Author: Daria Jaszcz

  • OPPORTUNITY: SMIA BOARD CHAIR

    OPPORTUNITY: SMIA BOARD CHAIR

    We are seeking an experienced executive with a wide ranging knowledge of the Scottish music industry to chair the Scottish Music Industry Association.   About SMIA The Scottish Music Industry Association (SMIA) exists to strengthen, empower and unite Scotland’s music industry, and increase its value on the world stage: economically, socially and culturally.   Our…

  • OPPORTUNITY: #RSDUnsigned – GET YOUR MUSIC PRESSED & HEARD

    OPPORTUNITY: #RSDUnsigned – GET YOUR MUSIC PRESSED & HEARD

    Breed Media, born in Sheffield in 2007 and a proud member of the Key Production Group, is ecstatic to be the official vinyl manufacturing partner of Record Store Day 2023. With a rich legacy of over fifteen years, Breed Media has been the cornerstone for independent artists, offering end-to-end manufacturing solutions in vinyl, CD, DVD,…

  • OPPORTUNITY: CASIO SESSIONS – PIANO COMPETITION FOR SINGER SONGWRITERS

    OPPORTUNITY: CASIO SESSIONS – PIANO COMPETITION FOR SINGER SONGWRITERS

    Casio Music UK, in collaboration with Loop Music’s global community, proudly presents ‘Casio Sessions,’ an exclusive competition for piano-playing singer-songwriters. This intimate event is set to occur on Thursday, 21st September 2023, at the Casio G-SHOCK store on Carnaby Street, London. The grand prize? Casio’s award-winning PX-S7000 digital piano, valued at £2,249, and an additional…

  • OPPORTUNITY: DRAKE YOLANDA AWARD 2023 FOR EMERGING MUSICIANS

    OPPORTUNITY: DRAKE YOLANDA AWARD 2023 FOR EMERGING MUSICIANS

    The Drake YolanDa Award is a talent development grant which aims to financially support talented emerging artists who are creating great music, actively performing and want to pursue a career in music.    In 2023, ten outstanding artists will receive a grant of  £3,000 each.   The funds aim to bolster various aspects of a musician’s…

  • OPPORTUNITY: ANAM CREATIVE COMMISSION

    OPPORTUNITY: ANAM CREATIVE COMMISSION

    anam creative presents the eco collab, ‘water’, a unique project centered on the Scottish environment. They are inviting Glasgow-based musicians and visual artists for a collaborative endeavor to boost creativity and environmental consciousness.   What the Project Offers: A structured, week-long series of briefs designed to stimulate individual and collaborative creativity. A chance for participants…

  • OPPORTUNITY: SCOTTISH MUSIC CENTRE – MEMBERSHIP OFFICER

    OPPORTUNITY: SCOTTISH MUSIC CENTRE – MEMBERSHIP OFFICER

    Location: Glasgow City Salary: £25,000 per annum pro rata plus pension Working Pattern: 21 hours per week with occasional evening/weekend events. Contract: Part Time   The Scottish Music Centre are looking for a Membership Officer to join their Glasgow team.This position offers an opportunity to engage with musicians, support membership growth, and contribute actively to…

  • OPPORTUNITY: ISM MARKETING AND ADMINISTRATION TEAM POSITIONS

    OPPORTUNITY: ISM MARKETING AND ADMINISTRATION TEAM POSITIONS

    ISM (Incorporated Society of Musicians) is recruiting for three dynamic roles within their marketing and administration teams. These positions provide a rewarding chance for individuals passionate about music, marketing, and professional development to contribute to the music sector.   These positions offer a unique opportunity to work with the dynamic ISM team, dedicated to supporting…

  • OPPORTUNITY: TICKETMASTER CLIENT ACCOUNT MANAGER

    OPPORTUNITY: TICKETMASTER CLIENT ACCOUNT MANAGER

    Location: Glasgow Salary: Competitive (based on experience) Contract: Full-Time, Permanent   Ticketmaster is seeking a Client Account Manager in Glasgow to handle a variety of accounts, provide customer and business-focused solutions, and promote high customer service standards. The role will be critical in achieving the operational, financial, and business objectives of the Company.   Main…

  • OPPORTUNITY: PAID PERFORMANCES AT ST JAMES QUARTER

    OPPORTUNITY: PAID PERFORMANCES AT ST JAMES QUARTER

    In collaboration with the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, St James Quarter is offering 33 artists a fantastic opportunity to perform live and get paid at this year’s Street Events programme.    Each selected artist will be granted a 45-minute set, for which they will be compensated with £135. Along with the payment, they will also benefit…

  • NEWS: DECLAN WELSH & THE DECADENT WEST CHOSEN FOR 2023 STEP UP FUND

    NEWS: DECLAN WELSH & THE DECADENT WEST CHOSEN FOR 2023 STEP UP FUND

    The Glasgow-based band, Declan Welsh & The Decadent West, is one of the recipients selected for the 2023 Step Up Fund. This initiative, spearheaded by the Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) and Amazon Music, aids independent artists in accelerating their career growth.   The band comprises Declan Welsh, a prolific songwriter, guitarist Duncan McBride, bassist Ben…

  • NEWS: SCOTTISH TALENT RECOGNISED IN POWER UP SELECTION

    Congratulations to Gill Eliver (Uninvited) and Mark Tremaine (TBS Entertainment) who are among the 40 selected people from within the UK to take part in this year’s POWER UP Participant Programme.   Power Up, co-founded by PRS Foundation and Ben Wynter, works alongside several industry giants including YouTube Music, Beggars Group, Spotify, and the Black…

  • OPPORTUNITY: APPLY TO PLAY AT SXSW 2024

    OPPORTUNITY: APPLY TO PLAY AT SXSW 2024

    Applications for South by South SXSW Music Festival are currently open, offering potential Showcasing Artists an unparalleled opportunity to gain visibility and connect with key influencers from the music industry. Bands from all genres can apply to perform in Austin, Texas, from 11th-16th March 2024. This premier platform connects artists with a global audience of…

  • NEWS: THE SOUND OF YOUNG SCOTLAND AWARD 2023 OPENS FOR APPLICATIONS

    NEWS: THE SOUND OF YOUNG SCOTLAND AWARD 2023 OPENS FOR APPLICATIONS

    Today, we’ve opened applications for an award to support new Scottish talent; the Sound of Young Scotland Award. Emerging Scottish artists can now apply to win a funding package worth over £10,000 to support the creation of their debut album, with the award supported by Help Musicians, Youth Music and the Scottish Government’s Youth Music Initiative…

  • OPPORTUNITY: APPLY TO PLAY REEPERBAHN FESTIVAL 2023 

    OPPORTUNITY: APPLY TO PLAY REEPERBAHN FESTIVAL 2023 

    Applications are still open for participation in the Reeperbahn Festival 2023. The festival takes place in Hamburg, Germany from the 20th to the 23rd September 2023 and offers an opportunity for emerging international artists and industry professionals to take part in this globally recognised event.   The Reeperbahn Festival is Germany’s largest platform for the…

  • OPPORTUNITY: YOUTH MUSIC AWARDS PAID WORK EXPERIENCE

    Youth Music are offering several exciting opportunities for young individuals aspiring for a career in the music industry to be involved in the running of The Youth Music Awards 2023.   The Youth Music Awards 2023, in association with Hal Leonard Europe, is set to take place on Wednesday, 18 October 2023 at Troxy, London.…

  • NEWS: Here, There and Everywhere: UK Music Report Reveals Music Tourism’s Powerful Impact

    NEWS: Here, There and Everywhere: UK Music Report Reveals Music Tourism’s Powerful Impact

    UK Music, the collective voice of the UK music industry, has unveiled its Here, There and Everywhere report, which reveals the huge contribution of music tourism to the UK economy.   The new report outlines the impact of the eagerly anticipated resurgence of live music in 2022 – the first full year of post-pandemic festivals, gigs…