Month: January 2026

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Polaris Tour – Soundcamp 2025

Eight grassroots artists were selected to embark on a six-month journey to grow their musical skills, networks, industry knowledge, and careers, culminating in 2 shows at Brixton and Manchester Blues Kitchens on the 25th (Ldn) and 26th (Mcr) of February 2026. 

We would also like to welcome the incredible Jamz Supernova, who will be hosting the tour.

Soundcamp is a Reform Radio project funded by Youth Music. Led by Tom Leah [Werkha], working with artist mentors Jack Kong [Cooper T] and Lay FullStop, and in partnership with Blues Kitchen, Ableton, Pirate Studios, and We Are Indigo.

Starting in October 2025, this edition of the programme has so far welcomed industry experts such as the head of music at Factory International, the co-founder of Daytimers Collective, PRS, and platinum artist manager LZ to provide industry insight to our 8 artists. 

As the Brits land in Manchester this year for their legendary awards ceremony at Coop Live, we are proud to announce that the Soundcamp’s, POLARIS Tour will be officially include the Brits Fringe 2026 programme. Big thanks to the producers Brighter Sound who are working on partnership with Manchester City Council, Manchester Music City, GMCA and Manchester Accommodation Bid who have got us involved.

In this edition of Soundcamp, the 2-day POLARIS tour is named, planned, budgeted, marketed and executed by our 8 artists themselves. The process is aimed at providing our cohort with invaluable experience and versatility, leading to meaningful employment and performance opportunities in an ever-changing industry. 

POLARIS TOUR DATES:

Wednesday 25th February 2026 – Brixton Blues Kitchen, London 

Thursday 26th February 2026 – Manchester Blues Kitchen, Manchester

Check out our amazing artists’ pages:

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EARLY CAREER PROMOTER FUND – PRS FOUNDATION

Early Career Promoter Fund recognises the vital role independent promoters play in supporting the talent pipeline across England, and offers grant funding and capacity building support, with the aim of bolstering the local, regional and national ecosystems.

Grants of up to £3,500 will be available to support a range of activity, including:

  • The booking, programming and promotion of gigs, concerts, club nights, showcases, tours and other performances
  • Costs associated with those activities (including venue hire, production, artist and/or DJ fees, crew fees, administration and other related costs)
  • Capacity building (including mentoring, coaching, shadowing, workshops, masterclasses, and other skill building and networking opportunities)
  • Other expenditure which helps grantees to programme a diverse range of artists, develop new audiences and build their skills

The fund aims to help emerging promoters to do what they do best – book and promote shows to develop scenes, support artists and DJs and to reach and engage audiences locally, regionally, and nationally, and build sustainable careers in the grassroots music sector. Those receiving support will be able to step up to book and promote talent at a scale beyond their current level, and build their capacity, skills and networks.

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Opportunities for Songwriters – PRS Foundation

As a songwriter, why not throw yourself into a new opportunity in 2026? From applying for funding initiatives to signing up to freestyle challenges, there are a host of openings for songwriters to explore in January as the music industry clicks back into gear following the festive break.

We’ve pulled together five opportunities for songwriters to check out in January 2026 — click here to find out more.