Babel Music XP 2025
Babel Music XP will take place between the 20th and 22nd of March in Marseille, France. This exciting event is a must-attend for music industry professionals and world music enthusiasts alike. It combines a professional trade fair and a vibrant music festival, creating a unique space to connect, collaborate, and celebrate global sounds. A Hub […]
UPBEAT: A platform for Emerging World Music Artists
UPBEAT is an European Showcase Platform for World Music.A few months ago, at the So Alive Music Conference in Sofia, Bulgaria, we attended a panel about showcasing opportunities for artists. Among the speakers was Balázs Weyer, a key figure behind UPBEAT. His presentation introduced us to this transformative platform that nurtures new talent and promotes […]
Policy Workshop on Digital Music Regulation in the EU
Policy Workshop on the role of regulation in the European digital music ecosystem will be held in Lisbon organized by Fair MusE. On December 11, 2024, the event will take place at the Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian from 9:00 to 15:30 (WET). Participants can also join online. Why This Workshop Matters As the music industry becomes […]
New Faces 2025
New Faces 2025 program is now accepting nominations for its third edition. This initiative aims to highlight and support ten promising young professionals under 30 who are actively shaping the regional music industry in the Balkans. Expanding the Program’s Reach For the first time, New Faces includes Bulgaria through the SoAlive Music Conference & Festival. […]
Open Call STPLN:Lab
Open Call STPLN:Lab is running until the 17th of November! STPLN is now accepting applications for its creative incubator program in Malmö, Sweden. This 12-month initiative provides cultural and creative freelancers with an opportunity to develop sustainable projects and expand their creative businesses. The incubator aims to strengthen the local and international creative scene by […]
WOMEX 2025 In Tampere
WOMEX 2025 will take place in Tampere. After this year’s successful edition in Manchester, the world’s most international and diverse music fair will return to Finland next autumn. The 30th anniversary of WOMEX promises a vibrant celebration of global music, culture, and collaboration, bringing together artists and industry professionals from around the world. About WOMEX: […]
Open Call SXSW London 2025
Open Call SXSW London 2025. Applications for the inaugural SXSW London Music Festival are open from October 28, 2024, to January 13, 2025. This is an opportunity for artists of all music genres to perform on one of Shoreditch’s legendary stages, showcasing their talents to industry professionals, media, fans, and peers from across the globe. […]
Future of Festivals 2024
Future of Festivals 2024 fair will take place on the 28th and 29th of November at Arena Berlin, Germany. It’s an industry get-together for everyone who works in the area of music festivals and live music. This year’s edition promises to be more international than ever before, opening new opportunities for collaboration between festivals and […]
Open Call Westway LAB 2025
Applications are now open for artists and music projects who want to take part in the 2025 edition of the Westway LAB. This event will be held as usual in the city of Guimarães, Portugal, from April 9 to 12. Westway LAB is Portugal’s international music conference and showcase festival, founded in 2014. The open call […]
Wakan Tanka Prod at SoAlive Music Conference
Wakan Tanka Prod was present at the SoAlive Music Conference in Sofia, Bulgaria. This year’s three-day event took place at the National Palace of Culture (NDK), drawing industry professionals from across Europe and beyond. We were glad to attend this second edition of SoAlive, which brings focus to the music industry in the Balkans. The […]