The IMF is not just about finding the best band or musician for the world tour. The festival is designed as a fundraising tool for charity and to facilitate exposure for all participating artists. There are hundreds and hundreds of participants and well deserving musicians. All support the excellent causes of the IMF partner charity and the promotion of original music. As a result the IMF is very pleased to announce the Best of the IMF. Here we take a more in-depth look at the participants that extends beyond the finalists.