Josh Baker Entered DJ Mag Top 100 Rankings
The electronic artist secured the No. 40 spot in the 2026 poll following his recent Ibiza residency.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Dance and Electronic
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Josh Baker has made his debut in the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs poll for 2026, landing at No. 40. The results were announced alongside David Guetta claiming the top spot for the sixth time.
Why it matters
The annual rankings highlight significant shifts in the electronic music landscape and provide a platform for artists to support philanthropic initiatives like the Bridges for Music Academy.
The 2025 fundraising campaign for the Bridges for Music Academy successfully raised £170,832 through the participation of 42 individual artists.
The players
Josh Baker
He is an electronic music artist who founded the Hide & Seek Festival and the labels You&Me and Bakers Dozen.
David Guetta
He is a globally recognized DJ and producer who has now secured the No. 1 ranking in the DJ Mag Top 100 poll six times.
Bridges for Music Academy
This organization based in Langa, South Africa, provides educational opportunities for students in the music industry.
DJ Mag
This publication is a prominent international electronic music magazine that produces the annual Top 100 DJs poll.
The details
The results were revealed during the DJ Mag LIVE event hosted in Ibiza at UNVRS. Josh Baker, who founded the Hide & Seek Festival and the record labels You&Me and Bakers Dozen, also completed his first residency at the Amnesia nightclub this summer.
Timeline
Summer 2026: Josh Baker hosted his first Ibiza residency at Amnesia.
October 6, 2026: DJ Mag revealed the final Top 100 DJs 2026 results.
2027: Josh Baker is scheduled to perform three London shows at Finsbury Park.
Industry Dynamics
This poll reflects the ongoing influence of major industry rankings on global artist visibility and charitable contribution models within electronic music. It continues the precedent set by the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs 2025 fundraising campaign by formalizing artist engagement with the Bridges for Music Academy.
Fans looking to see the newly ranked artist can plan for his upcoming performances, which include three scheduled shows in London in 2027. Readers can also engage with the music community by supporting the charitable efforts connected to the poll results.
The takeaway
The rise of independent festival founders into major global polls underscores the growing importance of self-run labels and dedicated residencies in building a sustainable career. Aspiring artists should look to these examples to understand how community engagement and consistent live performances influence industry recognition.
Further reading
For more on the current landscape of the scene, visit our Dance and Electronic section.
More information
To support students, visit the Top 100 DJs fundraising campaign donation page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by DJMag.
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