Breadcrumb Home Search Search Copy URL https://www.youthmusic.org.uk/search-results Search Copy URL https://www.youthmusic.org.uk/search-results Search 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. Read more Case Study Coupdekat Meet Coupdekat, a NextGen Fund Round Two artist blending modern beats and emotive vocals to tackle mental health, love, and more. Read more Case Study 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. Read more NextGen Fund FAQs Have questions about the NextGen Fund? Explore our FAQs to find out how to bring your creative vision to life. Read more 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! Read more resources 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. resources 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. Read more Evaluation and reporting hub Find guidance and templates to help plan, evaluate, and report on your Youth Music-funded project. Read more resources 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. resources Black Lives Matter - Important Information & Resources Case Study 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. Read more Original Track Award (Solo) sponsored by Levi’s® For a track written and recorded by a solo artist. Read more Case Study 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. Read more 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. Read more news 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. Read more news 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. Read more news 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. Read more 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. Read more resources 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. Pagination Previous page ‹‹ Page 10 Next page ››