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Musicians, creatives in Dubai to get support from Spotify with new agreement
The MoU establishes a first-of-its-kind partnership between Dubai Culture and Spotify, creating a new model for public–private collaboration in the emirate
- PUBLISHED: Sun 25 Jan 2026, 5:45 PM UPDATED: Sun 25 Jan 2026, 5:46 PM
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Musicians and creatives in Dubai will soon get support by Spotify after the music giant signed an agreement with the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority.
The agreement aims to enhance cooperation between the two entities by expanding opportunities for emerging musicians and local talent, supporting their growth, and strengthening their visibility on global platforms. It reflects a shared commitment to nurturing creative expression, empowering talent, and advancing the cultural and creative industries as a key pillar of the creative economy.
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The MoU establishes a first-of-its-kind partnership between Dubai Culture and Spotify, creating a new model for public–private collaboration in the emirate. The agreement enables the exchange of insights to support the development and delivery of joint cultural initiatives aligned with international best practices and global music trends.
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It also provides for the co-delivery of programmes that expand access for Emirati and UAE-based artists to resources and platforms that support professional growth, enhance competitiveness within the music sector, and deepen audience understanding through specialised data and analytics. In addition, the partnership includes practical support designed to help creatives sustain and progress their careers.
As part of the agreement, both entities will launch joint programmes and collaborate on the development and sustainability of long-term creative initiatives that encourage artistic expression, cultural exchange, and innovation within the local music sector.
The partnership will also include the curation and delivery of a series of music-led projects that spotlight Dubai’s creative community. These efforts support the emirate’s vision to consolidate its position as a global centre for culture, an incubator for creativity, and a thriving hub for talent.