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In Conversation with Dani Stephenson, President of Straight Forward Music

In an interview with Youth Music, Dani shares his personal journey and the insights he has gained from his experiences.

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Next Gen Spotlight: Mari Mathias

Meet Youth Music NextGen Fund artist, Hillarynx, a London-based artist making velvety smooth neo-soul. 

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Next Gen Spotlight: Lemonade Shoelace

Lemonade Shoelace is an explosive psychedelic project by Ruairi Richman. The Irish artist aims to load up the senses with colour, rich melodies and textures of sound that embrace the last 50 years of popular music, all written, produced and recorded by himself within the walls of his small bedroom studio.

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Next Gen Spotlight: Lemonade Shoelace

Lemonade Shoelace is an explosive psychedelic project by Ruairi Richman. The Irish artist aims to load up the senses with colour, rich melodies and textures of sound that embrace the last 50 years of popular music, all written, produced and recorded by himself within the walls of his small bedroom studio.

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Next Gen Spotlight: Rianne Lewis, Run It

Youth Music NextGen Fund recipient, Rianne Lewis, is the founder of RUN IT, a music and networking events series. 

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Next Gen Spotlight: Mari Mathias

To celebrate Welsh Language Music Day (9 February), Youth Music NextGen Fund artist Mari Mathias discusses the importance of celebrating folklore, tradition and the Celtic language through music, as well as her upcoming collaborative EP, and the growing vibrancy of the Welsh language music scene. 

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Funding Help and Support

Need funding for your music project? Explore resources, tips, and guidance to help you apply, manage, and make the most of Youth Music funding.

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Access Support

Youth Music is committed to accessibility. Learn how our Access Support, Application Access Fund, and personal access costs help break down barriers to funding and participation.

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Fund Picker Tool

Not sure which Youth Music Fund suits you? Use our easy Fund Picker Tool to get quick suggestions and explore your options.

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Next Gen Spotlight: Qazi & Qazi

Sisters Naadirah and Rukaiyah, Qazi & Qazi, craft ethereal harmonies and cinematic folk tales of surrender, strength, and spirit.

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Incubator Communications Toolkit

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

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NextGen Spotlight: Adlais

Adlais, meaning 'echo' in Welsh, amplifies the best of Welsh music. Founder Connor Morgans shares how NextGen Fund support brought Adlais to North Wales, championing artists and communities.

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Youth Music Awards 2023: Judges

An incredible line-up of music industry figures judged the music categories for the Youth Music Awards 2024 in association with Hal Leonard Europe. 

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Our Music (2006) Report

A 2006 Youth Music survey reveals how young people engaged with music, highlighting their preference for making music independently or with friends over school settings. Download the report.

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Creating a powerful press release for your Youth Music funded project

Learn how to craft a compelling press release to spotlight your Youth Music-funded project and showcase its impact.

Trailblazer and Catalyser Communications Toolkit

Explore the Youth Music Communications Toolkit – your guide for maximising your Arts Council England-funded project with resources, tips, and guidance to amplify your impact

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2025 with Youth Music: How To Get Involved

Discover what’s coming up at Youth Music in 2025! New funding, live events, a website revamp, and more ways to support young creatives. Read on to get involved.

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Youth Music Awards 2024: Judges

An incredible line-up of music industry figures judged the music categories for the Youth Music Awards 2024 in association with Hal Leonard Europe. 

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Safeguarding Minimum Standards – Advice for Applicants

Learn how to meet Youth Music’s safeguarding minimum standards and strengthen your policies for funding applications.

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Safeguarding - guidance and considerations as organisations move learning online

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