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The Higher Frequency podcast

Explore The Higher Frequency podcast, where young NextGen creators across the UK discuss the music, culture, and social issues shaping our world. Listen now on all major platforms.
 

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Coupdekat

Meet Coupdekat, a NextGen Fund Round Two artist blending modern beats and emotive vocals to tackle mental health, love, and more.

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NextGen Spotlight: English Teacher

Meet English Teacher, the Rising Star Award winners at the Youth Music Awards 2022, and rising indie sensations making waves with Island Records.

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NextGen Fund FAQs

Have questions about the NextGen Fund? Explore our FAQs to find out how to bring your creative vision to life.

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Join Our Community

Be part of the Youth Music movement. Sign up for our newsletter to get the latest updates, events, and opportunities – perfect for industry pros and young creatives. Don’t miss out!

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How To Be An Artist Manager

Behind every great artist is a great manager. Explore what it takes to support an artist’s career, build industry connections, and succeed as a manager with advice from the pros.

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How to start and sustain a career in music production: interview with Bicep

Learn how Bicep built their music production career, their advice for aspiring producers, and their insights on crafting authentic tracks.

Communicating your Youth Music Funding - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Discover answers to FAQs about communicating your Youth Music funding, including event promotion, press quotes, branding guidelines, and social media tips.

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Evaluation and reporting hub

Find guidance and templates to help plan, evaluate, and report on your Youth Music-funded project.

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A beginners guide to hosting a great virtual festival

Want to create a virtual festival but don't know where to start? This guide covers everything from planning and programming to streaming and promotion, helping you host a great online event.

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Black Lives Matter - Important Information & Resources

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Tuning into Identity: Music's Role in LGBTQIA+ Self-Exploration

NextGen writer, David Simkins, examines the importance of queer representation and identification in music for young people.

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Original Track Award (Solo) sponsored by Levi’s®

For a track written and recorded by a solo artist.

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Sponsors Spotlight: Gareth Mellor, Downtown

Meet Gareth Mellor from Downtown in our Sponsor Spotlight! Gareth shares career insights, tips for young creatives, and why setting boundaries and building a strong network are keys to success.

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Original Track Award (Group) sponsored by Marshall Amplification

For a track written and recorded by a group (two or more people) from a Youth Music-funded project.

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Tackling Low Pay in the Music Industries

To coincide with Living Wage week, we reflected on why paying young people a fair wage must matter to the music industries, and what more needs to be done. 

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Are Nursery Rhymes Outdated?

New research reveals many parents see nursery rhymes as outdated. Discover how families are embracing diverse genres and why early years music needs reimagining to truly reflect children’s creativity today.

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The Importance of Networks and Communities for Emerging Creatives

The music industries are driven by connection. Even in an autonomous era of self-made social media success, the adage, “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know”, still holds an element of truth to it.


 

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Family set up Alice Gross' Youth Music Memorial Fun

The Alice’s Youth Music Memorial Fund was established in honour of Alice Gross, a talented young musician who tragically lost her life in 2014. The fund raises money through donations, concerts, and events to support music initiatives, and has raised over £70,000 to date, continuing to grow in Alice's memory.

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The Importance of Identity in Cultivating a Stand-Out Brand

How do artists create authentic brands that stand out? Explore insights from industry professionals and artists on identity, branding, and breaking the mould.

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