Why Reinvention is the Most Powerful Creative Tool

Reinvention is becoming one of the most powerful forces in modern music, and this panel explores what it really takes for artists to evolve in a landscape that never stops shifting. Hosted by Emma Bartholomew, the conversation brings together John Newman, now reshaping his career as a DJ and producer, with Nick Jekyll from Paradise - together they reveal the doubts, breakthroughs, and creative risks behind transformation, and discuss how sound, storytelling, and collaboration shape an artist’s next chapter. This session is designed for anyone navigating change and redefining their place in music.