About Jazz-Con
Jazz-Con is the premier global conference and virtual festival at the intersection of jazz, business, and innovation. Designed for artists, entrepreneurs, educators, executives, and advocates, Jazz-Con brings together a dynamic international community for two immersive days of 19+ groundbreaking sessions with 75+ speakers from 22+ countries. Topics span metadata, the real business of jazz, streaming & playlisting, monetizing your music, education, and global market access—all through panels, keynotes, discussions, and virtual networking.
With programming in English, Spanish, and Japanese, live translations, and perspectives from across continents, Jazz-Con reflects the global heartbeat of jazz culture. The 2025 theme, “Where the Future of Jazz Is Made,” challenges assumptions and sparks dialogue about sustainability, innovation, and equity in the jazz economy. Featuring leaders from companies including YouTube, Deezer, Pandora, Bandcamp, Virgin Music Group, Soundcharts, FUGA/Downtown, EVEN, KUVO, Pandora, County Analytics, Muso.AI, OpenPlay, Revealator, Winamp, AllTrack, YouTube, San Jose Jazz Festival, Toronto International Jazz Festival, Cairo Jazz Festival, and DownBeat Magazine, Jazz-Con unites the worldwide jazz ecosystem in one digital space.
Co-produced by JazzMetroplex (Dallas, TX) and the Nu Jazz Agency (New York, NY), with support from artists and institutions worldwide, Jazz-Con is more than a conference—it’s a movement. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or emerging talent, a business leader or fan, Jazz-Con is your place to connect, discover, and lead.
