Attention International Musicians: Perform at Square Festival Portugal 2025! Apply Now for a Chance to Shine on the Multi-City Stage
Square, the new showcase festival dedicated to independent and grassroots music scenes, has exciting news for musicians looking to make a splash in the industry. The festival is set to debut in 2025 from January 29 to February 1 in four cities across Portugal: Braga, Barcelos, FamalicĂ£o, and GuimarĂ£es. Artists and industry professionals from all across Europe and beyond are invited to come together for a unique experience.
The main focus of Square is to provide a platform for artist-focused networking, giving musicians the opportunity to showcase their talents to music executives and fans. The festival aims to discover new sounds from up-and-coming artists, fostering collaborations with local, national, and international partners like gig.ROCKS! (PT), FMM Sines (PT), Nyege Nyege (UG), Sinsal (ES), COSMOS (NL), and Coquetel Molotov (BR).
An official press release states, “Square aims to showcase the finest emerging talent through collaborations with local, national, and international partners. The event seeks to establish itself as a reference point for both professionals and music enthusiasts, fostering a movement of national and international audiences exploring historic and natural sites through music.”
The overarching goal of Square is to provide increased opportunities for smaller creative communities, fortifying networks engaged in grassroots programming and development, and cultivating new connections and opportunities spanning the continents of the Atlantic: Europe,ISS Africa, and the Americas.
Musicians based within the Atlantic Ocean borders are encouraged to submit their proposals in any language or musical genre until July 31, 23:59 (GMT+1). Successful applicants will receive a performance fee of €750, catering, accommodation (for artists residing more than 60 km from their venue), a technical rider, and a backline.
If you’re interested in the chance to perform at Square, fill out the form on their website.
During the the festival, a series of conferences aimed at industry professionals will take place, while the city of Braga will host the night programme, shining a spotlight on the city’s vibrant clubs and venues for all to enjoy.
For more information, visit SQUARE.
