Beatz to Banger is back for its second edition, continuing its mission to equip the next generation of music creators with practical knowledge, industry insight, and meaningful professional connections. From July 28–30, 2026, aspiring and emerging producers, songwriters, sound engineers, artists, and music professionals will gather at the Alliance Française de Lagos / Mike Adenuga Centre for three days of intensive learning, mentorship, and collaboration with some of Nigeria’s leading music professionals.

Participants will gain hands-on knowledge across key areas of the music industry, including:

• Music Production – Beat creation, sound design, arrangement, workflow, and producing records that compete on a global stage.
• Mixing & Mastering – Professional techniques for achieving clean, balanced, and commercially ready sound.
• Music Business – Understanding publishing, distribution, streaming revenue, branding, marketing, and building a sustainable career in music.
• Music Law & Copyright – Ownership, licensing, contracts, royalties, intellectual property, and protecting creative works.
• Collaboration & Networking – Connect with experienced producers, engineers, executives, and fellow creatives while building relationships that can shape your career.
• Career Development – Learn how to position yourself professionally, build your portfolio, and access opportunities within the music industry.

Among the programmes is Beatz To Banger, a capacity-building initiative designed to provide practical training, mentorship and industry exposure for young music producers and creative entrepreneurs. The platform will also continue publishing The Beatz Awards Magazine, while expanding its calendar to include industry conversations, fireside chats and knowledge-sharing sessions bringing together creators, executives, investors and policymakers.

Founder and Executive Producer of The Beatz Awards, Elijah John, said the expansion reflects the platform’s commitment to supporting the long-term growth of Africa’s music ecosystem.