First round of panellists named for District 8 Academy

The inaugural District 8 Academy takes place on Friday 18 November at Dublin’s The Sugar Club, and the first round of panellists has just been announced.
The event, which is being held in association with Elevator Program, is aimed at helping young people get a footing within the Irish electronic music and events industry.
Panelists include both Irish and International names, who will be taking part in talks, spotlight interviews and more over the course of the day. They include:
Cailín – Hailing from Waterford, Cailín has earned her reputation as one of Ireland’s leading DJs & producers. A firm fixture on District 8’s biggest line-ups.
Cormac Cashman – The brains and promoter behind Ireland’s biggest LGBTQ+ party, Mother.
Ellen Harney – Promoter and booker with Bodytonic. One of Ireland’s most established event and hospitality groups.
Jim O’Regan – Booking agent at Wasserman Music. Representing some of the biggest names in the game such as Kettama, Ewan McVicar, Honey Dijon and more.
NANCY Live – One of the most exciting live acts in dance music. Championed by the likes of Carl Cox and beyond.
Obskür – Red hot up and coming DJ and production duo who carved their path during the worldwide pandemic.
Sam Sparrow – Leading creative at the number 1 club in the world, Hï and Ushuaia in Ibiza. Formerly of Defected and Ministry of Sound.
Saoirse – One of the most respected DJs & producers in the game. An Irish export with an extremely impressive resumé and passion for a good party.
Tickets are moving fast for this one-day event, to book your place, click here.