India International Music Week (IIMW), the country’s pioneering international music conference and showcase festival, has announced the first phase of its artist line-up for the 2026 edition. The festival, dedicated to emerging voices and global cultural exchange, will take place from 10–12 February 2026 in Mumbai.
The initial line-up brings together a vibrant mix of artists from India, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and South Africa. Featured acts include soul-funk ensemble Easy Wanderlings (India), alternative singer-songwriter Edwin Raphael (Canada), electronic jazz duo J-Silk (France), R&B pop artist Jasmine Kiara (Canada), singer-songwriter Jeremiah de Rozario (India), alternative pop artist Naari (Germany), folk-pop musician Reuben De Melo (Australia), jazz and African-soul artist Siki Jo-An (South Africa), the experimental Tamil Jazz Collective (India), pop-rock artist Tejas (India) and art-pop duo Two Summ (India).
“IIMW 2026 is about giving emerging artists a stage and showing that music from India and beyond has the power to travel, connect and inspire. The artist selection reflects the spirit of IIMW—inclusive in genre, gender and geography,” said Sushil Chhugani, Director, India International Music Week & India Music Exchange.
The announcement underscores the festival’s mission of Global Music Mobility, spotlighting genre-bending talent across alternative, pop, rock, indie, soul, jazz, and electronic music.
More than just a music event, IIMW is positioned as a week-long celebration of culture, creativity, and industry insights. The 2026 edition, spread across multiple venues in Mumbai, will bring together global tastemakers, rising artists, and leaders from the music business to foster collaboration where culture meets commerce.
Reflecting on the festival’s growth, Chhugani added, “The debut edition in February 2025 set a new benchmark for India on the global music map. It brought together professionals and artists from over 30 countries and welcomed nearly 400 attendees. IIMW 2026 is only going to get better.”
What to Expect at IIMW 2026
- An expanded conference and showcase format
- New program segments for deeper engagement and innovation
- Multi-city artist tours and activations across India
- A wider mix of global artists, professionals, and delegates
With a global vision and a spotlight on emerging talent, IIMW 2026 is set to reinforce India’s growing influence on the world music stage.
