The Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) Lab, a renowned platform dedicated to education and talent development for up-and-coming music producers and professionals, has officially announced the first highlights for this year’s gathering. From October 19th to 22nd, the event boasts an impressive roster of esteemed artists and producers, including DVS1, Mama Snake, Reinier Zonneveld, Héctor Oaks & Van Anh, Darude, and others. These industry veterans will offer insights, workshops, and guidance to help newcomers elevate their careers.
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This year’s ADE Lab offers more than just names; it’s about interactive and engaging experiences. Attendees can partake in various event-wide courses, from Production and Artist courses to Professional and Mixed Media courses. As a perk, those completing a course will be awarded a discount on the ADE Pro Pass for the subsequent year. It’s an unprecedented chance for learning, networking and delving into the multifaceted world of electronic music.
Among the first program highlights, attendees can expect an insightful interview with techno titan DVS1, known as the RA Exchange Live, curated by Resident Advisor. Participants will also have the opportunity to explore the Art of Vinyl DJing with Héctor Oaks and Van Anh, or plunge into the mechanics of curating a DJ set with psychedelic pioneer Mama Snake. A special Filth on Acid Demo Drop with Reinier Zonneveld has also been planned.
In an era where diversity and inclusivity are paramount, ADE Lab is not lagging. Femme Bass Mafia will host a DJ mentoring program for femme, trans, and non-binary individuals. Parallelle, a multi-instrumentalist duo, joins the event with their special edition ‘A Day In…’ format. The focus on a broad spectrum of talents and experiences sets ADE Lab apart as a forerunner in shaping the future of the music industry.
But ADE Lab isn’t just about music and mentorship; it’s also a showcase for cutting-edge technology. Visitors will be able to test the latest gear and creative technologies, thanks to collaborations with leading brands in electronic music, such as Ableton, AIAIAI Audio, Allen & Heath, Deepgrooves, and Roland, in uniquely designed gear test areas and studios.
As the world’s largest and most influential club-based festival and conference for electronic music, ADE continues to foster innovation, talent, and growth in the electronic music landscape. This year’s ADE Lab only solidifies its position as a beacon for those aspiring to enter this pulsating, ever-evolving industry. All are invited to become a part of this global phenomenon where education meets inspiration and electronic music gathers.
Will Vance is a professional music producer who has been involved in the industry for the better part of a decade and has been the managing editor at Magnetic Magazine since mid-2022. In that time period, he has published thousands of articles on music production, industry think pieces and educational articles about the music industry. Over the last decade as a professional music producer, Will Vance has also ran multiple successful and highly respected record labels in the industry, including Where The Heart Is Records as well as having launched a new label with a focus on community through Magnetic Magazine. When not running these labels or producing his own music, Vance is likely writing for other top industry sites like Waves or the Hyperbits Masterclass or working on his upcoming book on mindfulness in music production. On the rare chance he's not thinking about music production, he's probably running a game of Dungeons and Dragons with his friends which he has been the dungeon master for for many years.
