Breadcrumb Home News Meet The Recipients of Beatport Funding Posted: 22/05/2026 Copy URL https://www.youthmusic.org.uk/news/meet-recipients-beatport-funding Meet The Recipients of Beatport Funding We’ve teamed up with Beatport to support the next generation of young DJs, producers and electronic music makers across the UK. Posted: 22/05/2026 Copy URL https://www.youthmusic.org.uk/news/meet-recipients-beatport-funding Meet The Recipients of Beatport Funding We’ve teamed up with Beatport to support the next generation of young DJs, producers and electronic music makers across the UK. We’re excited to announce the four organisations receiving support through our new partnership with Beatport, championing the next generation of electronic music makers.Together, we’re investing £60,000 into grassroots electronic music projects across the UK, with four organisations each receiving £15,000. The funding will help young DJs, producers and creatives from underserved communities access the opportunities they need to thrive in music. Music is not just a ‘nice to have’, it is a lifeline for young people, offering safety, community and opportunity at a time when many are struggling with their wellbeing and sense of belonging. The grassroots is where music begins, but our latest research has found that more than a third of these crucial music projects are at risk of closure. That’s why we’re delighted to partner with Beatport, who are putting money from the music industry, back into the grassroots. Carol Reid Youth Music Interim Co-CEO As well as funding, Beatport will support the organisations through editorial and marketing opportunities across its platforms, helping shine a spotlight on their work. This partnership is about levelling the playing field early on. By investing in these grassroots organisations, we are ensuring the next generation of electronic innovators have the tools required to thrive in the industry. Matt Gralen CFO, Beatport Meet the recipients Bubble Club - London Bubble Club will deliver an inclusive DJ training and progression programme for learning-disabled and neurodivergent young people. They are offering weekly skills sessions, one-to-one support, accessible industry training and 20+ paid performance opportunities at mainstream venues and festivals. The project is designed to build young people’s confidence, creative skills and create real pathways into electronic music. Loft Studios - Newcastle Over 9 months, Loft Music will deliver a holistic learning and development programme for emerging young creatives. The project will cover all aspects of how to develop as an artist and be successful within electronic music. This includes: sessions focused on production, mixing and mastering; building an artist profile; self-releasing; finding and approaching labels; and networking. Subtle Radio - London Subtle Futures is a year-long music and radio programme for 16–25-year-olds facing barriers. Through monthly workshops, industry panels, mentoring, and broadcasting opportunities, participants develop DJing, production, and presenting skills, build confidence and networks, and showcase their work in a youth-led live event celebrating progression and creative achievement. Red Rebel FM - Kent Red Rebel FM are delivering a six-month creative wellbeing, DJ and radio development programme for FLINTA (Female, Lesbian, Intersex, Non-binary, Trans, and Agender people) 18–25 year olds based in Thanet. The programme will offer DJing workshops, radio training, mentoring, menstrual-health-informed wellbeing support, and performance opportunities. Participants will gain confidence, technical skills and industry pathways within a safe, inclusive electronic music environment. This funding is a huge moment for Red Rebel FM and the young FLINTA people we support in Thanet. In coastal communities like ours, pathways into electronic music can feel out of reach - often limited by geography, cost, lack of representation and confidence barriers. Lisa Higgins Founder, Red Rebel FM Latest News news Meet The Recipients of Beatport Funding We’ve teamed up with Beatport to support the next generation of young DJs, producers and electronic music makers across the UK. Read more news Youth Music at The Great Escape 2026 Across three days at The Great Escape 2026, we caught incredible live performances from Youth Music NextGen Fund artists, and hosted a panel of music industry experts on nurturing regional music scenes. 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