The eagerly awaited debut of Change the Beat in London is rapidly approaching, with the event set to unfold at the iconic fabric on October 15. This global non-profit organization is dedicated to uplifting women and gender-expansive artists within the electronic music sphere. Attendees can expect an action-packed day featuring more than 40 artists, industry leaders, and organizations. The schedule is thoughtfully crafted to include industry panels, networking opportunities, and the compelling Women Who Shaped Electronic Music photo exhibition. The festivities will culminate in a vibrant club event in fabric’s Main Room, stretching from 3:00 PM to 3:00 AM and highlighting the vital themes of accessibility, opportunity, and representation in electronic music.
Change the Beat Brings Industry Panels to fabric
During the daytime segment, Sunita Dhaliwal of The Everyday Agency will host a series of panels aimed at navigating a career in electronic music. The first panel, titled How to Get Booked as a DJ in London, will be moderated by Katie Knight and feature notable figures including Alex Holland from Broadwick Live and Martha Bolton of Not Bad For A Girl. Other contributors to this insightful discussion will include Pete Jordan of Junction 2 / LWE and Steven Braines of HE.SHE.THEY.
In another impactful panel, Sydney Blu will steer the conversation on How to Get Signed to an A-List Dance Label, joined by industry experts such as Andy Henderson of Southern Fried / Knee Deep In Sound and Chris Goss of Hospital Records. Rounding out this discussion will be Miles Shackleton of Toolroom and Daniel Curpen from Anjunadeep.
The final panel, How to Get Representation: Managers & Agents, will be moderated by Finlay Johnson and feature insights from Frances Shillito of Night Department, Kal Jhugroo of CAA, and Shanae Dennis from The Team. Lucy Harrower, representing Frame Artists, will also lend her expertise to this important discussion.
Commenting on the significance of this event, Change the Beat founder Sydney Blu expressed that, “Bringing Change the Beat to fabric is a huge moment for us. We’ve built this event around what we believe artists genuinely need – access to the people shaping the industry, honest conversations about how it works, and real opportunities to build relationships.” This initiative aims to demystify the pathways to success within the electronic music scene.
Networking, Live Opportunities, and a Photo Exhibition
As the day transitions into the evening, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, the Change the Beat industry mixer promises to be a cornerstone of the event, featuring collaborations with AFEM, Pete Tong DJ Academy, Not Bad For A Girl, and Beatport. This mixer not only serves as a chance for artists and industry professionals to connect but also provides emerging DJs from Not Bad For A Girl and Pete Tong DJ Academy with valuable live performance opportunities, showcasing their talent alongside N1NJA.
In parallel, the evening will debut the Women Who Shaped Electronic Music photo exhibition, honoring 18 remarkable artists who have made significant contributions to the genre across generations. Featured artists include legends such as ANNA, Annie Mac, Crystal Waters, DJ Minx, DJ Paulette, DJ Rap, Eli & Fur, Honey Dijon, and Ida Engberg. The exhibition will also celebrate the works of influential figures like Lisa Lashes, Maya Jane Coles, Nicole Moudaber, Sam Divine, Sister Bliss, Smokin Jo, Superjane, and Ultra Naté, emphasizing their pivotal roles in shaping the electronic music landscape.
TSHA, Kitty Amor, and Sydney Blu Lead the Club Night
As the clock strikes 10:00 PM, the energy will soar in fabric’s Main Room with performances from an exciting lineup that includes TSHA, Kitty Amor, Sydney Blu, Emily Nash, and N1NJA. The evening is not solely focused on entertainment; proceeds from the club night will directly support Change the Beat’s international artist development program, which aims to provide essential education, mentorship, and opportunities for women and gender-expansive artists in electronic music.
In its forward-thinking vision, Change the Beat aspires to assist 300 artists in securing label opportunities by 2028. Since its inception in 2021 under the name 23by23, it has blossomed into a vibrant community of over 1,200 members. The organization’s influence spans the UK, US, Canada, and Europe, with alumni successfully releasing music through esteemed labels such as Armada, Drumcode, Anjunadeep, Anjunabeats, Toolroom, and Insomniac Records. Additional noteworthy labels include HE.SHE.THEY, Dirtybird, mau5trap, and REALM, highlighting the burgeoning success of its members.
Change the Beat London Event Details
The full event details for Change the Beat are as follows: It will take place at fabric, 77A Charterhouse Street, London, on Thursday, October 15. The industry panels are set to run from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, followed by the industry mixer and photo exhibition from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The electrifying club night will then take off at 10:00 PM and continue until 3:00 AM.
Throughout the day, Change the Beat aims to forge connections between artists and individuals working in labels, agencies, events, and representation, marking a significant milestone in extending the organization’s impact within the thriving electronic music scene of London.
