INTERNATIONAL MUSIC SUMMIT - May 27-29
The first line-up of artists and industry panellists for the second International Music Summit was announced this week. Returning to the dance capital of the world, Ibiza, the essential high-profile music gathering takes place May 27-29 at the island´s luxurious new five-star Gran Hotel. After the success of 2008´s inaugural event, IMS has swiftly eclipsed other music conferences to establish itself as the single most important destination for the global dance industry, artists and executives, to do business.
The keynote interview will be with pioneering techno artist Richie Hawtin, who will take part in an hour long discussion with IMS content curator Ben Turner. Hawtin, a global ambassador for underground music, has been at the top of his game for over 15 years, with his Berlin based M-nus record label is at the forefront of the futuristic underground sound, and he remains one of the most-in demand DJs in the world and hugely revered by both his peers and club goers alike.
Hawtin states: "I heard great reports about the first IMS, and as this is a critical time for the industry and the world at large, this intimate gathering feels more important now than ever before. I am excited to share my experiences and vision for the future with the leaders of the genre."
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