International Live Music Conference (ILMC)

Ahoy! The 37th edition of ILMC docks at London's Royal Lancaster Hotel from 25-28 February 2025. 🚢 ILMC 37 voyagers will explore ‘current’ affairs, plumb the depths of the business, and chart the new waves of headliners, as we navigate the ever-changing seas of the live music industry. With 1,500 of the world’s leading live music professionals heading to London, it’s going to be a voyage to remember. 🌊 Ready to set sail? Full voyage details are live! https://37.ilmc.com/

🗣️ Are you a young professional looking to embark on your first #ILMC? Ahoy, the Alia Dann Swift Bursary Scheme is calling your name. Supported by ASM Global, the bursary offers a complimentary conference pass and mentoring opportunities to 30 young professionals for #ILMC37, intended to provide a route for up-and-coming music professionals to attend ILMC for the very first time. A delegate pass includes access to every day of programming, including Friday's ILMC Futures Forum. ⛵ Places in the new crew will be allocated through two more rounds, ending on 3 January, and 7 February. Information and applications: 37.ilmc.com/bursary

The second round of the International Live Music Conference (ILMC)'s Alia Dann Swift Bursary Scheme, supported by ASM Global, will close for applications on 3 January.

➡️ On Thursday, 27 February, #ILMC37 will dive into one of the fastest-growing live music markets. Middle East Live will feature two expert-led panels in which we explore venue development, regional touring, cultural growth, and festivals across the territory. The session concludes with a networking lunch and unparalleled opportunities to connect with key MEL sponsors, promoters, and delegates. This venture is supported by Oak View Group Middle East. More information about the breakout session: 37.ilmc.com/nikos

🫧 ILMC's annual celebration – The Sub-aquatic Gala Dinner & Arthur Awards – will see 450 of the live music industry’s top voyagers and industry captains descend into the big blue in our yellow submarine to spend an enchanted night beneath the sea, all thanks for our friends at ASM Global. During the underwater adventure, the 2025 Arthur Award winners will be crowned — and you can make dreams come true by voting today: 37.ilmc.com/gala-dinner

🧭 ILMC Futures Forum will return for its fifth edition on Friday, 28 February 2025. The final day of #ILMC37 is a full day of conference and debate about the evolution of the business with an additional delegation of young and emerging live music execs. The conference agenda is now live and includes discussions on tour marketing, festival booking, alternative revenue streams and much more. Each year, forward-thinking companies send a delegation of young professionals to the event, with team discounts available. More info: 37.ilmc.com/futures-forum

The International Live Music Conference (ILMC) has unveiled its largest-ever programme for the 37th edition... #ilmc37 #ilmc #musicbusiness #conference

#ILMC37 returns to London's Royal Lancaster Hotel from 25-28 February 2025, and here's how things are shaping up 🚢 🛟 Programming kicks off on Wednesday, headlined by Superstruct Entertainment's James Barton in The Hot Seat. 🧭 Touring Entertainment LIVE returns for its second edition on Wednesday, with ILMC delegates invited to attend the dedicated one-day event. Single-day TEL passes are also available. 🗺️ Thursday's blockbuster bill is stacked with everything from sustainability, wellness, the Middle East, and visas. ☀️ ILMC closes with a day dedicated to the future of the industry, ILMC Futures Forum, on Friday. Single-day passes for emerging leaders are also available. Full schedule details and the first boatload of moderators are now live: 37.ilmc.com/whats-on

#ILMC37 transforms into Futures Forum for its final day on Friday, 28 February, and invites emerging leaders to join in on the action. Day passes (and team discounts) for ILMC Futures Forum are available for early-career professionals to join for the concluding day of ILMC programming. futuresforum.live

One night, six venues, 20+ future headliners: Soho Calling is set for 26 February 2025 ☎️ The third edition of London Calling – now rebranded as Soho Calling – will take place honouring this legendary district, bringing over 20 exciting emerging artists to six of Soho’s iconic stages: The 100 Club, 21Soho, The Lower Third (presented by DIY Magazine), Phoenix Arts Club, The Social, and The Forge. A limited number of Early Bird All Access wristbands are on sale now for £25 (+ fees), offering entry to all 6 of Soho Calling’s venues. Tickets & more info: sohocalling.com 🎟️ ILMC delegates get free priority access to all shows using their wristband. #ilmc37 #sohocalling