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Scores of UK artists pledge support to refugee concert series

Kate Tempest, Laura Mvula, Ed Sheeran and Daughter are among the British artists to take part in Amnesty International and Sofar Sounds’ global refugee solidarity concert series.

By Anita Awbi 8 Aug 2017

FastForward conference announces latest speakers

Taking place in London on 15 September, the event has added new speakers including artist manager Ellie Giles (Charli XCX) and BPI director Chris Tams.

By Lucy Doyle 8 Aug 2017

New scheme to address gender imbalance in live music

Festival Republic has partnered with PRS Foundation for ReBalance, a three-year programme providing a step-up for female led bands and solo artists.

By Anita Awbi 8 Aug 2017

Daughter unveil first videogame score

The British dream-pop trio announce their first foray into the world of videogame scores. Listen to taster track Burn it Down...

By Anita Awbi 8 Aug 2017

FanFair to help customers get refunds from online ticket touts

FanFair Alliance has published an online guide to help customers seeking refunds from secondary ticketing sites.

By Lucy Doyle 8 Aug 2017

Apply for Best Newcomer in the Production Music Awards

Applications are open for the award, which aims to highlight talented new composers that are bringing something unique to the field of production music.

By Lucy Doyle 8 Aug 2017

Emerging jazz musicians wanted for Zoe Rahman tour

Applications are now open for 10 musicians to form The Inner City Ensemble which will perform works composed by pianist Zoe Rahman.

By Lucy Doyle 7 Aug 2017

Have your say in Featured Artists Coalition survey

Take part in a Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) survey to help assess the biggest challenges faced by new and independent artists in today’s music industry.

By Anita Awbi 7 Aug 2017