Mick Ross on how Mercury Prize partner Generator is boosting the North's music sector

Following partnerships with Warner Music and Universal Music, North East-based development organisation Generator has been central to this year's Mercury Prize in Newcastle by organising the Fringe activity as a showcase for the region. Ahead of the October 16 ceremony, CEO Mick Ross outlines Generator's vision for nurturing talent in the region ...

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Funfair and Heatwave Records are building on their global impact with some key appointments. Andrew Birchall has been promoted to head of A&R at Funfair/Heatwave Records, while Jade ...

Ticketmaster appoints Saumil Mehta to lead on AI opportunities

Ticketmaster has appointed Saumil Mehta as its new global president. In the announcement, Ticketmaster said that Mehta would “execute AI opportunities”. He will report to Live Nation CEO ...

LIVE Trust outlines grant strategy for grassroots sector

The LIVE Trust has published its initial grant making strategy detailing its approach to investing in programmes that benefit grassroots venues, artists, promoters, and festivals. It covers the ...

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