Beatport Presents IMS Dubai announces first speakers for 2025 edition
International Music Summit (IMS) has revealed the first speakers for 2025’s Dubai edition.
After a sold-out debut event, International Music Summit (IMS) will return to UAE this winter for the second edition of Beatport Presents IMS Dubai, hosted at Hotel One Central. Taking place on 13th-14th November 2025, the event will feature two days of expert-led panels, keynotes and networking opportunities, plus curated evening programming.
Among those set to speak at this year’s edition are artists Hugel, Nicole Moudaber, Bedouin, Misty and Rolbac, alongside The Beatport Group’s CCO Sofia Ilyas, Meta’s Strategic Partner Manager Samer Jamal, Factory People co-founder and resident DJ Jade, and many more. The summit will also host the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) premiere of the new film from Bicep, TAKKUK. It will be hosted by recent DJ Mag cover star Nooriyah and co-founder Pete Tong.
As part of the announcement Pete Tong shared: “The launch of Beatport Presents IMS Dubai last year showed just how much energy, creativity and ambition exists in our community in the SWANA region. Electronic music here is on an exciting upward trajectory, creatively, culturally, and as an evolving market with exciting opportunities for growth and collaboration.
“I’m thrilled to return and co-host alongside Nooriyah. Beatport Presents IMS Dubai provides the perfect backdrop to bring our values to life while showcasing and celebrating the amazing music and talent emerging from the region.”
IMS Dubai’s second edition will tackle the most pressing issues shaping the global and regional music industry, including AI in music production, diaspora identity, grassroots investment, and much more. It will also mark the launch of the MENA Women in Music mentorship scheme powered by Little Pink Book, which spotlights women in electronic music through events, panels and showcases.
The Finance & Technology Room 2 will additionally host panels on tech, web3, gaming, investment and finance, with a dedicated session on production presented by Beatport Connect. Speakers for this room will be announced in the coming weeks.
Nooriyah shared: “I’m so excited to be joining Beatport Presents IMS Dubai as co-host this year alongside Pete Tong. The SWANA region is one of the most inspiring places in electronic music right now, full of creativity and growth. This summit provides a platform to celebrate incredible artists, amplify the voices of the region, and create meaningful connections that will help shape the future of our culture across SWANA and beyond.”
Highlights from last year’s edition included performances from Deep Dish, Pete Tong and Echonomist, alongside regional artists Cosmicat, Yas Meen Selectress, STRYV and Saliah.
Stay tuned for the full IMS Dubai 2025 program, including artist showcases and evening events. More information and tickets are available here.
