UK Black Tech is bringing together an incredible & unique opportunity to engage & network with an array of key players from the international music industry. Coming to Bradford the day explores the future of music with the intersection of technology.

Partnering with British Phonographic Industry (trade body for UK recorded music, Brit Awards, Mercury Prize, Official Chart Show), Sony Music, and other industry guests including music/creative funders, you will have direct access to these expert speakers and panellists at this intimate event.

As well as the in-person conference at Bradford University, you can join in the event from anywhere thanks to innovative hybrid event platform CastRooms.

• Keynote The State of Innovation In The Music Industry from Sophie Jones
• Tech demos from three innovators, Saraay, MediMusic and Certifi
• 3 x panels Demystifying the music industry; Innovation, disruption & breakthroughs; The innovator’s journey
• Fireside Chat with BPI Grow Music x Sony Black Founders
• Lunch, afternoon bites and beverages (in venue only!)

• Sophie Jones – Chief Strategy Officer at BPI
• Hari Ashurst-Venn – Senior Director of Digital and New Tech at Sony Music Entertainment
• Radicka Norman – Former Spotify / Growth at BMG
• Professor Helena Daffern – University of York & Co-Director of CoSTAR Live Lab
• Pete Downton – Music & Technology Innovator, former Warner Music VP
• Emma Cooper – Innovate UK, Creative Industries

The day will also showcase innovators and founders who are building new & exciting solutions in the industry, as well as featured live artist music performances. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to get right into the heart of the music industry ecosystem and make some game changing connections!

Livestream starts at 12.30pm.

NEW: This ticket also provides access to the Warm-up Party in partnership with Immersive Arts at the brand new Bradford Live venue from 7.30pm!