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[ISM @ISM_music]

The rapid growth of AI in music poses a significant threat to musicians and the entire sector.

Use our AI toolkit to learn how you can protect yourself from exploitation, and take collective action to shape a fair future for creators ⬇️
https://t.co/QUa8CzNzhG

[Help Musicians @HelpMusicians]

Please note that from 15/05/2026 we will no longer be using X. Comments and direct messages will also not be monitored after that date.

To stay updated about our work, be sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn @ HelpMusicians.

[UK Music @UK_Music]

With local elections taking place on May 7 across England, UK Music is urging newly elected leaders to back music in their local areas and sign up to our Local Music Action Charter. Find out more here: https://t.co/MbaumdQQPY

[Launchpad @_launchpadmusic]

Changing Gear from Yorkshire Sound Women Network is back!

Apply now to create new electronic music inspired by the landscapes, people and stories of the Peak District.

Deadline: 10th May

Apply here 👉 https://t.co/eFZwwHfZrN

[Music:Leeds @musicleeds]

Apply for the Of Naked Design fund for Queer songwriters from disadvantaged backgrounds

The successful applicants will get a no strings attached £2,000 fund and the chance to play OND True Pride Festival!

Deadline: 15th May

Apply here 👉 https://t.co/zaNyLEBI2Z

[Music:Leeds @musicleeds]

Save the date for Otley Music Festival 5th-14th June!

The festival will be run across 3 venues: Otley Parish Church, The Black Horse and the Horse & Farrier and most sessions will be “pay as you feel” to make it accessible to all.

Find out more here 👉 https://t.co/muqfxcOHC2

[PRS for Music @PRSforMusic]

On the road with... @DemobHappy

Currently on tour around the UK and Ireland, the Newcastle trio tell us about the 'learning curve' that comes with planning and managing a tour.

https://t.co/aYbl5ppeic

[Huddersfield Hub @HuddsHub]

An afternoon of live performance, poetry and conversation will be hosted by Huddersfield-based writer Bolouebi Solomon as a pre-launch of her debut memoir ‘All of Us’
https://t.co/JJrGrhjMRv

[Professor Benjamin Zephaniah @BZephaniah]

If you’ve ever had a love that’s “true” — hold onto it. This poem says it all. 💌#BenjaminZephaniah

[Music:Leeds @musicleeds]

Attend Onwards Festival 2026! Taking place in the Colne Valley, Yorkshire – Saturday 25th July.

Embark on a unique journey from Slaithwaite to Marsden along the canal, discovering music at every turn!

Get your tickets here 👉 https://t.co/SPhMGJAQjW

[Launchpad @_launchpadmusic]

Gain hands-on experience in real production environments with a Level 3 Diploma in Live Production Arts!

As part of The Piece Hall Academy, the course is perfect for anyone 19+ looking to break into live events and production.

Find out more here 👉 https://t.co/Cms9XgN5iQ

[BPI @bpi_music]

British music isn’t just popular, the UK public just ranked it No. 1 as the cultural export they are most proud of 🇬🇧

New research in BPI’s annual stats book ‘All About The Music 2026’ shows:

🥇27% of the public rank music as the UK’s top cultural export
🌍 Nearly 75% say it boosts the UK’s global reputation
🤝 Over two-thirds want more Government support for homegrown artists

BPI CEO Dr Jo Twist OBE:

“It’s encouraging to see that the public holds British music in such high regard and is so committed to seeing its continued success. The UK is a creative superpower both economically and culturally, as can be seen across our many world-leading creative industries.

Music speaks to the human experience in a unique and powerful way and is there for us at every moment in our lives. As we’ve seen over the last year with numerous new artists breaking through on the world stage, British music has a truly global impact - its importance and power as a cultural asset and economic force cannot be overstated.”

You can now dive into the full report for the data, trends and artist stories shaping the future of UK music in ‘All About The Music 2026’ 📊

Free for all BPI Members here: https://t.co/gF48B08AHg
Available for the public to buy here: https://t.co/9U9EVP21oL

[PRS for Music @PRSforMusic]

20 years on, ‘Valerie’ remains The Zutons most famous creation. From its initial beginnings in the back of a taxi to gaining worldwide recognition (thanks in large part to a cover by Amy Winhouse and Mark Ronson), the song continues to be the band’s calling card.

'Imagine if you had 20 songs like Valerie?’ frontman Dave McCabe tells us in a new interview. ‘You’d be a Vegas legend with a residency at a casino.’

As well as ‘Valerie’, Dave recalls the origins of The Zutons, speaks about his love of the guitar and explain why songwriters need to be like ‘a jukebox of records’.

https://t.co/eLtVWukkwj

[Professor Benjamin Zephaniah @BZephaniah]

Don’t wait.

Don’t wait to live,
to love,
to notice the small things—

Because one day
you’re fine…

And the next—
everything changes.

I asked, “Why me?”
They said, “Bad luck.”

No reason.
No warning.

Just one moment—
splitting life in two:
before…
and after.
@richardsudan

[Music:Leeds @musicleeds]

Apply for Breakthrough Weekender, from Higher Rhythm!

Successful applicants will get, a residential recording weekend with accommodation, travel an engineer and a Pro Producer. Mentoring, marketing support and more.

Apply here 👉 https://t.co/xLQk893pwp

[Launchpad @_launchpadmusic]

The Royal Albert Hall are looking for up to 8 acts to perform at the legendary venue in front of a panel of industry professionals and a live audience to win 1 year of industry support!

Open to musicians aged 14–19.

Deadline: 1st May

Apply here 👉 https://t.co/Dyf7AGGpgu

[PRS for Music @PRSforMusic]

A strong collective of songwriters, composers and publishers is what makes PRS. That’s why your vote matters in the PRS Members’ Council Ballot.

Eligible members, you have until 5pm today to vote for who you want to represent your voice on the Members’ Council. https://t.co/gS4NFtRs6l

Owned by members. Driven by music.

[Music:Leeds @musicleeds]

Listen back to Leeds DIY 2000-2010 on @NTSlive!

The mixtape attempts to document some of the groups active in the early-2000s heyday of the Leeds DIY scene. Compiled by Matthew Benn & Steven Nuttall.

Listen back here 👉 https://t.co/TuL6SvLlGG

[PRS for Music @PRSforMusic]

It's #PRSDay, we’re paying out £166.5m in royalties today to over 40,000 members. With over 600 receiving their first-ever PRS royalties.

Read more about today's distribution at https://t.co/pOGm6TilD6

Members receiving payment today can log in now to view their statements 📊

[Sacha Lord @Sacha_Lord]

Thank you @SorchaEastwood.

If you want to support Hospitality, please watch the video and sign the petition in the thread.

A sector specific VAT rate would save businesses and jobs.