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UK Music's Chief Executive Tom Kiehl speaking on the importance of grassroots venues, rehearsal spaces and studios to the music industry's talent pipeline, and how we need more music teachers to ensure that all children have access to a music education. "Last year, music tourism spending increased by 21%, generating a total of 8 billion across local economies, a fantastic achievement. "It's worth remembering, however, that there wouldn't be any music without music creators. "Singers, songwriters, musicians, producers, sound technicians, and everyone else in our industry needs to learn their craft and hone their skills. "The opportunities for many artists are becoming increasingly squeezed with continued problems for music venues, studios and rehearsal spaces, and we need an army of new music teachers to help nurture our talent pipeline on which the music industry relies." Find out more about the work that UK Music does to champion, collaborate and campaign for music at www.ukmusic.org. #UKMusic #MusicIndustry #GrassrootsVenues #MusicEducation #MusicTeachers #MusicCreators #MusicTourism #LocalEconomies #MusicVenues #TalentPipeline

What a year for British music! Despite challenges, our industry continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience and growth: Key achievements: Record £7.6bn economic contribution £4.6bn in exports 216,000 jobs supported 19.2M music tourists generating £8bn From political engagement to industry research, education initiatives to diversity campaigns - we've worked tirelessly to champion UK music. Read our full 2024 review: https://lnkd.in/emmdpGsX

It's time for a new Music Industry Strategy 🎵 The UK music industry contributes £7.6bn to our economy and has significant growth potential. To maximize this, we're calling for: A dedicated music strategy focused on growth Effective business rates reform for cultural spaces Competitive VAT rates on tickets aligned with EU Strong creator protections in AI development These measures would help cement music's place at the heart of the UK's economic future.

Mentioned in The Guardian, Tom Kiehl outlines how Brexit continues to harm the UK's £7.6bn music industry and what needs to be done to fix it. Key issues facing musicians: Increased bureaucracy and costs Complex visa requirements Equipment carnet restrictions Limiting cabotage rules The solution? A bespoke UK-EU cultural touring agreement that includes: Visa-waiver for short-term creative visits Extended Schengen stays beyond 90/180 days Simplified equipment transportation rules Read the full piece in The Guardian: https://lnkd.in/eSK_8_By

Today marks the launch of the Creative Rights in AI Coalition, uniting publishers, authors, artists, music producers, and creative organizations to protect copyright as AI policy develops. Key findings from YouGov polling: 72% support creator royalties for AI training 80% back transparency in AI model training Our three principles focus on: Dynamic licensing with robust copyright protection Creator control and transparency Driving growth across creative and tech sectors The UK's £100bn+ creative industries deserve a framework that protects rights while enabling innovation. Join us in building a future that values human creativity. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e8pz_kkF

At the House of Commons, the APPG on Music hosted a crucial session on protecting musicians' mental health, featuring expert insights from Tamsin Embleton and Peter Robinson of the Music Industry Therapist Collective (MITC). Key points discussed: Musicians are 4x more likely to experience anxiety disorders Need for enhanced freelancer protections Current industry support systems and gaps Potential legislative solutions Strong cross-party attendance demonstrated Parliament's commitment to addressing this vital issue, which has gained renewed attention following recent events. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eC_RHP_X

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The team at UK Music Ltd have just launched a major survey to explore the economic impact of Black British music and its contribution to the industry. If you're an artist, creator and/or industry professional, take the survey now to reveal the true economic value of Black music🎶 ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gPzZQDYz #BlackMusicSurvey #ArtistsSpeak #MusicEconomics #IndustryInsights

AI presents both opportunities and challenges for our £7.6bn music industry. This Is Music 2024 calls for balanced regulation that: Protects creators' rights Enables innovation Safeguards intellectual property Supports sustainable growth Maintains human creativity at the heart of music Read our detailed recommendations for responsible AI development in music: https://lnkd.in/ej2qVrRu

Music isn't just about culture - it's a key driver of the UK economy. Our This Is Music 2024 report shows how: Each day, our industry adds £20.8m to the UK economy We're supporting over 216,000 skilled jobs nationwide British music generates £12.6m daily in exports These aren't just numbers - they represent thousands of careers, hundreds of businesses, and countless opportunities for future talent. From studio technicians to venue managers, marketing professionals to musicians, we're creating sustainable careers and driving economic growth across every region of the UK. Discover the full economic impact of British music: https://lnkd.in/ej2qVrRu