Apply Now for a Showcase Spot at New Skool Rules 2026 – May 22-24 in Rotterdam
Dear Artist,
taking place from May 22nd to May 24th, 2026 in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
New Skool Rules is one of the leading international urban music conferences and showcase festivals. This event offers an incredible opportunity for urban music artists to perform in front of key players in the global music industry—including festival bookers, record labels, A&Rs, booking agents, music managers, publishers, and sync agents. Many of our past showcasing artists have gone on to secure paid gigs, record deals, publishing deals, and representation by agents.
However, it’s important to understand that New Skool Rules is a showcase festival—not a standard live performance event and will not pay a performance fee This also means:
- Showcase performances are strictly limited to 6, 9, or 12 minutes.
- Artists are responsible for their own travel and accommodation.
- New Skool Rules provides the performance opportunity, event promotion, and access to music industry executives and fans.
If you believe that your act has (inter)national potential and you’re ready to present your talent on a professional platform, we strongly encourage you to sign up to apply for a showcase slot.
We look forward to discovering the next wave of global urban talent. Please make sure you fully understand the nature of a showcase event before applying.
Sign up now and take the next step in your music career!