Midem Announces Full Programming Lineup, Open Registration

Midem has unveiled the final programme for the first ever Midem Digital Edition, announcing the confirmed list of keynotes and panels not to be missed. The digital event will be accessible to all for free from Tuesday 2 to Friday 5 June.

Midem Announces Finalists for Talent Exporter Initiative

Midem has revealed the selection in its debut Talent Exporter programme, spotlighting the freshest worldwide talent and boosting the international reach of artists.

Midem 2020 Reboots as Midem Digital Edition

Midem 2020, which was due to take place June 2-5 in Cannes, is cancelled due to concerns about the coronavirus. The next edition of Midem will take place June 1-4, 2021, in Cannes.

Afrobeat Legend Femi Kuti Set for Live Midem Show

Midem, the home of the global music community, announces that Afrobeat legend, Femi Kuti, will make his Midem live concert debut at the event, June 2-52020, Palais des Festivals, Cannes.

This will be the first concert of any Kuti Family member at Midem in its 54 years. Continuing Femi’s involvement in Midem’s initiatives in Africa, including the 3 day African Tour within the continent, and the African Music Forum in Cannes, for which he was Artist Ambassador in 2019, the concert will mark his premiere on the Midem Beach.

Midemlab Music Startup Competition Launches New Live Music Category, Reveals 2020 Jury

Midem has unveiled the jury for Midemlab 2020, the leading music startup competition, that will now include a Live Music category.

Fresh for this year’s Midemlab is the brand new “Live Music Experiences” category. An addition introduced to reflect today’s music market and to spotlight the most innovative solutions for bands, fans, venues, producers and promoters.

Midem Debuts Midem Talent Exporter, Call for Entries Now Open

Midem, the home of the global music community, announced the launch of the Midem Talent Exporter, the evolution of the reputed Artist Accelerator programme, into the ultimate career incubator for the global expansion of artists.

After five years of meaningful encounters, talent discoveries, and genuine success stories, the Midem Artist Accelerator is evolving into the Midem Talent Exporter. Looking to embrace its role as connector, Midem is reorienting its guidance from a mentorship programme to a business approach.