Mutek

Mutek is an annual international festival focused on electronic music and digital arts, originating in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Since its inception around 2000, Mutek has presented live electronic music performances, audiovisual shows, immersive installations, and interdisciplinary works at venues throughout the city. The festival emphasizes experimental and innovative approaches to sound and media, often blending music with visual art, dance, and technology.

Mutek was created by members of Montreal’s electronic music community as a platform to showcase both locally emerging artists and international performers who work at the intersection of sound and media. Over the years it has grown into a leading event in its field, attracting artists from around the world and earning recognition within the global experimental music and digital arts scenes. The programming typically features a mix of live acts, electronic sets, audiovisual performances, and installation-based pieces, presented across multiple venues.

Beyond its flagship Montreal edition, Mutek has expanded through related projects, touring programs, and partnerships that extend its programming to other cities and contexts. The organization seeks to support experimental practices, foster cross-disciplinary collaboration, and connect creators with audiences by providing a sustained platform for contemporary electronic music and digital arts.