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Generator Signs Strategic MOU with Music City Council of Fukuoka
Generator has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Music City Council Fukuoka (MCCF), establishing a strategic partnership that will strengthen collaboration between the North of England and Japan across artist development,...
Newcastle Gateshead Music City appoints dynamic new Strategic Board
Newcastle Gateshead Music City appoints dynamic new Strategic Board to support ambitious plans to supercharge the...
Mayor Kim launches £4m skills programme to help local people get work in the creative industries
Create Talent North East Mayor Kim McGuinness is launching a major new £4 million programme giving local people the...
Generator Insights: The Black British Indie Shift
There is something culturally significant happening in the UK alternative scene. Jim Lexgacy, Nova Twins, Arlo Parks...
Northern House Showcases the Best of Northern Emerging Talent at The Great Escape
Northern music’s leading partners are teaming up this May to present Northern House at The Great Escape. A powerhouse...
Mick Ross recognised as MPG Unsung Hero
Last night, Music Producers Guild honoured Generator CEO Mick Ross with its Unsung Hero Award - a recognition...
UK Music Industry Strengthens Global Pathways with Japan
A new phase of UK–Japan music collaboration will take place this April, as artists and industry professionals from...
Sam Fender raises £50,000 for charity Youth Music
Fender was supported early in his career by the North East-based Youth Music-funded programme Generator and has now...
The North of England takes the Global Stage at SXSW Austin
The North of England will take a collective step onto the global stage this March as ten artists from across the...
BBC expands North East commitment to back the best homegrown storytelling and deliver for all audiences
The commitment will continue to strengthen and broaden production activity and skills produced from the region. The...
2026 Mercury Prize returns to Newcastle Following its biggest year yet in 2025
2026 Mercury Prize returns to Newcastle Following its biggest year yet in 2025, The Mercury Prize has announced its...
From Tees Valley to Hertford: Sonic Futures Artists Step Into the Spotlight
From Tees Valley to Hertford: Sonic Futures Artists Step Into the Spotlight This February, Generator’s Sonic Futures...
From Advice to Opportunity: How MIAG Support Is Shaping Artist Careers
Breaking into the music industry isn’t easy - but you don’t have to do it alone. Hear from the artists who have...