GENERAL INFO:
Popkomm has been based in Berlin since 2004 and is now well established as the world’s music and entertainment business meeting place. With a top-class international conference and a festival covering 30 Berlin clubs, Popkomm offers an optimal platform for the live sector and is essential for experts that wish to shape the future of the music business.
With more than 880 exhibitors from 57 countries Popkomm is one of the largest international meeting places of the branch. Whilst the focus lies on Europe Popkomm is attracting increasing numbers of exhibitors e.g. from the USA, Australia and South America. Eastern and Middle European Countries are drawn to Berlin, confirming its position as the “Gateway to the East”.
While admission to the exhibition is restricted to industry professionals, the festival gives everyone interested in music a chance to explore the latest industry trends. Performers from around the world – including signed bands and unsigned artists – are showcased on three days. The Kulturbrauerei in Prenzlauer Berg has become established as a primary festival venue. With 8 clubs and a Delegate’s Lounge, the Kulturbrauerei offers an excellent place for trade visitors and industry VIPs to meet in the evening.
Check out the official Popkomm site here
Check out the Helsinki in Berlin -myspace for more info on the finnish bands performing at Popkomm this year http://www.myspace.com/helsinkiinberlin">here
Popkomm has been based in Berlin since 2004 and is now well established as the world’s music and entertainment business meeting place. With a top-class international conference and a festival covering 30 Berlin clubs, Popkomm offers an optimal platform for the live sector and is essential for experts that wish to shape the future of the music business.
With more than 880 exhibitors from 57 countries Popkomm is one of the largest international meeting places of the branch. Whilst the focus lies on Europe Popkomm is attracting increasing numbers of exhibitors e.g. from the USA, Australia and South America. Eastern and Middle European Countries are drawn to Berlin, confirming its position as the “Gateway to the East”.
While admission to the exhibition is restricted to industry professionals, the festival gives everyone interested in music a chance to explore the latest industry trends. Performers from around the world – including signed bands and unsigned artists – are showcased on three days. The Kulturbrauerei in Prenzlauer Berg has become established as a primary festival venue. With 8 clubs and a Delegate’s Lounge, the Kulturbrauerei offers an excellent place for trade visitors and industry VIPs to meet in the evening.
Check out the official Popkomm site here
Check out the Helsinki in Berlin -myspace for more info on the finnish bands performing at Popkomm this year http://www.myspace.com/helsinkiinberlin">here