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ADE Has Begun: Party, Network, and Get Paid
ADE has arrived in Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is almost here, the world’s leading gathering for electronic music, industry networking, and inspiration. Every October, artists, producers, and key music professionals from all over the globe descend on Amsterdam to connect, learn, and shape the future of dance music.
If you’re an artist or producer, ADE isn’t just about parties, it's also a rare opportunity to deepen your understanding of how royalties work, no matter where your tracks are played: clubs, festivals, radio, streaming, and beyond. Industry experts, organizations, and fellow creators will be sharing insights into everything from metadata to global royalty collection, so you can make sure you’re getting paid every time your music moves the crowd.
Whether you’re looking to expand your network, learn the latest about rights management, or simply want to make your music career more sustainable, ADE is packed with sessions and panels that could transform your approach (and your income). Don’t miss this week to take control of your catalog and tap into global revenue streams.
🎧 Top 3 Events About Royalties
1. From Play to Pay: Your Music Used Online
📅 Date: Wed 22 Oct, 14:15–15:00
📍 Venue: The Auditory, Polonceaukade 23, Amsterdam
🔗 Event link
Learn how your music earns royalties beyond streaming, think TV, films, and social media, and how to make sure your name is on every play.
2. SALT Studio Session: Make Music, Make Money
📅 Date: Thu 23 Oct, 14:30–15:30
📍 Venue: Pulitzer Amsterdam, Keizersgracht 224
🔗 Event link
Get hands-on insights into capturing metadata in the studio, managing rights, and building systems to ensure you get paid correctly.
3. Fair Play in Dance: How Venues & DJs Can Unlock Royalties for Producers
📅 Date: During ADE (check schedule)
📍 Venue: Felix Meritis
🔗 Event link
A panel exploring how DJs, clubs, and event organizers can help producers and songwriters earn fair royalties from live performances.
💡 Why It Matters
Royalties are the backbone of sustainable music careers. ADE brings together rights experts, platforms, and creators to help you turn plays into paychecks. Mark these sessions in your calendar, they could make a real difference in your music income.
