Outernet Venues Commits to Yearlong Youth Music Partnership Supporting 'Rescue the Roots'

Outernet Venues has committed to its first ever yearlong charity partnership which puts young creatives centre stage, raising vital funds for ‘Rescue the Roots’.

One box isn’t enough - How we’re rethinking diversity data at Youth Music

At Youth Music, we’re reworking how we collect diversity data—placing inclusive language and lived experience at the centre. Find out what we’ve learned so far.

What Went Down at Our 'Rescue the Roots' Industry Launch Event

We celebrated the launch of our 'Rescue the Roots' fundraising campaign with an industry launch event at The Lower Third in London on 9th April. From a panel to performances and tasty takeout, find out what went down.

NextGen Community Event: Making Your Mark as an Independent Creative

In association with Bandcamp and YGN, our second London-based NextGen Community event of 2025 explored how independent artists and creatives can stand out in 2025.

Flip The Beat Challenge with Soundtrap and Supermann on da beat

We've teamed up with Soundtrap and Youth Music NextGen Fund producer Supermann on da beat for the 2025 Flip The Beat Challenge. Remix an exclusive beat from Supermann in Soundtrap, showcase your sound, and win big!

Anthony Burrill Designs Protest 'Rescue the Roots' T-Shirts

Renowned graphic artist Anthony Burrill has designed protest t-shirts to rally support for our ‘Rescue the Roots’ campaign.

Trailblazer Round 8 - Grant Awards

Discover the 36 organisations funded through Trailblazer Fund Round 8.

Rescue the Roots: Our Urgent £1 Million Fundraising Campaign

To address the funding crisis threatening grassroots youth music projects across the country, we're launching an urgent, £1 million ‘Rescue the Roots’ fundraising campaign.

NextGen Community Event: Behind the Scenes in A&R

In association with Kobalt and YGN, our first London-based NextGen Community event of 2025 featured a panel on the world of A&R, networking and performances from NextGen Fund artists.

NextGen x Bandcamp: Sign Up For Our Free Events This Spring

We're teaming up with Bandcamp to host two FREE events this spring. In March, learn everything you need to know about releasing on Bandcamp with our online workshop. In April, we're hosting a networking event in East London with a panel and performances, diving into what it's like being an independent artist in 2025.

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.

Maya Egbo: From Backstage to BRITs

As she prepares for the BRIT Awards 2025, Youth Music NextGen presenter Maya Egbo reflects on the rollercoaster nature of her career and why embracing the journey is just as important as the destination.

The Future of Queer Inclusion in Classical Music

This LGBT+ History Month, Youth Music NextGen writer Erin Townsend dives into the paradox of queer visibility in music—where LGBTQ+ artists dominate the charts, yet still battle deep-rooted barriers, especially in classical music—and explores how musicians and advocates are reshaping the industry to be truly inclusive.

Breaking Barriers: The Grassroots Record Label Championing Young Female Scottish Talent

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. 

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.

2025 with Youth Music: How To Get Involved

Discover what’s coming up at Youth Music in 2025! New funding, live events, a website revamp, and more ways to support young creatives. Read on to get involved.

Trailblazer Round 7 - Grant Awards

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

NextGen Feedback Survey 2023

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

Youth Music’s Industry Connect report reveals the need for more cross industry partnership to safeguard the future of music

Youth Music’s Industry Connect report calls for cross-industry collaboration to remove barriers for young creatives and secure the future of music.

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.