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Learn how to get a gig with Urban Development

Calling all new and emerging musicians and songwriters - join Urban Development at their seminar and learn how to get a gig.

By Jim Ottewill 9 May 2017

‘Unbearable’ tinnitus to blame for drummer’s suicide

Inspiral Carpets drummer Craig Gill committed suicide due to long suffering anxiety and sleep deprivation caused by acute tinnitus, an inquest has heard.

By Anita Awbi 8 May 2017

Metro mayors can help boost local music scenes, says UK Music

UK Music has hailed the election of six new metro mayors as an opportunity to boost the music scenes in each of the regions.

By Jim Ottewill 8 May 2017

Frank Turner to host OneFest at London’s Roundhouse

Frank Turner is to host OneFest at London’s Roundhouse in May, offering a range of live performances and panels.

By Jim Ottewill 8 May 2017

Get tickets to New Music Biennial performances

Tickets are now available for performances of the PRS Foundation’s New Music Biennial pieces in Hull.

By Jim Ottewill 8 May 2017

Economics of streaming comes under experts' scrutiny

Academics and industry experts are to gather in London next month to discuss the profitability and sustainability of music streaming.

By Anita Awbi 8 May 2017

New advice issued for UK artists travelling to US

The Musicians’ Union (MU) and British Underground have issued fresh advice for artists travelling to the US, following several cases of revoked visas at this year’s SXSW.

By Anita Awbi 8 May 2017

Music industry needs to change top tier of ‘old white boys’, says diversity champion

The music industry needs to come together to ensure the top tier of the music industry is diverse and not just ‘full of old white boys’, a diversity champion has urged.

By Jim Ottewill 5 May 2017