Beatport Awards 2026: The Nominees Shaking Up IMS Ibiza

The Beatport Awards 2026 return to the White Isle this April during the highly anticipated IMS Ibiza week. Hotel Mongibello Ibiza in Santa Eulalia hosts this essential industry gathering on Thursday, April 23, setting the stage for a night that celebrates the true vanguard of electronic music.

Celebrating the Future of Electronic Music

This year’s nominations highlight a broad spectrum of pure talent across the global electronic scene. From raw underground disruptors pushing club culture forward to established titans redefining the dancefloor, the competition is fierce. To give you a clearer view of who is shaping the landscape this year, we’ve broken down the highly anticipated nominees into a comprehensive list:

Producer of the Year (presented by PPL)

Dlala Thukzin
HAAi
Josh Baker
MPH
SHERELLE

Best Live Performer

Confidence Man
Fcukers
Nia Archives
Pretty Girl
Wata Igarashi

One to Watch

Girls Don’t Sync
Linska
LOVEFOXY
MCR-T
TDJ

Best Livestream

ADRIÁN MILLS, Cloudy, KUKO – Nibirii Festival
HorsegiirL – Boiler Room CDMX
Lou Nour (fka SICARIA) – Boiler Room Bengaluru
Rossi. – NYC Pop Up | RAW CUTS
Sim0ne – Beatport Live x Airspace | Liverpool

Best Album

ANOTR – On A Trip
Introspekt – Moving The Center
K-Lone – sorry i thought you were someone else
Ninajirachi – I Love My Computer
Rochelle Jordan – Through The Wall

Hype Label of the Year (presented by Algoriddim DJ)

Indo Warehouse
Kurai Records
La Zic
Trust Audio
WRONG.

Major Reveals and The Afterparty

According to IMS Ibiza, several major categories remain tightly under wraps and will be revealed live during the ceremony. Attendees will discover the winners for Best Selling Artist, Best Selling Track, Label of the Year, as well as the coveted Culture Shaper and Social Impact awards.

"These awards reflect not only commercial success, but also cultural influence and contribution across the global electronic music ecosystem," notes the official announcement.

Hotel Mongibello Ibiza provides a stunning coastal backdrop for this vision. According to EasyJet Holidays, its 1950s Italian Riviera glamour defines the laid-back luxury that makes Ibiza so unique. It is the perfect setting for industry insiders and artists to network by the Mediterranean.

But true to Ibiza's spirit, the celebration stretches deep into the night. Cécille Records takes over Akasha for the official afterparty. This intimate 300-capacity venue sits inside the iconic Las Dalias market. Ibiza Spotlight rightfully praises Akasha for its incredible acoustics and dedicated, educated crowd. Heavyweights Nick Curly, Fleur Shore, Reboot, and Cristina Lazic will command the decks, spinning signature house grooves from 23:00 to 05:00.

Practical Info: General pre-sale tickets for the afterparty cost €15, while award attendees pay a reduced €10 fee. Gray Area Magazine warns fans about rapid ticket sales at this carbon-neutral clubbing haven, so act fast.

The 2026 Beatport Awards promise an unforgettable night of industry recognition and pure underground spirit. Secure your tickets today and meet us on the dancefloor.

Sources:
IMS Ibiza,
Ibiza Spotlight,
Gray Area,
EasyJet Holidays.