In an era where digital platforms dominate the music industry, maintaining authenticity while achieving success is a challenge faced by not just artists but also producers, promoters, DJs, venues, and industry professionals. This panel will explore how all stakeholders in the music ecosystem can thrive in a landscape driven by streaming metrics, social media visibility, and global trends. We’ll discuss the effect of lasting digital footprints on the spontaneity of music, the role of local sounds in shaping global music trends, and the pressure of public statistics like views, streams, and followers. The conversation will provide strategies for industry professionals to foster authentic musical experiences, leverage data without compromising creativity, and support artists in a way that benefits the entire music community. This session aims to equip all participants with the tools to navigate the complexities of the modern music industry while preserving the essence of what makes music powerful and unifying.

Hosted by:

Cold Flame Productions & Run It

Speakers:

Amelia Poamz

Kayzee

Born in Nigeria, he was deeply influenced by the rich sounds of highlife, Fuji, soul, R&B, and hip hop, which sparked his lifelong passion for music. Moving to the UK in his late teens, he honed his craft in school music rooms, discovering his love for production. In 2022, he began working with Stefflon Don, producing multiple tracks, including the infamous diss tracks ‘Dead Gyal Walking’, ‘Dead Gyal and landed several placements on her debut album ‘Island 54′. Simultaneously, he toured with Stefflon Don DJ as a band member, performing on stages around the world.

SK Vibemaker

Pharell once told me anything imaginable is possible”…
Hailing from North London, SK has come through the stages, from Mcing in school/bedroom sets to pirate radio & commercial radio (BBC 1xtra & Kiss FM), putting on club events, hosting, becoming a respected mixtape DJ, documenting UK music culture, having a renowned podcast, DJing around the world & also DJing for artists including Wretch 32, Giggs & Frisco. SK was part of the Rinse FM stable awarded an FM licence in 2010 & remains doing a weekly show & has also conducted nearly a 1000 interviews ranging from everyone from J Cole, Glorilla, Busta Rhymes & Dame Dash to Stormzy, Dave, Little Simz & Dizzee Rascal.

Tayylor Made

TAYYLOR MADE is an artist, DJ, engineer, and music producer from Washington, D.C., now based in London. She has worked with major artists like Digga D, Fred Again, RAYE, Kano, Toddla T, The Fanatix, Yxng Bane, Kamille, and MNEK, and has performed at top events like Boiler Room, Wireless, Lovebox, and Fabric just to name a few. TAYYLOR MADE has also collaborated with brands such as BBC 1xtra, Brit Awards, Ministry of Sound, Nike, Red Bull, Rinse FM, Vevo, and more. With the recent opening of her new music studio, TAYYLOR MADE STUDIOS, Tayylor is a leader and tastemaker in the music industry helping artists at all levels by providing key music services in addition to music education and mentoring.

Moderator:

Ri Lewis

Ri Lewis, a London-born music dynamo, and entrepreneur. A classically trained pianist turned producer and manager, she’s worked with top brands like Red Bull and The Hard Rock Cafe. Rianne elevates and nutures undiscovered talent with world-class production. Supported by Youth Music, she’s rocked audiences nationwide with events in Birmingham and Manchester and even staged her first international event in Italy. Now, her in-partnership monthly events at Boxpark continue to push boundaries, and with her brand RUN IT and Cold Flame Productions where she’s mentored 300+ musicians, producing over 35 events with more than 1,000 attendees. Rianne was nominated for Youth Music’s Rising Star Industry award in 2023. Recognised for her unique vision and unstoppable passion, Ri Lewis is reshaping the music industry, one beat at a time