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2026 Mercury Prize 'Albums of the Year' Revealed
The 2026 Mercury Prize 12 ‘Albums of the Year’ were announced today, Thursday 30th July, on BBC Radio 6 Music and BBC Sounds by Jamz Supernova. The 2026 Mercury Prize 12 ‘Albums of the Year’ are: Dave - ‘The Boy Who Played the Harp’ Dove...
Northern Mayors unite to launch UK’s first pan-regional Music Export Office
Four Northern mayors have joined forces to launch the UK’s first pan-regional Music Export Office - a landmark new...
Generator’s Head of Programmes joins Parents and Carers in Performing Arts (PiPA) Board
Head of Programmes at the North’s leading music development agency has been appointed to the board of an influential...
Open Call - Dork is teaming up with M For Montréal to bring UK artists to the Canadian showcase
Here's how UK up-and-comers can apply to be considered for the event. Last year, Dork headed over to Canada for a...
Sonic Futures Insight: An interview with Young Rebel Set
Sonic Futures Marketing Coordinator, Olivia Carter, attended Stockton Calling, the much-loved multi-venue festival...
Newcastle Gateshead Music City Launches Foundation Report
New Foundation Report marks the first step in setting the long-term direction of Newcastle Gateshead Music City....
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...