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5 February 2025 11:56 AM

Manchester’s dBs Institute announces 2025 Industry Week programme

By Rolling Stone UK

Manchester's dBs Institute will kick off its Industry Week later this month

Manchester’s dBs Institute of Sound & Digital Technologies has announced the programme for the 2025 edition of ‘Industry Week’; a full week-long programme of workshops, talks and networking events from across the industry later this month.

Students at the institute’s Manchester campus can take advantage of the programme from 10th – 15th February, when it opens its doors to some of the most influential and inspiring names in its local industry.

There’s also set to be a full programme of workshops, talks, Q&As and networking events geared towards introducing its students to the full range of the music and sound industries. 

The programme will begin on Monday, February 10 with a workshop from MC OneDa, who will host a workshop on the writing and production behind her debut album Formula OneDa in the dBs Live Room, before joining fellow Manchester artists Akemi Foxx and J Chambers for the ‘Beyond Beats and Bars’ panel.

Other highlights include Jeremy Pritchard of Manchester art-rock band Everything Everything delivering an ‘In Conversation’ session and Q&A, which will be open to the public, followed by networking and drinks.

Speaking about Industry Week, Pritchard said: “dBs Institute Manchester has established itself as a hub for creativity and innovation, and I’m absolutely delighted to be invited to take part in an ‘In Conversation’ during their Industry Week. It’s always inspiring to engage with the next generation of artists and creators, and I look forward to sharing insights, ideas, and conversations with such a dynamic community.”

BBC 6Music’s Chris Hawkins will also record a live podcast, ‘How To DJ’, at dBs, while a live A&R feedback and advice session with Luke Burrowes of Bigger Picture Entertainment will offer students the opportunity to get valuable feedback on their work.

Further essential industry insights include a panel on marketing, branding and PR with Manchester artist Phoebe Green, Katherine Cantwell (Heavenly Recordings) and Beth Parnell (Bandwagon Press), and a panel discussion on Brand Immersion in Games, with Segio Pimentel (Ninja Tune), Scott Fair (Woodwork Music) and Matt Ombler (Games podcaster).

“I am incredibly proud to announce Industry Week at dBs Institute Manchester,” says Damian Morgan of dBs Institute. “As Industry & Employability Lead [North], it’s inspiring to see the exceptional line-up of distinguished guests and dynamic workshops that highlight the outstanding reputation of our Manchester campus within the city’s vibrant creative community. This week celebrates the remarkable creativity, dedication, and talent of our students and staff, and I am genuinely excited to see the connections, inspiration, and opportunities it will generate.”