Room: Downstairs @ The MAC

Moderator: 

Danny Carroll (IMRO)

Speakers:

Sarah McBriar (AVA Festival / UP! Productions)

Adam O’Brien (Event Consultant)

Shauna Watson (We've Only Just Begun / The Orchard)

Shane Dunne (MCD)

Dive into the heart of Ireland’s vibrant music festival industry with this insightful panel discussion, where top festival organisers, artists, and industry experts will explore the future of music festivals across the country. As Ireland continues to be a beacon for music lovers, this panel will address how festivals can innovate and adapt to the rapidly changing landscape, from embracing new technologies to ensuring diverse and inclusive line-ups.

Attendees will gain a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing festival organisers, including how to attract both local and international audiences, leverage Ireland’s unique cultural assets, and navigate the post-pandemic recovery. Additionally, aspiring artists will learn about the application and selection process for festival line-ups, gaining valuable tips on how to stand out to bookers.

Whether you’re involved in the music industry, a festival-goer, or an artist seeking opportunities, this panel offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for anyone interested in the future of Ireland’s music festivals. Join us and be part of the conversation shaping the next generation of festival experiences in Ireland!

Room: Upstairs @ The MAC

Moderator: Tom Brumpton (Polymath PR - Confess, Jesse Leach, Morgan Heritage)

Speakers:

Jess Murray (Hot Press - The Prodigy, The Pretty Reckless, UB40)

Sheena Madden (Amplify Agency - Gemma Hayes, Maria Kelly, Mary Coughlan)

Eve-Christine Adolph (Hey Eve)

Room: The Works, Fourth Floor

Speakers: 

Gill Dooley (AIM Ireland)

Jack Clothier (Alcopop Records)

Brian Scally (Paragon Records) 

Timmy Stewart (DJ / The Night Institute)

Room: The Hub, Fourth Floor

Moderator: Joe Hastings (Music Support - CEO)

Speakers:

Eoghan O'Hagan (Music Support - Family Support Manager)

Winnie Ama (Artist)

Leo Miyagee (Artist)

Music Support, the charity that helps anyone who works in UK music and live events experiencing challenges surrounding substance use and/or mental health invites you to join us for an open and honest discussion with experts from the worlds of music and mental health on navigating the highs and lows of the industry and the services we offer to empower individuals to look after the wellbeing of their peers (and themselves in the process). 

Room: The Factory, Sixth Floor

Moderator:

Aine Cronin-McCartney

Speakers: 

Emily Pilbeam (BBC Radio 6 Music / BBC Introducing)

Dexter Batson (Little Wonder PR, Spotify, BBC)

Oli Dutton (Obscene Strategies)

Gemma Bradley (Artist, BBC Introducing)

Room: Oh Yeah

(introduced by Stuart Fleming)

Moderator: Maeve Mulholland

Speakers: George Strezov (Composer, Conductor and Orchestrator - ‘The Tree of Life’, ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’, ‘The Witcher’)