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International Women’s Day 2025 Accelerated Action in Scottish Music: Insights from SMIA Co-Chairs Anneliese Harmon and Sarah Johnston
International Women’s Day celebrates the achievements of women across every sector, shining a light on their impact and encouraging further progress. This year’s theme, ‘accelerated action’, urges us to work harder, and move faster and more effectively towards equality. To explore what this means in the Scottish music industry, we spoke to our two Co-Chairs…
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Jen Anderson on the MMF Accelerator Programme: Shaping a Future in Music Management
Since its launch in 2019, the MMF Accelerator Programme has played a crucial role in supporting artist, songwriter, DJ, and producer managers across the UK. Backed by YouTube Music, Arts Council England, Creative Scotland, PPL and the Scottish Music Industry Association, the programme offers a unique combination of financial and educational support, providing managers with…
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Aimmi Dunsmuir on the MMF Accelerator Programme: Building Confidence and Community in Music Management
The MMF Accelerator Programme, supported by YouTube Music, Arts Council England, Creative Scotland, PPL and the Scottish Music Industry Association is the world’s only independent funding and professional development programme designed exclusively for artist, songwriter, DJ, and producer managers. The programme has provides 12-month grants of up to £12,000, alongside expert-led professional development training, to…
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Creative Scotland Multi-Year Funding Decisions and Sector Support Signposting
Creative Scotland announced the organisations who have been successful in applying for their Multi-Year Funding programme (2025-28). Over £200m has been allocated to 251 organisations, with a further £3.2m for 13 development-stage organisations. You can read our SMIA statement on what this means for Scotland’s music sector and engage with our conversation here. We have…
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#InvestInCulture: Fergus McCreadie – Nurturing World-Class Creativity in Scotland
As part of the #InvestInCulture campaign, we’re highlighting the voices of creatives across Scotland’s music sector. Below, Fergus McCreadie shares his journey and reflects on the vital role arts funding has played in his career: “From the early days of my journey in playing music right up until present day, funding for the arts has…
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#InvestInCulture: Hen Hoose – Fostering a more equitable and accessible space within Scotland’s music industry
As part of the #InvestInCulture campaign, we’re highlighting the work of creatives and organisations working in Scotland’s music sector. Below, Tamara Schlesinger, the founder of Hen Hoose, shares her experience and the impact that support has had on her career and the Collective: “I’ve worked as an artist in the music industry for over 20…
