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Jägermeister’s SAVE THE NIGHT initiative is back for 2024, offering support to those working in and around nightlife who want to make a positive difference. This global platform aims to create safer, more inclusive, and sustainable spaces within the nightlife industry, providing funding from €10,000 to €100,000 to help realise innovative ideas. Open to anyone … Continued

The Immersive Arts programme is a new funding and support initiative for artists across the UK, including Northern Ireland, with the aim of helping artists incorporate immersive technologies into their creative practice. This ambitious three-year programme is open to artists at any stage of their career, regardless of their level of experience with immersive technology. … Continued

The Arts Council of Northern Ireland, in partnership with BBC Northern Ireland, are inviting applications for the NI Young Musicians’ Platform Award. This award, supported by Arts Council National Lottery funding and BBC Northern Ireland, aims to support exceptional young solo musicians from across Northern Ireland. The programme offers successful applicants financial support of up … Continued

The full panel line-up for Output Belfast 2024 has been announced. As part of Sound of Belfast, which runs from 7th to 17th November, Output Belfast is Ireland’s largest one-day music conference and showcase. It is presented by Belfast City Council/Belfast City of Music and programmed by Score Draw Music. The conference will include over … Continued

Belfast City Council has introduced the Music Matters internship programme, a new initiative to support the growth of the city’s music industry. As part of its status as a UNESCO City of Music, Belfast is committed to fostering opportunities for emerging talent, and this programme is designed to create pathways into the industry for aspiring … Continued

If you’re a Northern Irish artist wanting to elevate your career, the PRS Foundation’s International Showcase Fund supports UK-based artists ready to take their careers to the global stage. Whether you’ve already gained traction with your music in the UK or participated in successful writing and studio sessions, the fund helps cover the costs of … Continued

Arts & Business NI has been fostering partnerships between cultural and commercial sectors in Northern Ireland for over 35 years through its Investment Programme. This initiative brings creativity into the business world while delivering vital investment to arts organisations, helping build long-term collaborations that reach new audiences and support business solutions. The Investment Programme is … Continued

Northern Ireland’s first dedicated soul, jazz, and funk festival, Soultrane, is set to return to Mandela Hall in Belfast on 22nd February 2025. After a successful debut, the festival will once again feature a diverse line-up, including performances from UK neo-soul artist Terri Walker, Natasha Watts, Knats, and more. Founded by artist and Radio Ulster … Continued

The Arts Council of Northern Ireland has announced a £39,860 investment in digital arts and music initiatives, supported by The National Lottery and Future Screens NI. As part of the National Lottery Organisations Digital Evolution Awards, the funding will support organisations exploring digital and immersive technologies for the first time, with a strong focus on … Continued

From 7 to 17 November, Sound of Belfast will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a diverse programme of events, highlighting Belfast’s status as a UNESCO City of Music. Organised by the Oh Yeah Music Centre, the festival spans a wide range of genres including gospel, garage rock, electronic, and rap, with performances and events across … Continued