LIVE Trust makes first distribution of £500,000
4 February 2026
The LIVE Trust has awarded its first £500,000, prioritising grassroots venues and allocating £50,000 to independent festivals, with further funding rounds planned this year.
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The O2 forges landmark commitment to Music Venue Trust to fuel future talent
15 December 2025
The O2 Arena has partnered with Music Venue Trust, agreeing to directly donate each time the venue hosts a new headliner.
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Ticket Fairy reveals deal to distribute millions in funding to promoters worldwide
15 December 2025
Ticketing platform Ticket Fairy announces deal to offer millions in funding to festivals, venues and promoters worldwide.
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Music Ally Publishes Campaigns of The Year 2025
24 November 2025
Check out the Music Ally Campaigns of the Year report to level up the marketing strategy for your next release.
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UK Music share their annual economic report, This Is Music 2025
12 November 2025
UK Music’s annual economic report, This Is Music 2025, has been shared highlighting the sector’s growing impact on the UK economy.
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10 Minutes with Band On The Wall’s Gavin Sharp
27 October 2025
Gavin Sharp, CEO of Band On The Wall, talks about the incredible impact of the 'The World of Song' and 'Without Borders' programmes.
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Inside the Sound Roots Artist Mentoring Pathway: Ed Blunt shares his experiences
22 October 2025
The Sound Roots Artist Mentoring Pathway has been running since 2018 and equips emerging folk, roots and acoustic musicians with the skills,...
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Basic Income for the Arts to become permanent in Ireland
14 October 2025
The Irish government sets their Basic Income for the Arts program in stone, providing select creatives with €1300 a month to support living costs.
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Behind the Folk Album of the Year Award: What You Need to Know
14 October 2025
In this informative session Sound Roots CEO David Agnew explains more about the Folk Album of the Year Award and shares how artists and their representatives can apply.
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Inside the Sound Roots Artist Mentoring Pathway: Chris Avery of Filkin’s Drift shares his experiences
8 October 2025
Chris Avery of Filkin’s Drift reflects on his experience so far on Sound Roots Artist Mentoring Pathway and the current state of the industry.
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