Case Study

NextGen Spotlight: Marisam Events

Founders Maria and Sam share how they built Late ‘n’ Live, an inclusive live music event series, overcoming industry challenges as young women, and expanding with support from the Youth Music NextGen Fund.

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opportunities

Uplift Earned Income 2025

Uplift Earned Income has been created for organisations which are keen to embrace entrepreneurship. 

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New Peer Support Group with Attitude is Everything

Tonic Music are providing a new online Peer Support Group for those working in live music in any capacity who are Deaf, Disabled and/or Neurodivergent.

 

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NextGen Community Event: Behind the Scenes in A&R

In association with Kobalt and YGN, our first London-based NextGen Community event of 2025 featured a panel on the world of A&R, networking and performances from NextGen Fund artists.

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Taking the next step: Stonewall webinar series

New free advice sessions for LGBTQ+ people looking to develop their careers.  

 

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National Youth Strategy Survey Launch

National survey looking at the challenges and priorities of young people aged 10 - 21 (up to 25 for SEND).

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NextGen x Bandcamp: Sign Up For Our Free Events This Spring

We're teaming up with Bandcamp to host two FREE events this spring. In March, learn everything you need to know about releasing on Bandcamp with our online workshop. In April, we're hosting a networking event in East London with a panel and performances, diving into what it's like being an independent artist in 2025.

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Rescue The Roots Press Coverage

Find everything you need to share Youth Music’s £1m ‘Rescue the Roots’ campaign and help protect grassroots youth music projects.

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Youth Music Awards Categories 2025

Discover the 11 categories covering a wide range of talents and achievements that will be celebrated at the Youth Music Awards 2025.

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Industry Connect Communications Toolkit

Explore the Industry Connect Fund Communications Toolkit – your guide to making the most of your grant. Packed with resources, tips, and guidance to help you amplify your message and meet grant requirements.

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NextGen Community Event Series 2025: What's On

Discover the NextGen Community events planned for 2025. Popping up all over the UK, learn from industry leaders and insiders, and well as meet and network with other young creatives.

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Red Bull Culture Clash - Ticket Giveaway T&Cs

View the T&Cs for our ticket giveaway to Red Bull Culture Clash London, on Saturday 8 March at Drumsheds.

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Maya Egbo: From Backstage to BRITs

As she prepares for the BRIT Awards 2025, Youth Music NextGen presenter Maya Egbo reflects on the rollercoaster nature of her career and why embracing the journey is just as important as the destination.

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The Future of Queer Inclusion in Classical Music

NextGen writer Erin Townsend dives into the paradox of queer visibility in music - where LGBTQ+ artists dominate the charts, yet still battle deep-rooted barriers, especially in classical music - and explores how musicians and advocates are reshaping the industry to be truly inclusive.

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Accessibility Statement

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

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I have an Industry Connect Grant

Everything you need to know about being an Industry Connect funded partner. 

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Queering the Music Room: Building Inclusive Spaces for the Next Generation

How can music education become more inclusive for LGBTQIA+ young people? Explore how musicians and educators are queering the music room to create radical, affirming spaces.

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NextGen Fund Round 10 Recipients

Announcing the recipients of the tenth round of the Youth Music NextGen Fund: 33 young creatives bringing their ideas to life with a grant of up to £3,000.

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resources

Logos for NextGen Fund Recipients

Get the Youth Music logo in three colours, plus usage guidelines for your project’s marketing and publicity materials. Download now.