Mare Nostrum: Exploring Mediterranean Talent at the Crossroads of Africa, Europe, and the Middle East

  • 23/05 17:15 - 18:30
  • Purifier

Mare Nostrum: Exploring Mediterranean Talent at the Crossroads of Africa, Europe, and the Middle East

The shift towards the Mediterranean Region emerging as a hub for international success stories in the global music industry is already underway. Positioned strategically at the intersection of Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, the Mediterranean is a crucial crossroads, facilitating collaboration among these diverse regions. With Europe’s status as a cultural melting pot, industry stakeholders have a unique opportunity to champion talent with Mediterranean roots and explore genre crossovers that distinguish us on the global stage.

We’ve convened regional professionals to discuss the current landscape, strategise for the future, and collaborate on impactful public relations and talent development initiatives. Our forthcoming discussions will include actionable steps, regional status assessments, and highlights of local and international success stories from our cherished Mare Nostrum.


Moderator: Duygu Mühürdar (TR)

Duygu Mühürdar (TR)
Booking Agent / Ethnomusicologist / Programmer
Cesar Andion (ES)
The Spanish Wave / Live Nation Spain / Mad Cool Festival
Andreas Trachonitis (CY)
Director, Louvana Records / Studio eleven63
Primoz Kristan (SI)
Secretary General of Slovenian Music Information Centre, SIGIC
Achilleas Stavrou (GR)
Promoter & Production Manager / Co-founder, Goodheart Production
Theodora Karakassi (GR)
Co-organiser, Plisskën Festival
Diego Pablos (ES)
Director, ABOUT MUSIC
Antonis Zouganelis (GR)
Artistic Director, Athens Jazz