Trailblazer Round 7 - Grant Awards

Discover the 31 great organisations we funded through the Trailblazer Fund Round 7.

Trailblazer Round 6 - Grant Awards

Discover the 26 great organisations we funded through the Trailblazer Fund Round 6.

Catalyser Fund Round 4 - Grant Awards

See the recipients of Catalyser Fund Round 4 grants. 

Queering the Music Room: Building Inclusive Spaces for the Next Generation

How can music education become more inclusive for LGBTQIA+ young people? Explore how musicians and educators are queering the music room to create radical, affirming spaces.

NextGen Community Event: The Role of Record Labels in Today's Music Industry

Our first NextGen Community event of 2025 headed to Leeds for an evening of expert insights, live performances and networking. 

International Women's Day: Women’s Place in the Music Industries

This International Women’s Day, we examine the underrepresentation of women behind the scenes of the music industries, and how finding and supporting the right grassroots organisations can change that.

In Conversation with Dani Stephenson, President of Straight Forward Music

In an interview with Youth Music, Dani shares his personal journey and the insights he has gained from his experiences.

NextGen Community Event Series 2025: What's On

Discover the NextGen Community events planned for 2025. Popping up all over the UK, learn from industry leaders and insiders, and well as meet and network with other young creatives.

Rising Together

We talked to seven passionate young creatives from our NextGen community about their careers, skills, and dreams.

Youth Music’s Industry Connect Report Calls for Change

Our Industry Connect Report supports young creatives facing barriers to the music industry. We're calling for a cross-industry coalition to transform access to music careers.

NextGen Community Event: Building Meaningful Brand Collaborations as a Creative

For our final NextGen Community event of the year, we joined forces with Levi's and YGN for a free event on the power of brand partnerships and personal branding in today’s creative landscape.

Youth Music's Workforce Demographic Data

Explore how workforce diversity data drives change, informs priorities, and strengthens our organisation through inclusive actions.

Spotify Partners With Youth Music to Launch Fund Supporting Grassroots Youth Spaces

The Spotify and Youth Music Fund aims to preserve and protect at-risk spaces for children and young people experiencing challenging circumstances.

5 projects innovating music-making with children under 5

Discover 5 innovative music projects transforming early childhood development across the UK, from boosting babies' mental health to creating magical musical spaces.

Ensuring Every Child’s Right to Music

Music education is crucial for children, but access is unequal. Our SONG report calls for action to ensure all children benefit.

Parent Spotlight: the importance of family knowledge in developing long-standing relationships with young people with additional needs

Shirley and Oscar share how music transforms lives through tailored sessions and innovation.

Department for Education national conversation on the curriculum and assessment system

Join the national conversation on curriculum and assessment reform led by the Department for Education.

New Report Highlights Potential of Singing to Impact on Wellbeing of Young Refugees

Youth Music Makes Music Possible at Early Years Sessions

No Grass Without Roots

The past two Mercury Prize wins highlight the crucial role grassroots music plays in shaping the future of the industry. It’s time to stand up for grassroots youth and community music. 

NextGen Community Event: How to Grow Your Community As a Young Creative

We've rounded up expert advice on how to network and build a community, from our panel of music industry insiders at our NextGen Community event in Glasgow.

Circle Of Light record their 5th album!

The Accessible Future of Festivals

Rising costs and accessibility barriers are making festivals less inclusive. We explore five key changes that could make them fairer, safer, and open to all.

COL Mentors Share Creative Skills With Shug Studios