THE FUTURE IS SOUND LONDON

7th-9th NOVEMBER 2025

ONE CITY. ONE FREQUENCY

LONDON’S MOST UNIQUE MUSIC AND CULTURE EVENT SERIES RETURNS THIS AUTUMN. RUNNING DURING NOVEMBER, THIS EXPANDED SIXTH EDITION UNFOLDS AS A MULTI-DAY CULTURAL SUMMIT — EXPLORING HOW SOUND AND MUSIC SHAPE PEOPLE, PLACES, AND THE PLANET. BRINGING TOGETHER VISIONARIES FROM MUSIC, CULTURE, SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ART, AND WELLNESS TO REIMAGINE WHAT MUSIC CAN BE — LIVE FROM THE HEART OF LONDON.

FRIDAY 7th NOVEMBER 2025

001 // THE INNER FUTURE :: Music as medicine // morning sessions

→ The Inner Future explores how sound transforms us from within — through voice, vibration, immersive technology, and expanded states of awareness.

:: FRIDAY 7th NOVEMBER 10:00 - 13:00 :: THE BARBICAN CENTRE LONDON

002 // THE OUTER FUTURE :: Music as a catalyst for reimagining the future // afternoon sessions

→ The Outer Future explores how sound shapes the world around us — from nightlife, festivals, sonic policy, nature, the planet, immersive experiences, and the future of London’s culture.

:: FRIDAY 7th NOVEMBER 14:00 - 17:00 :: THE BARBICAN CENTRE LONDON

003 // THE GATHERING

→ Only those who say yes to the future are invited.

:: FRIDAY 7th NOVEMBER 20:00-23:00 :: SECRET LOCATION FOR DAYTIME TICKETHOLDERS ONLY

SUNDAY 9th NOVEMBER

004 // ENTER THE AMPHITHEATRE

→ We return to the EartH Theatre to bring London a future-facing experience. FULL DETAILS ANNOUNCED SOON.

:: SUNDAY 9th NOVEMBER 18:30-22:30 :: EARTH THEATRE LONDON

FIRST RELEASE VERY LIMITED AVAILABILTY

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:: 2025 EDITION TOPICS

ALTERED STATES THROUGH MUSIC :: IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES :: RITUAL OVER SPECTACLE - WHEN PERFORMANCE BECOMES PORTAL :: AI & THE FUTURE OF MUSIC :: SPATIAL SOUND & NEW TECHNOLOGY :: ONE CITY, ONE FREQUENCY - LONDON’S CULTURE HAS ALWAYS SHAPESHIFTED THROUGH SOUND - BUT WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? :: THE STAGE BELONGS TO THE EARTH :: SONIC MEDICINE - WHERE NEXT? :: THE SOUND OF THE FUTURE :: POWER OF THE HUMAN VOICE + MORE TO BE CONFIRMED..

:: WHY ATTEND?

THE FUTURE IS SOUND offers a rare chance to immerse yourself in the ideas, experiences, and people shaping the future of music and culture. You’ll hear from visionary voices, discover groundbreaking performances, and connect with a community of thinkers and makers from around the world. Whether you’re here to learn, collaborate, or lead — this is where the future unfolds..

:: AUDIENCE

Our community is cross-disciplinary, future-facing, and united by a belief in music as a force for transformation. From groundbreaking artists and producers to technologists, curators, founders, and cultural explorers — attendees come not just to connect, but to co-create the future. This is more than a summit. It’s a movement — and everyone here plays a part.

:: PARTNERS & SPONSORS

We collaborate with a range of partners and sponsors to bring THE FUTURE IS SOUND to life — from pioneering brands and organisations to mission-aligned innovators in music, tech, wellness, and the arts.
As a partner, you’re invited to co-create meaningful moments, support talent development, and connect with a new generation of influential, purpose-led audiences.
Whether you're activating a space, curating content, or investing in the future of music — this is an invitation to shape what’s next.

WANT TO BRING YOUR BRAND TO THE FUTURE IS SOUND OR CURATE A STANDOUT TALK, PANEL OR LIVE EXPERIENCE? FILL OUT THIS FORM WITH YOUR DETAILS.