ESNS 2025 Announces New Speakers for annual conference

ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag), the Dutch showcase festival for emerging European music, has revealed an extensive list of speakers for its 2025 conference. Set to take place from January 15–18, 2025, in Groningen, the Netherlands, the event will feature industry leaders from various sectors, focusing on diverse topics shaping the music world. Notable speakers include Kelly Betts (BBC Music Introducing), Alex Bruford (ATC Live), Cindy Castillo (Mad Cool Festival), and Gee Davy (AIM), among many others. The conference will host discussions on current industry challenges, including AI’s impact on music, the future of streaming, sustainability in festivals, and artist activism. ESNS 2025 also introduces a comprehensive lineup of industry representatives from industry players like Spotify, Roskilde Festival, Primavera Sound, and BMG. Keynote sessions will address issues such as dynamic pricing, private equity in music, and the rising costs in live events. See the full list of published speakers at esns.nl