The global electronic music industry has reached a new milestone, hitting a record value of $15.1 billion, according to the latest report from the International Music Summit. The findings, presented during IMS Ibiza, highlight continued growth across the sector, with the market expanding by 7% in 2025 compared to the previous year.

Where the Money Comes From
The industry’s revenue is spread across multiple streams, including recordings, publishing, streaming platforms, festivals, clubs, merchandise, sponsorships, and creator tools. Among these, Digital Service Providers and merchandise stood out as some of the strongest contributors, reflecting the ongoing dominance of streaming and artist branding in the digital era.

Global Listening Powerhouses
When it comes to consumption, Germany leads the world in electronic music listeners on Spotify, with 604 million monthly listeners. The United States and Australia follow behind, while the report also points to growing influence from regions in the Global South, signaling a broader shift in where electronic music is thriving.

Ibiza Still Setting the Pace
On the ground, Ibiza continues to dominate as a nightlife capital. Club ticket revenues reached an all-time high of €160 million in 2025, even as the average number of events per venue slightly declined. The figures suggest fewer but potentially larger or higher-value events shaping the island’s economy.

Genre Trends and Shifting Sounds
Tech-house remains the most dominant genre for the fourth consecutive year, followed by house and melodic house. Meanwhile, Afro-house has seen a rapid rise in popularity, climbing significantly in producer searches and signaling changing tastes within the global scene.

Resilience in a Changing Landscape
Analysts behind the report describe 2025 as another strong year, noting that the industry’s growth comes despite global uncertainty and rapid technological shifts. The increasing role of artificial intelligence is already beginning to reshape how music is created and consumed, but electronic music’s long-standing relationship with innovation may position it well to adapt.

A Mixed Outlook Across the Industry
While the global market continues to expand, not all areas are thriving equally. Independent venues, particularly in the UK, are facing ongoing challenges, with over half reportedly operating without profit in 2025. The contrast highlights a growing divide between large-scale global growth and grassroots sustainability.

Looking Ahead
With strong momentum heading into 2026, the electronic music industry appears poised for continued expansion. As technology evolves and new regions contribute to its growth, the culture around the dancefloor continues to adapt, proving once again that electronic music thrives on change as much as it does on sound.

Download the IMS electronic music business report here.