DO AWARDS STILL MATTER, OR IS IT ALL ALGORITHMS NOW?

Moderator: Jakub Knera (Nowe idzie od morza, The Quietus, PL)

Speakers: Anna van Nunen (ESNS, NL), Damjan Blažun (Audio Engineer & Music Producer, HR), Jovana Coka Stanković (Zadužbina Milana Mladenovića, RS), Nikša Bratoš (HUZIP, HR)

Topic info: Awards have long been seen as milestones of artistic recognition, opening doors to new audiences, industry opportunities and international careers. But in an era shaped by algorithms, streaming platforms and social media, do they still carry the same weight? Are awards still capable of shaping careers and public perception, or have recommendation engines become the new tastemakers?

Date: Friday 11.09.2026
Time: 10:15 - 11:00
Venue: House of Art Arsen