About MIL
MIL is dedicated to the discovery, promotion, valorization, and internationalization of current popular music, as well as to a reflection on cultural policies and practices. The project encompasses music festivals, conventions, academies, artist residencies, training for international circulation, and a magazine, anticipating trends and fostering debate on issues that shape the future of the music and culture sectors.
MIL had its first edition in 2017, featuring over 50 showcases with around 1500 attendees. In the latest edition, MIL tripled the number of professionals involved and the total number of daily spectators compared to the first edition. Lisbon became the meeting point for 920 professionals from 18 countries, while 265 artists performed 78 showcases in 8 venues. A total of 3973 spectators participated in the three-day festival, and 69 debates, masterclasses, conferences, workshops, presentations, and meetings fostered MIL’s professional network.
