The Mercat de Música Viva de Vic (MMVV) is opening its doors to new talent for its 38th edition, which will be held from September 16 to 20, 2026. Until March 31, artists and musical projects of all styles (except classical) can submit their proposals to be part of this festival and professional market that combines live music, business opportunities, and international visibility.
The Ministry of Culture has launched a new funding program aimed at strengthening the role of live music venues as key spaces within the cultural ecosystem. With a budget of one million euros, the initiative seeks to improve infrastructure, promote digitalization, and foster the sustainability and diversity of live music throughout the country.
More than 130 key figures from the European music and live events industry have joined forces to demand strong action from the European Union against illegal ticket resale, calling for the future Digital Fairness Act to put a stop to a practice that, according to the industry, harms both the public and artists and promoters.
The Spanish Music Academy has set a date for one of the most important events on the national music calendar. The gala for the third edition of its awards will be held next May in Madrid and will once again bring together artists, professionals, and industry representatives to recognize the best of Spanish music.
Universal Music Group and NVIDIA have announced a strategic alliance to advance the development of artificial intelligence applied to music with an ethical, artist-centric approach. The collaboration combines NVIDIA’s advanced AI infrastructure with UMG’s catalog and global expertise to enhance music discovery, optimize creative processes, and enrich the consumer experience, all while maintaining a strong commitment to copyright protection and fair attribution at a pivotal moment for the future of the music industry.
The Ministry of Culture, through the Directorate General for Cultural Rights, has awarded grants totaling over €4.4 million to fund cultural projects with significant social impact. These initiatives, programs, and activities aim to generate meaningful transformations in society through culture.
The Ministry of Culture has appointed Javier Monsalve as the new Director General of Performing Arts and Music. Monsalve assumes the position with the aim of strengthening the cultural fabric, promoting artistic creation, and reinforcing support for professionals in the sector.
Monkey Week SON Estrella Galicia successfully celebrated its 17th edition—from November 20 to 22—returning to the Cádiz municipality of El Puerto de Santa María, the festival’s birthplace. After three years in Seville, the 2025 edition aimed to recapture its urban essence and deliver an intimate, vibrant, and diverse musical experience.
Following the approval of its new organizational structure in November, INAEM presents its first management report for 2025: more than 63 million euros in aid, hundreds of cultural projects supported, an ambitious agenda of international tours and a firm commitment to decentralization and access to culture throughout Spain.
The British government has announced new regulations prohibiting the resale of tickets for shows at a price higher than the original issue price. The measure, promoted by the Departments of Trade and Culture, aims to curb abuses in the secondary market and make live entertainment more affordable.
