India International Music Week (IIMW) 2025an initiative by the ‘India Music Exchange; (IMX) is set to be held in Goa, India from the 4th-6th February is a first-of-its-kind event in South Asia.
The event is scheduled to be a 3-day global music trade conference and music showcase festival reporting a confirmed participation of artists and music industry professionals from over 30 countries at the time of issuance of this press release. This unprecedented event promises to be a global gathering of like-minded artists, record labels, event promoters, industry trailblazers, and music enthusiasts.
IIMW is committed to a pioneering spirit of encouraging and facilitating international trade to shape how the world interacts with the Indian music industry while defining the position and journey of international artists and music in India and the Indian Subcontinent.
IIMW 2025 will offer an unparalleled blend of music, networking, and cultural celebration. Attendees will immerse themselves in a vibrant environment featuring diverse musical genres performed by artists from India and across the globe. From electrifying live performances on an outdoor stage at Echo, Vagator to intimate late-night showcases in an atmospheric indoor venue at Vamos, Vagator, the festival celebrates music's power to connect and inspire.
The journey begins on 4th February with IIMW 2025 Curtain Raiser at the Rockpool (W Hotel) presenting performances by Asian Electronica pioneer Talvin Singh, Shillong-based Blues/R&B songstress Tripriti Kharbangar and Goa’s own favorite Roz Angon.
Over 5th & 6th February attendees can engage with IIMW 2025’s trade conference, panel discussions and networking opportunities at The Westin Goa, Anjuna. Whether you're an artist, industry professional, or music enthusiast, these sessions promise insights into the evolving music landscape.
On 5th & 6th February, 6pm onwards the IIMW Music Showcase festival will witness emerging artists from around India and the world perform at Echo, Vagator creating a dynamic setting to experience world-class performances. These are followed by late-night indoor showcases at indoor venue Vamos, Vagator offering an intimate, urban vibe for a more personal connection with music.
The festival doesn't just cater to industry professionals but also ensures fans have an unforgettable time. IIMW 2025 is an all-encompassing celebration of music, innovation, and culture. It’s more than an event; it’s a journey into the heart of India’s vibrant music industry and its global connections.
Artist Line-up at IIMW 2025 Music Showcase - Anoushka Maskey (India), Anushka (India), Bratri (Czech Republic), Carissa (India), Farhan Rehman (India), Hamza Rahimtula & Rajasthan Folkstars (India), Jatayu (India), Kimyan Law (Austria), Madboy/Mink (India), Mother’s Cake (Austria), Naaz (Netherlands), Nate08 Live (India), Ox7gen (India), Rafiki (India), Rosa Cecilia (England), Shanka Tribe (India), Shantam (India), Stalvart John (India), Tracy De Sa (France), Tsumyoki with Goa Trap Culture (India).
‘India Music Exchange’ (IMX) is an industry-led organisation brought together by key stakeholder representatives of performers, labels, publishers, venues, CMOs, and professionals in the Indian music industry. IMX aims to create and optimise opportunities for and exchange that increase Indian artists’ presence and India’s music footprint internationally while making the Indian music market accessible to the world.