The global electronic music industry has reached a new milestone, with its value climbing to $15.1 billion.
The latest report from the International Music Summit (IMS) highlights steady growth across the sector.
The study was presented during IMS Ibiza, setting the stage for this year’s industry insights.
It was compiled by Mark Mulligan alongside MIDiA Research, combining data with broader market analysis.
From there, the findings point to steady growth. In 2025, the market expanded by 7 percent.
It rose from $14.2 billion the previous year, marking another step forward for the global electronic music industry.
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This growth comes from multiple revenue streams.
These include recorded music, publishing, digital platforms, festivals, clubs, creator tools, merchandise, and brand partnerships.
Some revenue streams stood out more than others.
Digital service providers delivered strong results, reflecting the continued rise of streaming.
Merchandise also played a major role. It showed how fan-driven products keep gaining value.
Together, these areas highlight how the industry continues to evolve through both digital access and direct fan support.
Listener data also reveals key global trends.
Germany leads as the largest consumer of electronic music on Spotify, reaching 604 million monthly listeners.
The United States follows with 402 million, while Australia ranks third with 328 million.
In addition, the report highlights growing influence from regions in the Global South, signaling a broader and more diverse audience base.
On the live side, Ibiza continues to perform strongly. Club ticket revenues reached a record €160 million, up from €150 million the previous year.
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However, the number of events slightly declined, with venues hosting an average of 140 events in 2025 compared to 144 in 2024.
Genre trends also show clear patterns. Tech-house remains the leading style for the fourth consecutive year.
House and melodic house follow closely behind.
Meanwhile, Afro-house has gained significant momentum, rising sharply in search popularity on platforms like Splice.
Mark Mulligan described 2025 as another strong year for the industry, noting that growth came from active and evolving scenes worldwide.
He suggested that the market’s performance, despite global uncertainty and rapid technological change, reflects both its resilience and the ongoing appeal of dancefloor culture as a form of escape.
Looking ahead, IMS co-founder Ben Turner sees positive momentum continuing into 2026.
He pointed out that the industry is entering a challenging yet creative phase, with artificial intelligence starting to reshape how music is produced, distributed, and experienced.
He also emphasized that while AI introduces disruption, it represents a shift the electronic music scene is ready to embrace.
The genre has always evolved alongside technology, and that mindset continues to drive innovation within the global community.
You can download the report here.
