Applications are now open for bands and solo acts to play at the 10th edition of the MENT Festival in Lujubljana, happening from February 21st – 24th, 2024.
MENT Ljubljana is one of the leading showcase festivals and music conferences in Central and Eastern Europe, and the largest event of its kind in the region. It’s an award-winning event, jam-packed with musical discoveries. Along with the conference, MENT offers musical acts from all over Europe the chance to perform in front of international music professionals. As always, application is open to all European acts and is completely free of charge.
In 2023, 77 artists from across Europe performed in over 15 venues around the Slovenian capital, with Austria represented by Kenji Araki, Aze, Toupaz, and UCHE YARA.
“MENT Festival has gained a reputation of one of Europe’s most significant showcases – unconcerned by hype and far more likely to get it right by showcasing the weirdest, most thrilling acts.” – Fergal Kinney, Loud And Quiet Magazine (UK)
So what are you waiting for? If your band is ready to take the next step, MENT might be the place to do it! Applications are open until September 1st, 2023, and applicants will be notified via e-mail by January 12th, 2024 (be sure to check your spam folder). Vso srečo (good luck)!