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This collection of resources is a non-exhaustive overview of studies and publications on the music sector in Europe and beyond. It will be continously updated aiming to offer a broad overview of existing research on different aspects and parts of the music sector.
By using the filter on the left you can search for specific researches, if no filter is used the publications are listed by date. If you observe that important studies/researches are missing, please contact the EMC at: info@emc-imc.org

2024

The Music Puzzle: Exploring Booking Practices in Europe

This study aims to give an overview of who the bookers from Live DMA are, to investigate their daily tasks, to highlight the main challenges of live music programming, to identify the main partners bookers work with, to allow for more transparency within these operators, and eventually to pave the way for more social and artistic diversity.

  • Live DMA
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2024

Supporting Ukraine’s arts and culture

Amidst Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the European Union has stood strong in solidarity, offering vital assistance to Ukraine’s cultural and creative sectors. This publication highlights EU initiatives and collaborations that aid in mitigating the conflict’s impact on culture.

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2024

The Impact of Showcase Festivals on the Development of their participants

Over the past two decades, showcase festivals have established themselves as essential venues for the international development of artists and music professionals. Halfway between concerts, trade fairs and professional conferences, these events bring together thousands of delegates from labels, booking agencies, festivals, media and institutions every year. Unlike mainstream festivals, their aim is not to appeal to a wide audience, but to create opportunities for visibility, networking and collaboration for artists looking to break into international markets.

  • Zone Franche — The World Music Network
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2024

AI and music: market development of AI in the music sector and impact on music authors and creators in Germany and France

The French and German societies of authors and composers (SACEM and GEMA) published a study undertaken by Goldmedia on the impact of generative AI on music. The study analyses the market for AI And music, AI in the music creation process, challenges and fields of action. For the study, 15,000 authors and performers in France and Germany responded to a survey.

  • GEMA
  • SACEM
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2024

Music Management in Europe - Report

The European Music Managers Alliance (EMMA) presents groundbreaking new research that explores the opportunities and challenges faced by music managers in Europe when developing the creative businesses of artists, songwriters and other music makers.

  • European Music Managers Alliance (EMMA)
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2024

Diversity and Inclusion Toolset

On paper, most festivals already seem to be open for everyone. But if we are really honest with ourselves, we know there are still people who don’t come to our festivals, although they would like to. This toolset is meant to help you build festivals that are truly for everyone.

  • YOUROPE - The European Festival Association
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