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The 2026 Tastemaker List

Discover the most influential tastemakers who are shaping musical trends and breaking new artists this year.

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Ashley F. Bivona

Ashley F. Bivona

Head of Editorial · Finest Of EDM

★ Top match
Bailey Dunbar

Bailey Dunbar

Advertising Manager · Pinch Of Sol

Strong fit
Lowri Ainsworth

Lowri Ainsworth

Advertising Manager · Spin 98

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Discover the most influential tastemakers who are shaping musical trends and breaking new artists this year.

This Collection currently reaches New York, United States, Houston, United States, Kraków, Poland, Bristol, United Kingdom. Location matters for radio, live and regional press, and much less for playlists and sync.

Pitch the track that actually fits the playlist you are asking about, name it, and say why it sits next to what is already in there. One track, one ask, no bulk sends.

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