Through a selection of categories spanning the entire musical ecosystem, the MIDEM MUSIC AWARDS highlight the most inspiring projects, the boldest initiatives, and the achievements that define today’s international music scene. More than just a ceremony, they embody the recognition of talent, diversity, and commitment of those who bring music to life every day.

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Festival of the Year Award

• • Objective: To recognize a festival that has delivered an innovative lineup, exemplary organization, and significant cultural impact.
  Criteria: Quality of programming, artistic diversity, logistical organization, media impact, and cultural influence.

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Local Promoter of the Year Award

• • Objective: To honor a local promoter for their dedication and contribution to their regional music scene.
  Criteria: Local engagement, ability to promote new talent, support for the local music scene, and quality of events organized.
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Label of the Year Award

• • Objective: To highlight a label that has significantly contributed to the growth of artists and musical diversity.
  Criteria: Project success, diversity of musical genres, and support for emerging artists.
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Arena of the Year Award

• • Objective: To reward a venue that has provided a unique experience through its programming and facilities.
  Criteria: Quality of infrastructure, diversity of programming, audience experience, and local economic impact.
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Producer of the Year Award

• • Objective: To celebrate a producer for their talent and expertise in delivering exceptional live music productions.
  Criteria: Innovation, success of productions, contribution to the music scene, and overall quality of shows.
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Theatre of the Year Award

• • Objective: To reward a theatre for its musical and stage programming that has attracted a broad audience.
  Criteria: Quality of programming, diversity of events, audience experience, and attendance.
  
  

Artist of the Year Award

• • Objective: To celebrate an artist for their outstanding contribution to the music scene.
  Criteria: Creativity, popularity, commercial success, cultural impact, and artistic innovation.

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Stadium of the Year Award

• • Objective: To recognize a stadium that has hosted large-scale concerts delivering an unparalleled fan experience.
  Criteria: Capacity, event organization, quality of audience experience, and success of concerts.
  
  

Tour of the Year Award

• • Objective: To honor a tour for its commercial success and emotional impact on audiences.
  Criteria: Number of dates, commercial performance, emotional resonance, and production creativity.

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Publisher of the Year Award

• • Objective: To highlight a music publisher for their innovation and contribution to the promotion of new musical works.
  Criteria: Contribution to music publishing, support for songwriters and composers, and innovation in publishing.

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Service Provider of the Year Award

• • Objective: To reward a service provider for their expertise and added value to music events.
  Criteria: Quality of services, technological innovation, and contribution to event success.
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Sponsor of the Year Award

• • Objective: To honor a sponsor that has supported the music industry in a creative and impactful way.
  Criteria: Originality of campaigns, brand impact, and commitment to music.
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Event of the Year Award

• • Objective: To highlight a music event that successfully combined performance, innovation, and popular success.
  Criteria: Quality of programming, audience experience, originality of the concept, and public success.
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Innovation Award – MIDEM Awards

• • Objective: To recognize a groundbreaking innovation in the music industry (technology, format, business model, sustainable initiative, etc.).
  • Criteria: Creativity, industry impact, relevance for artists and audiences, and potential for international scalability.
  Process: Pre-selection by a specialized jury (innovation experts, startups, labels, cultural incubators), followed by the designation of the winner by this jury.
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Concert Photographer of the Year – powered by Getty 

• • Objective: To celebrate a concert photographer who has successfully captured the essence of live performance through their work.
  • Criteria: Artistic quality, storytelling power, international reach, and audience engagement.
  Process: Joint pre-selection with Getty Images, followed by a public vote through MIDEM’s social media channels.
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