Poland’s music industry is in rude health – although exports remain problematic.
Category: Country Profile
Country Profile – USA 2026
The US music market continues to perform well – but the general public’s tastes are changing, with even hip hop on the wane.
Country Profile – Japan 2026
The IFPI charts suggest that Japanese musical exports are booming, thanks to physical sales. The reality is slightly more complex – but still positive.
Country Profile – China 2026
The Chinese music market is still something of a mystery for many people in the international industry, but one thing is clear: it’s important.
Country Profile – Nigeria 2026
Nigeria’s music market is as vibrant as the country itself, a centre of young talent that has made a name for itself globally. Key findings in this new report include:
Country Profile – UK 2026
The UK’s recorded music business may have endured a difficult few years but it is showing resilience – and the signs are that exports may be on the rise again.
Country Profile – Canada 2026
Canada has a reputation as a steady, mature music market; dig down a little, however, and a more interesting story emerges. Read more, including marketing insight, here:
Country Profile – Peru 2025
Peru is perhaps not as well known for music as its Latin American neighbours – but its domestic business is developing rapidly. Read more, including marketing insight, here:
Country Profile – Italy 2025
Italian music fans, like their counterparts in France and Germany, are listening to ever-more domestic artists, while new music is also on the rise. Read more, including marketing insight, here:
Country Profile – France 2025
Domestic music is incredibly strong in France and exports are booming – although streaming penetration remains low at home. Read more, including marketing insight, here:
Country Profile – Chile 2025
Chile’s recorded music business is one of the fastest growing in Latin America, driven by local music. In this report: Read more, including marketing insight, here:
Country Profile – Romania 2025
Overview By Thea Manolache Romania is a highly competitive emerging music market, rich in talent but shaped by strong genre preferences – particularly when it comes to digital streaming platforms. […]

