Dialled Industry announce free music conference 22nd Feb – London

Dialled In has announced it’s latest initiative combining a one-day industry conference, residency programme, and comprehensive mentorship scheme to support South Asian talent in the creative industries. The launch event will take place on 22 February 2025 at Big Creative Academy in Walthamstow, representing a significant step forward in empowering the next generation of South Asian talent in the creative sectors. This announcement comes following the launch of their open call for artists to apply for their new artist residency, Resonate. 

Dialled Industry Conference

Date: Saturday, 22 February 2025

Venue: Big Creative Academy, Clifton Avenue, London E17 6HL

Tickets: Free for all (with optional £5 / £10 donation to future Dialled Industry projects).

Dialled Industry specifically targets aspiring creatives aged 18 and over who face challenges breaking into the creative industries, offering practical pathways to success. Additionally, it serves emerging and established South Asian talents seeking to grow their presence in music, art, and culture while celebrating and advancing South Asian creativity on a global stage. The programme also welcomes creative industry professionals—labels, promoters, and curators—interested in discovering and nurturing diverse talent, and fostering meaningful mentorship and collaboration opportunities between established figures and emerging creatives.

Programming Highlights

The initiative launches with a landmark conference featuring workshops, panel discussions, and keynote presentations from industry leaders, including Raji Rags, Pritt, NAINA, Anu, Anita Chibba (founder of Diet Paratha), plus representatives from Pxssy Palace and more.

Key topics include:

• Industry Leadership Panels: Insights into label management, venues, and agencies
• Creative Career Pathways: Tips on partnerships, funding, and artist development
• Professional Development: Exploring sustainability, polymath careers, and hands-on skills
• Technical Training: Artist development workshops

Panels

Moderated by Tara Joshi + Thempress, panels featuring speakers including Anu, Balraj Samrai, Josh De Silva, Lucy Atkinson and more will cover topics such as, 

• 10 Years of Pxssy Palace
• What’s The Reality of Running A Label
• How To Get Into Radio, and more.

Workshops

Facilitated by D-Lish, G33, Hark1karan, India Bharadwaj, Yushy and more, workshops will include,

• Beginner DJ Workshops
• How To Win Funding
• How To Capture Authentic Stories Through Photography
• Intro To Music Production, and more.

Mentorship 

Following the conference, Dialled Industry will launch its mentorship programme later this year, introducing participants to vital behind-the-scenes roles in the creative industries. This structured initiative aims to build sustainable pathways for South Asian talent while fostering cross-cultural innovation and collaboration.

The conference marks a partnership between Waltham Forest Council and Dialled In. Speaking on this, Councillor Rosalind Doré, Cabinet Member for Libraries, Culture and Sports and Leisure at Waltham Forest Council said: “It has been exciting to see how Dialled In has grown as a platform for South Asian creativity since their first festivals right here in Waltham Forest – in Uplands and Lloyd Park. Our shared commitment to empowering the next generation, particularly those who face added barriers, with the skills needed in creative careers is paving the way for a brighter, more inclusive future. The mentoring, insight and collaboration with industry professionals that Dialled Industry will offer are vital in creating more equitable routes into the creative industries.”

About Dialled Industry

Dialled Industry, Dialled In’s latest initiative, fosters equitable opportunities for South Asian creatives in music, art, and culture. Through a powerful combination of mentorship, training, and community-building, the programme advances South Asian artistry within global narratives. It marks a vital step in nurturing and empowering creativity while paving the way for a more inclusive and innovative future in the arts.

Resonate

Resonate, is new a 10-day residency at Migration Studios (March 2025), funded by PRS Foundation and Arts Council England. This opportunity will support emerging South Asian live musicians and producers, providing fully funded studio time and the chance to perform at Dialled In events/showcases. More information is available HERE. Prospective applicants must submit their ideas for the camp via this application form. 

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