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First glimpse of ADE Pro 2025: exclusive insights of Chris Liebing and Skepta among others

20 March 2025

With the new year in full swing, we have also officially set off on the road to ADE 2025, and of course ADE Pro 2025. The first big names have been confirmed for the ADE Pro program. Techno icon Chris Liebing will share his knowledge and experience, and grime pioneer and all-round UK legend Skepta will make an appearance, together with the team behind his house label Más Tiempo. Get a first glimpse of the ADE Pro 2025 program here. And secure your ADE Pro Pass for an Early Bird rate.

ADE Pro 2025

As always, the ADE Pro 2025 program features an in-depth exploration of cultural and business insights from the fastest growing music markets worldwide. Here are this year’s pioneers sharing their insights:

Chris Liebing

Techno legend Chris Liebing will host an exclusive masterclass on production and remixing. A groundbreaking force in the electronic scene, he has shaped the sound of techno for decades and inspired generations of artists. Now you get the chance to learn from the label boss, podcast curator, DJ, and producer.

Skepta and Más Tiempo

Skepta and the team at Más Tiempo will bring their vision to the conference. A great advocate of house music, Skepta has always underlined its influence, famously saying:

“If you like music, you like house. You just haven’t realized it yet.”

Más Tiempo creates a new space where underground sounds and global dance culture come together.

Cristiana Votta

Cristiana Votta, manager of Black Coffee, dives into the transformation of her field of artist management. With over ten years of experience, she is committed to the next generation and advocates for more opportunities for women and underrepresented groups in the industry. During ADE Pro, she shares the rise of Black Coffee as a case study: how do you build a strong global brand without losing your artistic and business independence?

ADE Pro Matchmaking & Meetup Sessions

During the ADE Pro Matchmaking & Meetup Sessions, you’ll cross borders. Different regions from around the world where people live and breathe electronic music come to Amsterdam to share cultural and business insights.

Discover how to enter Brazil’s explosive electronic music scene, which consists of immense cultural movements, passionate audiences, and a rapidly growing festival and artist market.

Make new business connections with the leaders shaping subculture, major festivals, and thriving artist residency programs in the rapidly growing MENA (Middle East and North Africa) electronic scene.

Gain insight into the rhythmic innovations and rapidly evolving music markets from influential figures from the many regions of Sub-Saharan Africa (Nigeria, South Africa, and more) and experience the powerful cultural movements that are shaping the music scene.