23/10

Tech & Startups Mixer Powered by UnitedMasters

Conference

Tech & Startups Mixer Powered by UnitedMasters

Welcome to the Tech & Start-Up Mixer — powered by UnitedMasters. This is where ideas meet energy. From music tech founders to innovators and independent creators, we’re bringing together the people redefining how music moves; sound tracked by a performance from Oliver Cricket. Grab a drink, meet someone new, and build something that could only happen here.

UnitedMasters is the leading music tech platform for independent artists. Through our unique mix of music distribution services, artist marketing solutions, and partnership opportunities with the world's biggest brands, UnitedMasters offers tech-enabled solutions that enable artists to own their futures. We fuel the careers of artists like FloyyMenor, Brent Faiyaz, BigXthaPlug, Tobe Nwigwe, and Anycia — and unlike traditional record labels, UnitedMasters artists retain full ownership of their careers and the master recording rights to their music. We connect over 2M+ independent artists on our platform with global brands like ESPN, Diageo, and Coca-Cola. These connections are powered by our world-class creative talent to propel the commercial success of artists and brands in today’s world.

Conference FAQ

We do not sell ADE Conference only or Day Passes. The only way to get access to the ADE Pro Conference is the ADE Pro Pass.

Tickets for the specialist sessions, such as ADE Lab and ADE Green can be found on the ticket page closer to the date of ADE 2026.

✓ Valid all five days

ADE Pro conference takes place from Wednesday through Saturday, but the ADE Pro Pass benefits go well beyond those four days. The ticket grants access to ADE’s full offering, including all conference programs as well as all ADE Festival and Arts & Culture events* — read on below to get an impression of everything included with your ADE Pro Pass.

✓ Full access to all conference keynotes, panels and locations


ADE Pro is the ultimate business and inspiration gathering for the electronic music industry. The four-day conference returns to live action at our iconic home base Felix Meritis and features dedicated programming at the forefront of our industry. In addition, ADE will also continue to host conference programs dedicated to young creators and aspiring professionals.

✓ Year round access to ADE Pro's networking platform & database


Get a head start on connecting with fellow music professionals and companies with the ADE Pro networking database, available throughout the year. The online networking tool enables you to find and connect with all ADE Pro delegates, showcase your business with a dedicated profile page, plan meetings during ADE and much more. Over 50.000 messages are being sent on the platform yearly, with new professional connections being made on the regular.

✓ Join dedicated networking events and sessions


With over 9.000 music professionals from around the globe gathering in Amsterdam, you’re almost guaranteed to find who you need. An abundance of networking events and opportunities with fellow ADE delegates and industry leaders provides an advantageous base for dealmaking and career advancement.

✓ Access to all official Business Hubs


Whether you’re planning a meeting with fellow delegates, looking for a comfortable spot to work or simply want to hang out between conference events, your ADE Pro Pass grants access to all of ADE’s official Business Hubs.

✓ Access to the complete ADE Festival and Arts & Culture program*


With the entirety of ADE Festival and ADE Arts & Culture accessible with the ADE Pro Pass, your ticket enables you to explore the full spectrum of electronic subgenres in over 200 of Amsterdam’s finest music and nightlife spaces — with 2.500+ artists performing at 1.000+ events during five days and nights.

* Limited capacity at high-demand venues – read more at our FAQ.

✓ Receive the official ADE 2025 Bag


Your ADE Pro Pass comes with the limited edition ADE 2025 Bag, an ADE Pro Pass exclusive included with your ticket.

Our conferences are accessible for all ages in general. Do note that when alcoholic beverages are served, access can be denied.

Related Events

Fair Play in Dance: How MRT, Venues & DJs Can Unlock Royalties for Producers

by BumaStemra | Lindsay Kacimi (BumaStemra), Yuri Dokter (DJ Monitor), Lars Dales (RadioRadio | DJ Dam Swindle), Peter Stevens (Neverending Music), Rufy GhazI

Doing Business in the MENA Region

Celine Hitti (Believe), Edwin Harb (MDLBEAST Records), Georges Bou Saleh (Toka Musik), Nezar Kadhem (Soundscapes), Yasmine Rasool

Creativity in a Polarised World - presented by Emergency Exit

Dušan Kovačević (EXIT), Artur Mendes (Boom) Àgata Tantinya Vidal (La Fura dels Baus)

The Politics of Dancing

Scuba (DJ, Podcaster), Dave Clarke

Meet the Platforms

Eric Skuncke (Music Lead YouTube Northern Europe, YouTube Music), Julie Chavassieux (Strategic Partner Manager, Artist Development, YouTube Music), Adrian Binns (Head of Global Artist Relations, Deezer), Maria Garrido (CMO, Deezer), & more speakers

Meet The Chorus: ADEs Startup Class of 25 Showcase

Just 4 Noise, neural frames, HyperTribe Music, Maintain Altitude, Mozart AI, TRAX, Plates, Atonemo

Drama Club x Zerothree

AVIRA, Deeparture, Ginchy, Hollt, Huminal, Laura van Dam, Leena Punks, Nathassia, P.O.U, Thysma

Sound Without Boundaries: Celebrating Music that Redefines Place and Local Economies

Stacey Hotwaxx Hale (Artist), Mirik Milan (Vibelab), Bianca Iulia Simion (Club Guesthouse), Jeremiah Wolf (Peace Ambassador, Mohawk Nation), Ruth Daniel

Business meeting hub

Gardenroom at Andaz hotel

The Power of Diversification

Simon Shackleton (Artist), Bina Fronda