SO:Electronic

SO:Electronic was a weekend of electronic music, DJ workshops and talent development, celebrating Southampton’s electronic music scene while creating opportunities for the next generation of DJs, musicians and creatives.

Delivered in March 2024 in partnership with Orange Rooms, Engine Rooms and SoCo Music Project, the programme brought together established names with emerging Southampton talent across two club nights spanning drum & bass, house and techno.

The line-up included leading DJs with strong connections to Southampton, including Alan Fitzpatrick and James Zabiela, alongside Friction, Harriet Jaxxon and Voltage and a wide range of emerging and local artists. The two nights provided a major platform for new talent to perform alongside established artists and connected Southampton’s current electronic music scene with its wider musical story.

Alongside the live events, free DJ workshops at Orange Rooms gave young people the chance to try DJing using professional equipment, with an additional session specifically for Children Looked After. An 18+ masterclass offered developing DJs the opportunity to build their skills and learn from experienced industry professionals.

Solent University students were also given live industry experience, responding to professional briefs to create stage visuals for the events and building work for their creative portfolios.

By combining major live events with workshops, professional experience and opportunities to perform, SO:Electronic celebrated the electronic music culture that has developed in Southampton while investing in the artists, DJs and creative professionals who could shape its future.