Youth Music

Youth Music Awards 2024: Nominees and Sponsors

Meet the nominees, winners and sponsors of the Youth Music Awards 2024.

Original Track Award (Solo) sponsored by Levi’s®

For a track written and recorded by a solo artist.

Youth Music Awards 2023: Nominees and Sponsors

Meet the nominees, winners and sponsors of the Youth Music Awards 2023.

Youth Music Awards 2023

The fourth annual Youth Music Awards, in association with Hal Leonard Europe, took place on Wednesday 18 Oct 2023 at Troxy, London.

Youth Music Awards 2024

The fifth Youth Music Awards in association with Hal Leonard Europe took place on Wednesday 16 Oct 2024 at Troxy, London.

Give a Gig

Give a Gig brings together artists, fans and local communities who want to break down barriers for young people facing inequity, exclusion and discrimination. Anyone can get involved by putting on a gig or buying tickets.

Youth Music Awards 2019

The inaugural Youth Music Awards, in association with Hal Leonard Europe, shone a much needed spotlight on young people, focusing on the power of music and its capacity for creating change.

Youth Music Awards 2021

The second Youth Music Awards was a special coming together of the forward-thinking people and projects making, learning and earning in the grassroots UK music scene.

Youth Music Awards 2022

Lethal Bizzle, Vick Hope and more celebrated the projects and people shaping the next generation of UK music at the Youth Music Awards 2022.

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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.

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Case Study

Spotlight on Beats Bus

Beats Bus have developed a unique and exciting way to allow our young people to express to the city and to the world what Hull people have to offer.

Our Flexible Funding Policy

Whether you're applying for funding or managing an ongoing grant, we’ve got your back – from fair pay to adjusting for rising costs.

Meet Our NextGen

Discover the creatives who started their journeys with Youth Music-funded projects and went on to achieve incredible success in music. From breakthrough solo acts to MOBO Award winners, these inspiring alumni prove that the right support can turn dreams into reality.

Spotlights

Youth Music empowers young people and grassroots projects across the UK. Discover their stories and our impact.

I Need Funding

On this page you can find information about our different grant programmes, including the NextGen Fund, the Trailblazer Fund, Catalyser Fund and Energiser Fund.

Next Gen

Find your community in music – join our NextGen Community

Find your community in music – join our NextGen Community for the latest opportunities, funding, industry insights, and exclusive events. Whether you're an artist, creative, or just starting out, get the support you need to take your next step.