UK Music
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UK Music is the collective voice of the UK’s world-leading music industry, bringing together the industry to collaborate, campaign and champion music.
Taylor Swift, Charli XCX, Bruce Springsteen, Sam Fender and Dua Lipa helped lure a record 23.5 million music tourists to concerts and festivals in the UK in 2024, UK Music’s new Hometown Glory report reveals. Find out more and read the report here: ukmusic.org/news/taylor-sw…
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary British artist whose impact on rock and metal is impossible to overstate. Ozzy's groundbreaking work with Black Sabbath and as a solo artist helped define a genre and inspired countless songwriters…
Those at the UK Music Summer Party may have noticed our highlights reel rolling on the screens dotted around the room, providing a snapshot of the work we’ve been doing over the past 12 months. Here you can take a look at what we do and the projects we’re proud to be a part of.
Music tourism brings millions to the UK! 🎵✈️ Our #HometownGlory report shows how concerts, festivals, and venues attract visitors from around the world, boosting local economies. Check your area's stats: ukmusic.org/news/taylor-sw…
At a busy meeting hosted by the APPG on Music, MPs, Peers and industry leaders came together to discuss the critical role that music plays in driving local economic growth right across the UK. Read more on what was discussed here: tinyurl.com/mrytt7r8
An array of musical and political leaders came together at the UK Music Summer Party for a wonderful evening celebrating our world-leading music industry. A huge thank you to all who joined us for a truly memorable night!
“London is the heartbeat of global music, but sometimes the soul is in the regions.” Ammo Talwar, Chair, UK Music Diversity Taskforce celebrates the invaluable contribution regions across the UK make to our world-leading music industry.
“EDI can be a catalyst for economic growth and social transformation.” Amanda Maxwell, Chair, UK Music Futures Board, & Ammo Talwar, Chair, UK Music Diversity Taskforce highlight the impact EDI policies can deliver across the music industry in their UK Music Summer Party Speech.
'UK Music estimates 7.5m music tourists attended concerts & festivals in London last year, accounting for £2.7bn of the country’s £10bn revenue.' The @LDN_pressoffice has cited our Hometown Glory report in their story hailing London as the ‘music capital of the world’.
Incredible summer of gigs will boost the economy and show why London is the undisputed capital of music
"Music is the ultimate form of human artistry. It's in our hearts and souls. We must stop AI from stealing music." - @Tomkiehl at the UK Music Summer Party Over 300 guests from music and politics celebrated our world-leading industry at @IETLondon ukmusic.org/news/uk-music-… 🎵
Great to speak to MP’s & peers from @labour4europe on behalf of @UK_Music with colleagues from @WeAreTheMU & Live to talk about the ongoing issues for our members caused by post-brexit red tape. Thank you for your support!
Calling all teachers! 📚 Need lesson plans on music industry careers for ages 7-13? Our collaboration with @CreativeCareer5 includes presentations, videos, and resources to inspire the next generation: ow.ly/wB3U50QqpR6
“Transparency and fair remuneration will be the core principles that guide us.” Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy sent a “crystal clear” message on AI and copyright to the sector in her UK Music Summer Party speech, which you can read in full here tinyurl.com/yj6pbnfx
Earlier this week, @steviespring1 and I attended the @UK_Music Summer Party alongside many valued partners from across the industry. It was an inspiring evening that brought together music creators, policymakers, and industry leaders to celebrate the incredible cultural and…
“Music enriches our cultural fabric and our economy.” In his UK Music Summer Party speech, our Chief Executive @Tomkiehl underscores the far-reaching benefits music brings to people in communities across the country. You can read his speech in full here: tinyurl.com/bdhmkcsw
Our Chief Executive @Tomkiehl outlines the music sector’s position on copyright and AI in his UK Music Summer Party speech, urging politicians to stop big tech firms stealing the work of our creative industries. You can read Tom’s speech in full here tinyurl.com/bdhmkcsw
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UK Music was delighted to host Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy at our Summer Party, where she gave a rousing speech on the power of music and why the Government has identified it as a key part of its growth plan. You can read her speech in full here tinyurl.com/yj6pbnfx
‘If it doesn’t work for the creative industries we will not do it.’ The Culture Secretary said in her UK Music Summer Party speech that Government will not proceed with controversial copyright changes without the sector's backing. Read her speech here: tinyurl.com/yj6pbnfx
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at the UK Music Summer Party! It was great to welcome so many incredible people from the worlds of music and politics. We are delighted to share our photo gallery from the night, which you can view here: tinyurl.com/bdfm83ft
