JESS BAYS

Jess Bays has fast become a force to be reckoned with in the world of dance music! Her journey is a testament to relentless passion, ambition, and dedication as she’s skyrocketed to become one of the most exciting and sought- after artists on the scene.

Jess’ unique style of production has been integral to this ascent with a string of hits for the likes of Defected, Stress, Warner, Universal and Sony alongside her regular label home at Good Company where her now seminal house classic ‘Temptation’ officially became a Brit certified Silver record. This unmistakable sound has breathed new life into deeper house music, captivating a fresh new generation of fans and earning Jess Bays multiple DSP playlist covers along with major support from BBC Radio 1, Kiss, and Capital and remix duties for the likes of Rudimental, Jax Jones, Jazzy and Becky Hill.

Jess regularly performs across the globe lighting up dancefloors everywhere from Ibiza to Australia, Brazil, LA and New York whilst delivering unforgettable sets at world-class festivals like Parklife, Reading & Leeds, We Are FSTVL, Lakedance, and Latitude and continuously playing for iconic dance institutions such as Ministry of Sound, Warehouse Project, and Printworks.

As a broadcaster, Jess quickly made her mark, hosting weekly shows on Rinse FM and Capital Dance whilst also becoming a regular guest at both Kiss and BBC Radio 1. Her voice and energy behind the mic have been as captivating as her music, solidifying her presence across the airwaves and building new audience the world over.

It’s no wonder DJ Mag named her ‘One to Watch’ and with over 1.6 million monthly Spotify listeners, a treasure trove of new records on the horizon, Jess Bays is becoming unstoppable. Constantly evolving, learning, and pushing musical boundaries, she’s a true powerhouse on the rise!

Radio still has the power to break records, build communities and shape culture, but in a world driven by algorithms, streaming and AI-generated recommendations, what role does human curation play today?

Join moderator Ellie Talebian alongside Booker T, Coco Cole, Emily Dust, Jess Bays and Mickey Jukes for a conversation exploring how music gets discovered, championed and played on radio today.

From playlisting and pluggers to storytelling, community-building and supporting emerging artists, this panel will unpack how presenters and stations choose music, what makes an artist stand out, and why radio continues to matter in an increasingly automated landscape. The discussion will also explore how radio exposure can translate into real-world opportunities for music creators from growing audiences and live bookings to streams, syncs and long-term careers.

Whether you're an artist, DJ, producer, presenter or simply passionate about music discovery, this discussion offers an honest look into the realities of modern broadcasting and where radio goes next.