ADE Lab: Where DJs School the Newbies in Disco Wisdom!

ADE Lab 2024 speaker lineup featuring top DJs and mental health sessions

Attention all electronic music fans! ADE Lab has announced its first batch of speakers for the action-packed four-day event scheduled from October 16 to 19, 2024. This program promises a mix of established and rising stars in the electronic music scene, offering valuable insights to budding talents and seasoned pros.

Headliners That Will Move You

Headliners include Narciss, Indira Paganotto, Joseph Capriati, DJ MELL G, MARRØN, and Freddy K. It promises to be hotter than your favorite festival sunset!

“This is where you can meet your favorite DJs without having to chase them through a crowd!”

Keeping Your Head in the Game

One of the most exciting sessions is “Staying Grounded as a Touring DJ” with DJ MELL G, who will discuss the importance of mental health in the electrifying world of electronic music. Who knew that DJs need to keep their cool while stirring up dance floors?

  • Highlight 1: Freddy K will lead a chat on the resurgence of vinyl, sharing his passion for this timeless format—it's as classic as a remix from the late ’90s.
  • Highlight 2: MARRØN, a local from Amsterdam and founder of the Eerste Communie event series, will talk about how his roots have shaped his music career in the panel “Curating Culture.” Think of a DJ serving takeout while spinning beats!
  • Highlight 3: And the legendary Mama Snake is back with a special masterclass. Who knows, she might spill the secrets to her endless energy!

For the Love of the Creative Process

Adding to the excitement, techno producer Indira Paganotto and hitmaker Joseph Capriati will take part in an intimate discussion led by techno icon Dave Clarke. The pair will provide an exclusive glimpse into their creative process behind the collaborative EP “Mantra.” Don’t forget your notebook because it could become a gospel of music production!

In summary, the ADE Lab program is shaping up to be a rich experience for anyone looking to break into the music industry, with more announcements and sessions yet to come. Full details are available on the Amsterdam Dance Event’s official website. ADE remains the world’s largest electronic music festival and conference, drawing thousands of visitors from over 150 countries to its five-day celebration in Amsterdam!