Breaking into the music world has never been more competitive. Thousands of DJs and producers release tracks every day, but only a few break through. Beatport Next was created to change that: a platform designed to amplify rising voices and help them be heard on a global stage.
“Beatport Next gave me the tools to bring my musical ideas to life in ways I’d only dreamed about before.” – Dj Fucci
Launched in 2021, Beatport Next annually supports 12 artists on the cusp of stardom, playing a pivotal role in elevating this fresh talent and shaping the broader electronic music landscape. The unique spectrum of talent is specifically selected to reflect the future sound of electronic music: diverse, boundary-pushing and representative of the global scene.
“At Beatport, we’re committed to championing the next wave of talent – making sure the artists shaping the future of electronic music have the platform they deserve.” – Teresa Aramburu (Director of Artist Marketing)
From in-store features and content campaigns, to festival stages and industry panels, Beatport Next artists receive year-round visibility and real-world career opportunities.
Beatport Next Artist Benefits
Participants of Beatport Next receive year-long support that spans every corner of the music ecosystem from music promotion, artist bookings, livestreaming opportunities, editorial coverage, brand partnerships and content marketing, to product and music development collaborations.
Examples of benefits include:
- Social Media and Editorial: Curated features across Beatport’s platforms, plus exclusive stories and coverage on Beatportal.
- Live Opportunities: DJ sets, panel talks, workshops, livestreams and brand partnerships.
- In-Store Promotion on Beatport.com: Homepage placements, banners, playlists, DJ charts and featured releases.
- Networking and Development: Direct access to Beatport’s label, marketing, product and community teams through artist development sessions.
- Music Tools: Free access and partner discounts across The Beatport Group’s brands such as Loopcloud, Plugin Boutique, LabelRadar and more.
Alumni
Over the years, Beatport Next has helped spotlight some of today’s most exciting names in electronic music, including TSHA, Nia Archives, Coco & Breezy, HoneyLuv and Kilimanjaro. Each of these artists joined the program early in their journey, with Beatport providing ongoing support as they’ve risen to international stages and reached global audiences.
Apply Now
Applications for Beatport Next 2026 are officially open here.
