IMS Ibiza networking. Credits : Facundo Badini
IMS Ibiza, the global thought-leadership platform for electronic music, has unveiled the first details of its 16th edition, scheduled for 24-26th April 2025.
With the theme “Intergenerational Exchange” the summit aims to bridge four decades of electronic music, fostering collaboration between seasoned pioneers and today’s innovators to shape the industry’s future.
IMS Ibiza networking at Mondrian hotel Pool. Credits : Hattie Scanlan
First mentoring one-to-one session program
Mentor Matchmaking: Empowering The Next Generation
will connect the next generation of industry leaders directly with the industry’s most respected figures, including managers, agents, promoters, bookers, and label execs. Young talents aged 27 and under can apply for a ten-minute one-to-one session with their chosen expert to seek advice, share ideas, or discuss their aspirations. One standout mentee will receive ongoing mentorship after the summit.
Returning to the serene Mondrian and Hyde Ibiza hotels in Cala Llonga, the summit promises an intimate and immersive environment for networking, discussions, and exploration. The iconic IMS Dalt Vila closing party will cap off the event, celebrating electronic music against the stunning backdrop of Ibiza’s historic fortress.
IMS Ibiza 2025 poster. Credits : International Music Summit
IMS 2025 First Keynote topics
Four Decades Of Jungle & Drum ‘N’ Bass
This panel traces the genre’s journey from its UK jungle roots to its global impact, celebrating its cultural legacy and community. It examines its evolution between underground and mainstream as IMS looks toward its future.
Market Focus: Spain
Explore Spain’s rich electronic music heritage, global influence, and key role in cultivating future talent. Industry insights highlight opportunities and challenges shaping this vibrant market in a unique keynote.
The Future Of Global Nightlife
As nightlife faces economic, regulatory, and cultural threats, this panel will discusse rebuilding a sustainable ecosystem, emphasizing nightlife’s importance as a cultural connector for future generations.
The Silent Epidemic
As Tinnitus and hearing loss are rising, with untreated issues linked to serious health risks, this keynote will develop the importance of responsible listening, ear protection, and breaking stigma.
Africa Is Not A Country
Diving into Africa’s dynamic electronic music scenes, exploring their diversity, cultural influence, and ethical engagement across deep discussions, guided listening, and genre storytelling.
Shaping The Future Of Dance & Electronic Labels
Discover how artists and labels navigate DIY approaches, short-term licensing, and major distribution challenges, this panel will outline the evolving role of labels in the industry’s future.
Get Played, Get Paid
As the U.S. electronic music market faces disruption in license collection and distribution amid political shifts, this panel will explore fairer live performance revenue systems for the next decade.
IMS Ibiza 2025, a sustainable summit
IMS Ibiza is proud to continue its collaboration with climate action partner EarthPercent to unleash the power of music in service of the planet. 1% of all IMS Ibiza 2024 delegate badge purchases will be donated to the charity. In addition, the levy will be applied to all event sponsors.
Co-founded by Brian Eno, EarthPercent identifies and supports some of the most impactful organisations addressing the climate and biodiversity emergency.
Delegate badges, with concessions for students, under-27s, and sustainable travelers, are now available on the IMS website. IMS Ibiza is inviting people to suggest people to take the stage at IMS Ibiza 2025 by submitting someone via the link here. Stay tuned for more updates on programming and speaker announcements as IMS Ibiza 2025 prepares to inspire the global electronic music community.
Hosted at Mondrian & Hyde Ibiza from 24-26th April 2025, IMS Ibiza delegate badge are now available here.
