Music industry news uk

Here are some recent music industry news from the UK:

1. UK Music Industry Sees 10% Growth in 2022

According to a report by the UK's music industry body, UK Music, the sector saw a 10% growth in 2022, with a total value of £5.6 billion. The report also highlighted the importance of streaming, which accounted for 80% of music industry revenue. (Source: Music Week)

2. BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend to Return in 2023

After a two-year hiatus, BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend is set to return in 2023. The festival, which takes place in May, will feature a lineup of UK and international artists. (Source: NME)

3. UK Music Festivals See Record Attendance in 2022

According to a report by the Association of Independent Festivals (AIF), UK music festivals saw a record attendance of 4.5 million people in 2022. The report also highlighted the growth of smaller, independent festivals. (Source: The Guardian)

4. Sony Music UK Signs Deal with Rising Star, Joy Crookes

Sony Music UK has signed a deal with rising star Joy Crookes, who has been praised for her soulful voice and genre-bending sound. The deal will see Crookes release her debut album in 2023. (Source: Music Week)

5. UK Music Publishers See Revenue Growth

According to a report by the UK's music publishers' association, the Music Publishers Association (MPA), UK music publishers saw a 12% growth in revenue in 2022. The report also highlighted the importance of sync licensing, which accounted for 25% of publishers' revenue. (Source: Music Week)

6. Amazon Music Launches New UK Radio Station

Amazon Music has launched a new UK radio station, Amazon Music UK, which will feature a mix of popular and emerging artists. The station will be available on Amazon Music's streaming service. (Source: The Drum)

7. UK Music Export Scheme Sees Success

The UK's music export scheme, which provides funding and support to UK artists looking to break into international markets, has seen significant success. The scheme has helped artists such as Sam Fender and Yungblud achieve international success. (Source: Music Week)

8. Live Nation UK Signs Deal with The 1975

Live Nation UK has signed a deal with The 1975, which will see the band perform a series of shows in the UK and Europe. The deal is part of Live Nation's efforts to promote live music in the UK. (Source: Music Week)

9. UK Music Industry Calls for Government Support

The UK music industry has called for government support to help the sector recover from the pandemic. The industry is seeking funding for music education programs, live music venues, and music festivals. (Source: The Guardian)

10. Spotify Launches New UK Podcast

Spotify has launched a new UK podcast, "The Big Conversation", which will feature discussions on topics such as music, culture, and society. The podcast will be available on Spotify's streaming service. (Source: The Drum)

These are just a few of the latest music industry news from the UK. I hope you find them interesting!