The BRIT Awards going down exterior of London for the primary time could be a milestone for the north of England however younger musicians in host metropolis Manchester – and the broader north – nonetheless face important obstacles to accessing alternatives, a prime charity has warned. As a charity supporting marginalised younger individuals to make and monetise music, Youth Music distributes round £10 million yearly, with 86% of its funding directed exterior London. Of this, greater than £1 million (£1,003,053) is invested annually in grassroots youth music tasks and rising expertise throughout the North West, spanning 30 organisations and people.
The funding tackles persistent regional inequalities highlighted in Youth Music’s Sound of the Next Generation (SONG) report: Despite two in three younger individuals within the North West saying they couldn’t stay with out music, solely 53% imagine all younger individuals have equal entry to music alternatives, in comparison with 61% in London. The findings level to ongoing structural obstacles, together with fewer native business connections, much less entry to decision-makers, and restricted alternatives to carry out and progress.
The charity says that whereas main business occasions such because the BRIT Awards can shine a light-weight on regional creativity, Youth Music’s ongoing funding in grassroots youth music tasks focuses on strengthening native infrastructure and supporting long-term expertise growth.
Carol Reid, Interim Co-CEO of Youth Music, mentioned: “It’s hugely encouraging to see the BRITs move to Manchester, celebrating the region’s incredible music scene.
“Moments like this matter, but they also highlight that many young people still face barriers to accessing the industry. That’s why Youth Music invests directly in grassroots youth music projects and emerging talent across the North West, with 10% of our funding supporting marginalised young people locally.
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“We hope this moment helps drive continued investment to all corners of the UK, diversifying the talent pipeline and strengthening the already world-leading British music scene for the future.”
“As the spotlight turns north, the focus remains on ensuring talent from all regions can thrive long after the awards night ends.”
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