Call for artists: Babel Music XP in Marseille

Babel Music XP, formerly called Babel Med Music, is a forum devoted to contemporary world music. It brings together major stakeholders in the music industry for a three-day event that features a trade fair and showcases.

During the day, about 2 000 industry professionals and members of the public are invited to network and share financial, cultural and societal concerns about the performing arts before being entertained in the evening by over 30 artists/bands.

Artists interested in showcasing can apply here.

The application deadline is 17 July.

Babel Music XP will cover the costs for or provide the following for selected artists:

• Minimum wages for every artist/band and technician (direct contract with Babel Music XP, minimum union wage).
• Accommodation in a twin room on the night of the performance for artist/band members and one technician.
• An evening meal on the night of the performance for the artist/band and the technician and one representative of management. Light refreshments backstage for all groups.
• Airport or rail transfers to the hotel and venue – only available from Wednesday 27 March
• and Sunday 31 March. All transfers outside this period must be made independently.
• Accreditation passes for the artists, technicians and representatives.
• Standard lighting and sound equipment and basic, shared back line.
• Professional technical assistance (sound, lighting, stage management).
• Information on selected groups and artists will be published on Babel Music XP communication platforms.

The selection committee’s decision is final and the applicants will be informed of the decision by email only from 1 January 2024.

For more information, email [email protected].

View the original call here.