WBM

Wallonie Bruxelles Musiques (WBM) is a public service agency focused on supporting the export of the music sector within the Wallonia-Brussels Federation in Belgium. It aims to promote, enhance, and internationalize contemporary music through events like the MIL festival in Lisbon and the Gaume Jazz Festival, which features 120 artists from 11 countries. WBM also facilitates international development for musical projects in its region and offers assistance to professional operators through Wallonia-Brussels International (WBI). Upcoming events include the Micro Festival in Liège and the Phoque OFF showcase in early 2026. WBM collaborates with various organizations, including the FCMA from Switzerland and SODEC from Quebec, to support music for film and has a renewed program for the film industry in 2025. They also participate in cultural cooperation initiatives with French and Flemish communities, addressing issues related to equality and inclusion in the music sector. WBM supports activities that promote the Belgian local scene, as seen in events like Les Nuits Botanique and Eurosonic, where they helped to showcase 18 Belgian artists. Furthermore, they engage in broader European music export discussions through organizations like the EMEE.