Are you just starting out as a producer and need help navigating the nightlife landscape? This one is for you! The Heatwave from Demo to Release program is a hands-on development program for young (age 18-27), emerging, Amsterdam-based producers who are ready to take their first real step into releasing music. Across a series of guided sessions, selected artists will refine their sound, transform demo ideas into finished tracks, and gain practical insight into how the music industry works around a release. The program brings together creative development, technical knowledge, and professional mentorship, culminating in a physical and digital ‘’Various Artists release’’ on the IsBurning label.
For early producers and artists (18-27, Amsterdam)
Are you a producer who would like to turn your demo track(s) into a release on a Various Artists compilation of Heatwave/IsBurning?
Through producing sessions with established producers you’ll learn the process of mixing/mastering, publishing & distribution side of releasing music
Interested?
Develop your artistic sound and refine a demo or idea into a finished track
Understand mixing, mastering, and audio preparation work
Navigate rights, contracts, publishing, and distribution
Prepare your track for release and promotion
Understand how a label and release cycle work behind the scenes
A track released on the IsBurning label
1-on-1 professional guidance from producers, engineers, and industry experts
Studio sessions and technical support (depending on needs and capacity)
Week 1 (27 April) Selection week.
Week 2 (4 May) Intake & 1st work session
Week 3 (11 May) 2nd work session
Week 4 (18 May) 3rd work session
Week 5 (25 May) 4th work session
Week 6 (1 June) Wrap up & in-depth next steps to release