20 Top Labels 2026

In partnership with Transglobal World Music Chart and World Music Charts Europe, we're proud to unveil this year's 20 Top Labels – the 20th anniversary edition – spotlighting releases from August 2025 to July 2026.

Since starting the feature in 2006, our industry continues to navigate both exciting breakthroughs and real challenges. This list focuses on some of the highlights from the past year, drawn from feedback by hundreds of journalists and broadcasters worldwide.

Read more on our website and listen to a Playlist of the Top 20 Labels 2026

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