Ava Londen Conference Programme announced for St Patricks Day weekend

Returning to London for a third consecutive year of industry defining conferencing and electronic music, AVA announce a full list of leaders and tastemakers scheduled to provide insight at the 2020 event. Featuring talks, panel discussions, interviews, showcases, and networking opportunities at London’s premiere venue - Printworks - AVA fill a glaring niche in the UK’s music industry offering with their 2020 conference.

Affirming the capitol’s position as an international music hub, AVA provide an opportunity for industry, artists and music & visual art enthusiasts and international delegates to come together under one roof, bringing together a host of the world’s leading talent including genre-defining acts such as Orbital, Jayda G and Actress to take part in the event. Also joining the line up as lead partner, streaming platform SoundCloud bring their highly acclaimed Creator Forum to Printworks for a full day of insight and an exclusive musical showcase. Seminal independent label Ninja Tune are also in attendance, celebrating 30 years of releases with a must watch talk at this year’s event among many other highlights.

The AVA conference is free for all to attend (via an online sign up form here) and is dedicated to providing a much needed platform for people breaking into the industry to network and gain insight from those driving electronic music and visual art forward.

SoundCloud are partnering with AVA to bring its SoundCloud Creator Forum to this year’s conference for two days of events on Friday and Saturday, March 13-14, 2020. The SoundCloud Creator Forum is a live event platform designed especially for aspiring and emerging creators with a focus on education, connection and helping artists get discovered.

The event programming includes workshops, networking sessions and panels covering topics such as the impact of technology on DJ culture and authentic brand building to break through in the industry. In addition, SoundCloud will host a discussion focused on mental wellness and developing a self-care toolkit for music professionals and creatives across all industries. All programming reflects SoundCloud's mission to empower creators to take their career to the next level and push music culture forward.

AVA Pass

New for 2020, AVA are providing delegates with an opportunity to get the most out of the London event with AVA

AVA ticket holders gain unprecedented access to the event, with added networking opportunities, exclusive access to a unique soundcloud showcase from a selection of electronic music’s top talent and a subscription to Soundcloud Pro.

Access to AVA Conference Evening Networking Drinks 1 x Complimentary Drink

Access to Soundcloud Creators Forum Artist Showcase with

Jensen Interceptor

Object Blue

Machine Woman (LIVE)

Asquith - Lobster Theremin label boss

3 months Free Soundcloud Pro Unlimited Subscription

Programme Breakdown

30 Years of Ninja Tune

Recapping the label’s origins and early days, Ninja Tune’s bosses want to celebrate the label’s rich past and provide a look forward at what’s to come or the underground’s most exciting imprint. Exploring the label’s growth in recent years, great signings such as Jayda, Bicep, Floating Points, Marie Davidson, Sampa The Great plans for the future.

There will also be a focus on environmentalism & sustainability and what steps labels like Ninja Tune can play in this.

Rounding off discussion, label boss and one half of seminal Coldcut, Matt Black will also speak on some of Ninja’s recent forays into the tech world, with Erika Synths (Zen Delay) and Jamm Pro.

SoundCloud Creators Forum

The Changing Shape of DJ Culture:

Exploring art vs, tech in the ever-evolving DJ space

We invite world-renowned DJs to the table for a fun but informative conversation about their unique approaches to DJing and the changing landscape of technology and DJ culture. We’ll break down the hidden costs of being a DJ, explore what it takes to stand out in a crowded, increasingly democratized space, and discuss whether being a producer and/or label owner is still a prerequisite for a successful DJ career. As we delve into the art of DJing and the impact of technology, we’ll look at new and potentially controversial formats and analyze what DJs are doing to retain an edge in a time of barrier-free entry and online DJ booths.

The Art of Self-Care:

How focusing on your mental health can lead to sustainable success. From avoiding temptation, balancing work and personal life, to providing support to someone else who’s in need – this panel of artists and mental health professionals will share tips on how to find sustainable success through wellness.

They’ll address topics concerning responsibility and recovery, and provide mental health resources that you can take with you into the studio or on the road.

The Breakthrough Artist:

How to make sure your voice is heard above the noise

Jensen Interceptor, Object Blue and Lobster Theremin, founder of Asquith, join us in a discussion about how you can use your authenticity, creativity and unique artistic perspective to stand out in an otherwise crowded music scene. Learn how to engage your audience, build your industry knowledge and ultimately drive your music project forward without having to compromise your artistry. Additionally, you’ll hear from influential media and press as they offer up advice on how to put your best foot forward and make an impact.

SoundCloud Music Showcase

6pm Onwards (AVA tickets holders only)

The forum wraps with a DJ showcase, featuring Object Blue, Jensen Interceptor, Lobster Theremin label founder, Asquith, Machine Woman and more special guests to be announced.

Mustard Media

Panel discussion about the power of brand in the festival world, how it makes people really care, how building brand is stronger than short term marketing, festival brands compared to artist brands, how brand translates internationally.

Abbey Road Mixing Mastering Masterclass

Led by an Abbey Road engineer, who will reveal an inside look at the tips, tricks, and secrets to all the different facets of recording and mixing.

Daniel Miller - RA Live Exchange

Seminal producer, DJ, Mute Records label boss and all around music industry legend Daniel Miller will sit down with Resident Advisor for a very special live edition of their Exchange series. Since their launch, the series has become a benchmark for artists, promoters, and industry insiders alike, providing an insight into the very workings of the music industry rarely seen by the wider public.

Sentric Electronic x Beatport: Maximising Publishing Income For Producers

Sentric Electronic and Beatport team up to discuss broken royalty collections in Electronic Music Publishing. The conversation will open up a discussion about their new joint offering and how they are working with labels and artists. Tackling the current issues and what is next for publishing in the electronic music community