Last year, all eyes turned to Dubai as the city played host to the International Music Summit (IMS) for the very first time. The global gathering brought together leading voices from across the electronic music industry for a few days of non-stop panels, parties, and late-night conversations about where the scene is headed next. Fast-forward a year, and the summit’s already lining up for round two.
Slated for Nov. 13–14, this year’s edition will be co-hosted by legendary BBC Radio 1 broadcaster Pete Tong and Saudi-born, UK-based DJ, producer, and presenter Nooriyah. Talks will range from AI in music production and diaspora identity to grassroots investment, homegrown festivals, the “habibification” of house, and how music intersects with fashion.
“The launch of Beatport Presents IMS Dubai last year showed just how much energy, creativity, and ambition exists in our community in the SWANA region. Electronic music here is on an exciting upward trajectory, creatively, culturally, and as an evolving market with exciting opportunities for growth and collaboration. I’m thrilled to return and co-host alongside Nooriyah. Beatport Presents IMS Dubai provides the perfect backdrop to bring our values to life while showcasing and celebrating the amazing music and talent emerging from the region,” co-founder Peter Tong said in a press release.
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“I’m so excited to be joining Beatport Presents IMS Dubai as co-host this year alongside Pete Tong. The SWANA region is one of the most inspiring places in electronic music right now, full of creativity and growth. This summit provides a platform to celebrate incredible artists, amplify the voices of the region, and create meaningful connections that will help shape the future of our culture across SWANA and beyond,” Nooriyah added.
Speakers this year include Lebanese-British techno powerhouse Nicole Moudaber; Bedouin, the duo of Jordanian Tamer Malki and Egyptian-American Rami Abousab; Egypt’s house maestro Misty; Lebanese heavyweight Rolbac; and Elie Saba, managing partner at ADDMIND.
This year also marks the launch of the MENA Women in Music mentorship scheme powered by Little Pink Book, a platform dedicated to spotlighting female talent through events, panels, and showcases.
Learn more about IMS’s second edition here.
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