India’s biggest music industry meet-up is back and it’s making a statement. All About Music (AAM), the country’s flagship B2B conference for music professionals, is returning for its 9th edition from 20–22 August 2025 at the Grand Hyatt Mumbai. The theme this year, “Momentum – Turning Moments into Movements”, taps into a critical question: how do we turn today’s creative breakthroughs into long-lasting impact?
Capturing a Pivotal Moment for India’s Music Industry
The Indian music ecosystem is in the midst of a transformation. Regional sounds are breaking into mainstream playlists, streaming platforms are taking artists global, and collaborations between brands and musicians are becoming more ambitious. AAM 2025 is set to spotlight these shifts bringing policymakers, label executives, tech innovators, and artists together under one roof.
“The Indian music industry is standing at a crossroads where attention can be turned into real impact,” says Paul Pacifico, a veteran industry leader speaking at the event. “This conference is about making that leap.”
What’s New in 2025
One of the most anticipated additions is ‘Pitch to Investors’, a platform for early-stage startups working at the intersection of music, technology, and culture. Selected founders will present their ideas to heavyweight investors including Apurva Chamaria (best-selling author and angel investor), Karan Grover (Senior Director, IMEA – Commercial Partnerships at Dolby Labs), and Tarun Bhargava (Founder & Managing Partner at TalentGen; General Partner at AC Ventures).
The initiative aims to unlock funding, mentorship, and strategic partnerships for businesses shaping the future of music. In the words of Karan Grover, “Innovation in music is about more than just sound it’s about the ecosystem that supports creators.”
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A Stellar Line-Up of Voices
This year’s speaker roster bridges genres, generations, and geographies. Attendees can expect insights from:
- Shreya Ghoshal, celebrated playback singer
- Javed Akhtar, iconic lyricist and poet
- Adnan Sami, singer and composer
- Sid Sriram, multilingual singer-songwriter
- Sushin Shyam, Malayalam cinema composer
- Salim Merchant, Bollywood music director
Industry veterans like Nikhil Chinapa, Cyrus Chen (TuneCore), Andrew Gould (Roc Nation), and Victoria Oakley (IFPI) will also share the stage. Rising indie talents Reble and KAVYA will make their AAM debut, reflecting the conference’s commitment to fostering the next generation of Indian music.
Why AAM Remains the Industry’s Anchor Event
For artists, executives, and entrepreneurs, All About Music isn’t just another conference it’s a marketplace of ideas and a launchpad for collaborations. From expert-led discussions on AI’s role in music creation to deep dives into policy reform, every session is designed to move the industry forward.
As Victoria Oakley of IFPI puts it, “Momentum isn’t just about speed it’s about direction. This is where we decide where Indian music is headed next.”
Final Note
The Indian music industry is no longer playing catch-up. It’s setting the pace. With AAM 2025 focusing on turning moments into movements, the conversations in Mumbai this August could shape the sound of the next decade.
Tickets are available on District for a limited time.
Follow All About Music’s channel for updates on the lineup and programming.
