Beatport, the leading global platform for electronic music, is now accepting applications for the Beatport NEXT Class of 2025. First introduced in 2021, Beatport NEXT is designed to accelerate the careers of emerging electronic music artists through a host of promotional opportunities within Beatport’s vast ecosystem. This year, 12 artists will be selected for this highly anticipated initiative, gaining access to marketing support, editorial coverage, playlisting, live stream appearances, partnerships, and more.
“We’re thrilled to continue our mission of elevating fresh talent in the dance music community through Beatport NEXT,” said Teresa Aramburu, Director of Artist Marketing at The Beatport Group. “The program has been instrumental in helping emerging artists connect with new audiences and industry professionals while gaining visibility within the global DJ community. We can’t wait to see the incredible talent that will make up the Class of 2025.”
Applications are open until November 26, 2024, with selected artists announced in early 2025. To qualify, artists must plan to release music on Beatport within the next 6-12 months, perform in clubs or festivals in 2025, and be actively producing music. They must also be represented by a booking agency and have received coverage from a major DJ culture-focused platform within the past year.
The 2024 cohort featured notable artists like Ahadadream, Aida Arko, Bianca Oblivion, KILIMANJARO, and Sinego. Interested applicants can view the full eligibility criteria on the Beatport NEXT 2025 application page, with all submissions due by November 26, 2024.
This initiative promises another year of growth and support for emerging artists shaping the future of electronic music.
