Plus Eight Equity Partners; General Partner; US)
Sophia Kerney (HE.SHE.THEY. / The Weird & The Wonderful; Co-Founder; UK)
Steve Hogan (WME; Partner; UK)
Theo Braund (Terra Solis by Tomorrowland; Resort General Manager; UK)
Tito El Kachab (Nacelle; CEO & Founder; Egypt)
William Mullally (The National; Arts & Culture Editor; US)
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