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Thursday Oct 23
AI as Creative Partner: Finding Balance in Electronic Music
Hosts: Terry Tyldesley
Panelists: Portrait XO - Michiel Laan
An honest, unfiltered exploration of AI’s role in electronic music. This panel moves beyond the hype to examine how artists are actually working with artificial intelligence. While recognizing AI as a powerful creative tool, the discussion also confronts the real concerns it raises: artistic authenticity, creative ownership, and the value of preserving the human touch.
From producers who have fully embraced AI-driven workflows to artists who use it cautiously, or remain skeptical of its potential, the conversation reveals how the electronic music community is navigating this technological shift with both enthusiasm and critical reflection.
Rights without borders: Navigating music royalties in emerging markets
Hosts: Rufy Ghazi
Panelists: Erik de Roo (BumaStemra), Matthew Dicks (MDL Beast), Babek Arjang Far (ROQ Music Group), Akotchayé Okio (SACEM)
An interactive round table addressing the critical gap in music rights management across MENA and emerging African markets. With electronic music scenes exploding in regions without established collecting societies, artists are losing significant revenue. This session brings together regional voices, established collecting societies, and independent experts to explore practical solutions – from alternative rights management models to cross-border partnerships that actually work.
Friday Oct 24
From Play to Pay: Spotlight on video on demand (VOD) and user generated content
Whilst the spotlight has been largely focused on music in music streaming services, this session aims to illustrate the music author royalty chains from audio-visual general entertainment content, from video on demand platforms such as Netflix, to user generated content such as YouTube. With content now consumed at both national and global levels, we illustrate the market norms, challenges, and opportunities as well as new challenges with micro- sync and licensing.
BumaStemra Cocktail Hour
Hosts: BumaStemra
Special guest: DJ Ilse Dorine
Get ready for the ultimate cocktail experience at ADE 2025! Join us for an evening of perfectly crafted cocktails by the Fabulous Shaker Boys, as we celebrate the heart and soul of electronic music in style. Whether you’re here to network, toast to another year of success, or just enjoy some unforgettable fun, the BumaStemra Cocktail Hour is the event you can’t miss. Expect great company, electrifying energy, and a vibrant atmosphere that captures the essence of ADE.
Fair Play in Dance: How MRT, Venues & DJs Can Unlock Royalties for Producers
Hosts: Rufy Ghazi
Dance events power the global scene. It’s important that producers and songwriters, besides DJs, also get royalties when their music is played. How can technology, venues, DJs, and regulation work together and contribute to this?
Saturday Oct 25
Music Rights on Tour
At some point, every artist faces the challenges of music and law.
Questions like, “Who receives payments from BumaStemra, and what must I do to qualify?” and “Does every artist need to join BumaStemra?” are common. Others wonder, “Do I get money from Sena for live performances?” or “What are the differences and similarities between BumaStemra (Copyright law) and Sena (Neighboring rights law)?” To answer these and many other questions, the Dutch collecting societies present Music Rights on Tour.
Join us during the ADE Lab for a tailored Masterclass. Don’t miss out—be sure to attend our special Music Rights on Tour masterclass at ADE Lab!
Music rights
Discover the advantages of being a BumaStemra member and how we support your music. Explore the benefits of membership and what it means for you by checking out our information here.
Read moreRoyalties
The online music industry is not easy to explain. We want to share our knowledge so you can understand your music rights, because we need each other to maximise your income. Here’s an in-depth guide into the processes and income sources of online music services: from play to pay.
Read moreInnovation
Electronic music is no longer the rebellious underground sound it once was. Today, it’s a global cultural phenomenon and a standard part of the biggest parties and festivals. Although samples and remixes are widely used in this genre, music creators should be paid fairly for their work. That’s where music recognition technology comes in.
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