2027 DATES COMING SOON!
YRAS Official Showcase Programme
105 Artists Showcased in 2026 • Industry Delegates from 20+ Countries
BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND
Each year, artists from across Ireland and around the world are selected for the YRAS Official Showcase Programme and perform for international delegates including festivals, agents, programmers, media, and industry leaders.
The showcase programme is curated to support international discovery, touring opportunities, and long term career development.
Official Showcase artists are selected by an international panel
of industry professionals and programmers.
2027 Official Showcase Applications Open April 5, 2026
Join the mailing list to receive application guidelines, deadlines, and Official Showcase announcements.
The YRAS Music Conference
Where Global Music Careers Move Forward
23 - 28 FEB 2027
Step Into the Global Music Industry
Official Showcases connect artists with international festivals, agents, programmers, labels, and media.
The Gig Fair and networking programme turn conversations into touring, collaborations, and long term partnerships.
Learn From Global Experts
Panels and workshops deliver practical insight across artistry, business, touring, and career development.
Experience Belfast After Dark
The Music Trail transforms the city into a live international showcase each night.
Build Real Industry Relationships
Conference Dates 23 - 28 February 2027
Industry Leaders Who Joined YRAS 2026
YRAS brings together internationally recognised artists, executives, agents, and cultural leaders shaping today’s global music industry.
Sandy Kelly
Country Music Legend
Sheena Madden
Publicist / Amplify Agency
Craig Shelburne
Author / Journalist
Amy Grant
Grammy Winning Artist
David Keenan
Singer / Songwriter / Poet
Liam Ó Maonlaí
Singer / Songwriter / Composer
Jim Lauderdale
Grammy Winning Artist
Matthew Morgan
United Talent Agency, Nashville
Jackie Marushka
Publicist / Author / Marushka Media
Wallis Bird
Singer / Songwriter
Andrea Von Foerster
Founder - Firestarter Music
Rissi Palmer
Singer / Songwriter / Host
Click HERE for our full list of 2026 speakers
Where Artists and Industry Connect
Artists and industry professionals from over 20 countries participate annually.
• International touring relationships begin at YRAS
• Artists connect with festivals, agents, labels, and media across global markets
• New cross border collaborations form each year
• Meetings at YRAS lead to bookings, partnerships, and global releases
Join the YRAS Global Music Community
A year round network connecting artists, industry professionals, festivals, and partners beyond the conference week.
Stay Connected Year Round
Webinars, industry conversations, and international networking beyond conference week.
Expand Your Global Network
Connect with delegates, speakers, festivals, agents, and partners working across live, publishing,
and media.
Shape What Comes Next
Members contribute to future programmes, collaborations, and international initiatives.
YRAS Global Impact
Panels I Showcasing I Networking I Workshops
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OVER 100 INDUSTRY LEADER SPEAKERS AND PANELISTS
OVER 42 ESSENTIAL WORKSHOPS AND PANEL DISCUSSIONS
105 OFFICIAL
ARTISTS PARTICIPATING
4 OFFICIAL SHOWCASE STAGES
Building international touring, partnerships, and career development annually.
Join the Global Music Industry in Belfast
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