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Black Lives Matter: A Letter to the Next Gen

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Music-making projects supporting young people's mental health

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Wonderfall: Why Is the North Facing a Drop in Musicality?

The North of England has produced incredible talent that has significantly influenced not only music, but popular culture, globally. From The Beatles, Oasis, Corrine Bailey Rae and, more recently, Youth Music Awards winner English Teacher, some of Britain’s most-loved bands and artists hailed from the North. 

However, our new research has painted a stark picture of the current state of musicality in the north of England. 

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Finding a voice through music - Ashley's story

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International Women's Day: Women’s Place in the Music Industries

This International Women’s Day, we examine the underrepresentation of women behind the scenes of the music industries, and how finding and supporting the right grassroots organisations can change that.

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Welsh Language Music Day: An Interview with Klust

Discover the important role Welsh Language Music Day plays in the discovery and platforming of Welsh artists, the country's strong DIY scene, and how the music industries can be more inclusive of Welsh artists. 

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Racism and Violence in the UK: A Message From Our CEO

A statement from our CEO regarding the recent violence in the UK.

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Breaking Barriers: The Grassroots Record Label Championing Young Female Scottish Talent

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Groundswell Arts: Youth Music’s Energiser Fund Partner

Read about the exciting Energiser Fund partnership between Groundswell Arts and Youth Music. This partnership marks our mission to shift perception and practice of Early Years creativity.

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Youth Music and Arts Council England Funding Announcement

Click here to find out about the vital boost of National Lottery funding to Youth Music through Arts Council England. This funding will have an important impact for grassroots organisations supporting children and young people who face barriers because of who they are, where they live, or what they’re going through.

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Top tips for applying for the Youth Music NextGen Fund

Thinking about applying for the Youth Music NextGen Fund? This blog will help you work out whether to apply and how to increase your chance of success.

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Invest in the future of music. Become an industry partner of Youth Music and join a community of change makers.


 

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NextGen Feedback Survey 2022

Find out what young creatives told Youth Music through the NextGen Feedback Survey about how much impact Youth Music are having and what we could do to facilitate the development of young creatives' careers.

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LGBTQIA+ Artists in Focus

Youth Music NextGen photographer Maia Walker captures portraits of three young, queer musicians based in Liverpool.

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Youth Music Funding Advisors

At Youth Music, we value diversity in perspectives and experiences to make better decisions. That's why we collaborate with a distinctive team of funding advisors who help us evaluate funding applications. Meet the team below.

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Why Should I Become a Member of a Trade Association or Union?

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The Take it away Consortium

This report originated from surveys produced by the Take it away Consortium: a partnership between Creative United and Take It Away, Drake Music, Music for Youth, The OHMI Trust, Open Up Music, and Youth Music. These organisations are all committed to supporting Disabled musicians.

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Reshape Music

Discover the barriers Disabled musicians face and the urgent changes needed to create a more inclusive music industry. Read the findings and recommendations from our groundbreaking report.

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Announcing Our New Co-Chairs

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