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Mitsubishi Estate's £800 million investment to create 4,000 jobs in major boost for UK's creative industries

26 September 2025

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Former ITV Studio on the Southbank to become thriving creative industries hub, set to create 4000 new jobs - backing...

The rise & endless fall of the Mercury Prize…

26 September 2025

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Submitted comment by Kev Nixon, author of Brilliant Sounding Rubbish, out nowThe author's opinion does not necessarily reflect those of the...

The Scottish Album of the Year Award announces longlist for 2025

25 September 2025

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20 OUTSTANDING ALBUMS FEATURING BROOKE COMBE, JACOB ALON, KATHRYN JOSEPH, MOGWAI AND MORE IN THE RUNNING FOR £20,000 PRIZE   Stream the...

Pulp & Jeannette Lee, Craig Logan, Soul II Soul to be honoured at the 2025 Artist & Manager Awards

25 September 2025

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  Pulp and Rough Trade Management’s Jeannette Lee will receive the Artist & Manager Partnership Award, sponsored by PPL Craig will receive...

BPI invites applications to join its Equity and Justice Advisory Group (EJAG)

25 September 2025

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  Deadline for applications 5pm on Tuesday 28th October Applications invited from those committed to improving diversity, equity and inclusion in the recording...

Stuart Galbraith to Receive LIVEtime Achievement Award

25 September 2025

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Kilimanjaro Live Founder & CEO to be Recognised with Top Honour at 2025 LIVE Awards Stuart Galbraith, Founder & CEO of...

Europe’s music sector call for a comprehensive policy strategy and an ambitious budget for Europe’s music sector within AgoraEU

25 September 2025

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  We, the undersigned organisations from across Europe’s music sector, welcome the European Commission’s proposal to establish AgoraEU for 2028–2034 and...

Vertigo Live teams up with Visa to redefine music experiences

25 September 2025

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Vertigo Live, the pioneering producer of exclusive, cinematic, theatrically led intimate music experiences, today announced a new collaboration with Visa,...

Universal Music Group UK launches Fontana – legendary label becomes the new home of jazz, folk, blues and soul in the UK, helmed by Tom Lewis as President

25 September 2025

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LAURA MONKS TO TAKE SOLE LEADERSHIP OF ICONIC DECCA RECORDS, RENOWNED LEADER IN CLASSICAL AND INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC    Universal Music Group UK,...

AWAL launches in Middle East

25 September 2025

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AWAL Middle East announcement comes alongside the exclusive signing of multi-platinum Egyptian artist and regional superstar, Wegz, and Raad Records   Today,...

Angry Mob Music Group Signs Steve Stout and Jordan Sherman to Worldwide Admin Deals

25 September 2025

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  Angry Mob Music Group, an independent music publisher boldly serving songwriters, composers, artists, and creatives, has announced multiple worldwide admin deals...

Frontiers Music SRL announces signing of guitar powerhouse Jared James Nichols

24 September 2025

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  Frontiers Music Srl is proud to announce the signing of acclaimed singer, songwriter, and guitarist Jared James Nichols. Known for...

O.R.C.A. (The Organization for Recorded Culture and Arts) names Patrick Clifton Executive Director

24 September 2025

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  The Organization for Recorded Culture and Arts (O.R.C.A.) has appointed Patrick Clifton as its new Executive Director. Clifton will lead the...

Openplay signs first partnership with Japanese record label Toy’s Factory

24 September 2025

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Rights management platform strikes first deal in Japan as the country’s streaming market continues to grow   OpenPlay, the music industry’s leading...

Warner Chappell Music signs French rap icon MC Solaar

24 September 2025

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Warner Chappell Music France secures global admin deal, which spans MC Solaar’s catalog of three and a half decades   Warner Chappell...

EcoRecords with integrated NFC chip

24 September 2025

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Innovation for the long play record of tomorrow Sonopress, a leading global provider in the field of media production, is working...

Blue Raincoat Music Renew Publishing Deal with Self Esteem

24 September 2025

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Blue Raincoat Music Publishing, through its joint venture with Reservoir, has announced the renewal of its global music publishing agreement...

Live Nation & FAE Group partner with Britain’s grassroots university venues to launch new initiative

24 September 2025

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PUNCHBAG UNI: THE UNIVERSITY TOUR INVESTING IN THE NEXT GENERATION OF GUITAR BANDS, THE 15 DATE UK TOUR FEATURES VILLENELLE, FLORENTENES,...

Gilles Peterson, Ezra Collective, Fontaines D.C. and BINA. Honoured at 15th Independent Music Awards

24 September 2025

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  Gilles Peterson awarded 'Outstanding Contribution to Music', while Cosey Fanni Tutti receives 'Innovator' award' 'Best Independent Album' goes to Fontaines D.C.'s...

Armada Music Group Announces Opening of New Complex in London, Bolstering its Offerings for Artists as a Creative Hub

23 September 2025

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The brand new space features state-of-the art studios and event space to empower its global roster in the UK, and...

RCA Records UK unveils a first-of-its-kind pop up space at Mare Street Market, Kings Cross

23 September 2025

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Launching Wednesday 24th September, RCA Records UK unveils a first-of-its-kind pop up shop at Mare Street Market, Kings Cross. Presenting a physical space...

Academy Music Group unveils major technical audio and lighting upgrade and refurbishment O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire

23 September 2025

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  Academy Music Group Limited (AMG) has revealed a major investment at its beloved West London venue, O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire....

SXSW London confirms its second year in the capital as it opens 2026 submissions

23 September 2025

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Programme submissions for SXSW London 2026 - the leading European platform of convergence - open today SXSW London will return to...

Music industry business support programme GrowMusic announces new cohort

23 September 2025

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Music industry business support programme GrowMusic announces new cohort, supporting high-potential music tech startups, and launches programme at Angel Studios Launched...

Absolute appoints ex-FUGA Director Paul Purcell to oversee ground-breaking Anthology platform

23 September 2025

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Key promotions across tech and finance departments were also announced.   Absolute Label Services has appointed Paul Purcell as Director of Platform,...

Waterbear and Music Venue Trust partner for inaugural ‘Keeping Music Live’ multi-city tour

23 September 2025

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  Proceeds from tickets go directly to the charity Music Venue Trust.  Showcasing regional talent across the UK, the tour takes in...

BDi Music signs exclusive worldwide publishing deal with rapper and poet Dan Whitlam

23 September 2025

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Whitlam has earned praise from Arlo Parks and Fred Again...   BDi Music has signed rapper and poet Dan Whitlam to an...

Zebralution Announces Raft of New International Signings

23 September 2025

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Distribution Agreements signed with 8 Head, Casa Nueve, Bawo and Folded Music   Zebralution, one of the world’s leading independent digital distributors,...

Tomorrow's Warriors announces key new appointments to Board of Trustees & Senior Management Team

23 September 2025

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Tove Okunniwa MBE becomes Chair, Jez Nelson MBE & Gloria Fagbemiro FCMI appointed Trustees, Sian Lord-Baptiste appointed COO & Erin...

MusicInfra

19 September 2025

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Jules Parker, Chief Business Officer, wrote: MusicInfra (where I've just joined) has just closed a new funding round from MiddleGame Ventures, joining existing investors...

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