Dance/Electronic
Paul van Dyk Launches VANDIT Next Generation Mentorship Programme for Emerging Producers
Electronic music icon Paul van Dyk and the VANDIT Label Group have announced VANDIT Next Generation, a new mentorship and talent scouting initiative aimed at discovering and supporting emerging electronic music producers worldwide.
Electronic music icon Paul van Dyk and the VANDIT Label Group have announced VANDIT Next Generation, a new mentorship and talent scouting initiative aimed at discovering and supporting emerging electronic music producers worldwide.
The programme will focus on genres including trance, progressive house, melodic techno, chill, downtempo, and genre-blending electronic productions. Five selected artists will receive direct mentorship from van Dyk, including one-on-one sessions, track development guidance, and professional feedback designed to help refine their sound and artistic identity.
Selected tracks from the programme will also receive official releases through the VANDIT Label Group, giving participating producers a potential breakthrough opportunity on an international stage.
Said van Dyk:
“The VANDIT Next Generation programme isn’t solely about music; this is my opportunity to support the next generation within the dance music community. The initiative has been designed to nurture creativity, assist aspiring artists in finding their true voice, and guide the next wave of talent to reach their full potential.”
Submissions are now open to emerging producers globally. Applicants are asked to submit their strongest original production via Dropbox or SoundCloud link to demos@vandit.com with the subject line “VANDIT Next Generation,” alongside a short biography and introduction. The submission deadline is June 15, 2026.
For more information, visit Paul van Dyk’s official website or follow VANDIT Records on Instagram.
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