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Paul van Dyk launches VANDIT Next Generation mentorship programme
Paul van Dyk and the VANDIT Label Group have announced VANDIT Next Generation, a talent scouting and mentorship initiative for emerging electronic music producers. The programme also offers creative guidance, personalised feedback, and professional release opportunities through the VANDIT Label Group.
Notably, the focus spans Trance, Progressive House, Melodic Techno, Chill, Downtempo, and creative productions without a genre tag. Selected producers receive direct mentorship from Paul van Dyk himself, including a one-on-one session and hands-on track development advice.
Then comes the selection. Five standout producers will be picked for the exclusive mentorship experience. Each artist receives guidance, creative input, and the opportunity to elevate their track to a professional release standard. Plus, selected tracks will officially release via the VANDIT Label Group, with global visibility through the imprint.
“The VANDIT Next Generation programme isn’t solely about music, this is my opportunity to support the next generation within the dance music community,” Paul van Dyk said. “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. I’m excited to work with the five chosen producers and help them take the next steps forward in their journey.”
Crucially, the programme is open to emerging producers worldwide. Applicants share their strongest original track via Dropbox or SoundCloud link to [email protected], with the subject line “VANDIT Next Generation,” plus a brief biography and introduction. The deadline closes on June 15, 2026.
Find the full submission guidelines via the official VANDIT site.
