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PRS Foundation announces PPL Momentum Accelerator fund

The fund is launched in partnership with Music:Leeds’ ‘Launchpad’ and with support from Arts Council England, is open again for applications from talented artists based in Yorkshire.

By Maya Radcliffe 5 Feb 2021
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The Ivors with Apple Music 2021 date announced

The awards ceremony is due to be help at Grosvenor House, London, 21 September 2021.

By Maya Radcliffe 2 Feb 2021
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PRS Foundation launches Power Up initiative

PRS Foundation’s new programme offers targeted support to remove barriers for Black music creators and industry professionals, and calls for tangible action from the music industry.

By Maya Radcliffe 25 Jan 2021
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UK Music CEO calls for government support following Glastonbury axe

The iconic music festival has been cancelled for a second year in a row as the coronavirus pandemic continues.

By Maya Radcliffe 22 Jan 2021
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Apply for Liverpool Sound City’s Rip It Up bursary

Rip It Up is a bespoke bursary programme designed to support 10 Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic artists and industry professionals who want to make an impact.

By Maya Radcliffe 21 Jan 2021
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Faber Music launches scholarship for young composers

Financial support from Faber Music has enabled the creation of ten Faber Music Bursaries, each of which will cover the full costs of a place for a young person who faces socioeconomic barriers to taking part.

By Maya Radcliffe 13 Jan 2021
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FAC announces the first 2021 Artist Ambassadors

The first round of ambassadors includes Anna Calvi, IDLES’ Adam Devonshire, Kano and Brix Smith of The Fall.

By Maya Radcliffe 12 Jan 2021
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Kwame Safo joins PRS Foundation

Kwame will oversee the management of flagship funds including PPL Momentum Music Fund, International Showcase Fund and Hitmaker.

By Maya Radcliffe 11 Jan 2021
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UK government reportedly rejected EU's offer of visa-free tours for musicians

The government had said that it tried to secure better conditions for UK touring musicians during the Brexit negotiations, but its proposals were rejected by the EU.

By Maya Radcliffe 10 Jan 2021
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