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The UK’s jazz scene continues to thrive, with an exciting wave of fresh, diverse voices redefining the genre. But for many up-and-coming musicians, breaking into the industry remains a challenge. Through PPL Giving, PPL supports Jazz re:freshed’s mission to elevate underrepresented performers by amplifying new talent, supporting international opportunities for UK jazz artists and championing diversity in jazz. Follow the link below to read more on Jazz:refreshed and for information on their weekly talent showcases 🔗

PPL has signed the Statement on AI training, an open letter from thousands of musicians, authors, artists, actors, creators and creator rights organisations around the world. You can add your signature below 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e33_-f7C

As part of our ongoing mission to grow our international reach, our international team share how they’re helping PPL expand globally.   From improving global data exchange to sharing licensing expertise and building strong relationships with our CMO partners, here are the key moments from 2024 so far.   https://lnkd.in/e2VXhZXp

Thank you to Youth Music for an incredible evening celebrating the most forward-thinking projects and trailblazers across the music scene. We were very happy to sponsor the Outstanding Project Award, recognising a Youth Music funded project that pushes the boundaries to promote inclusive music making. Congratulations to all the nominees and especially to The Spit Game for collecting the trophy. Youth Music work continuously to help young people change their life through music. We are proud to support them and the important work that they do 👏 📸 Sarah Wall Reiss Higgins Daniel Robinson Faisat Oluokun Oliver Hickey Suzi Ibbotson #YMAS24

Online voting is live for the 2024 PPL APM Performer Director elections. Voting details have been sent to Eligible Performers or the representative designated to manage their PPL account.  Follow the link for more info and to read the candidate statements 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ehuXpU-X

PPL appointed to collect neighbouring rights royalties for John Lennon and Yoko Ono 🌟 This means we will collect broadcast and public performance royalties in markets where such rights exist for the estate’s interests in John Lennon, Yoko Ono and The Beatles. John Lennon is one of the most revered and iconic musicians of all time and his influence and impact on our music and cultural landscape is beyond compare. Similarly, Yoko Ono is now regarded as a trailblazing multi-genre artist whose work is still being discovered and celebrated today. Together, John and Yoko became the voices of a generation through their music, art and activism.  The John Lennon Estate said: “PPL has shown they are the leaders in advocating for neighbouring rights globally. We have the utmost respect for the team and look forward to working with them.” Read the full announcement, including a rundown of the Top 10 Most Played John Lennon recordings of the 21st century 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eq6RvNJU

Congratulations to Nordoff and Robbins on an incredible Legends of Football event, bringing together the worlds of music and football while raising over £270k for music therapy ⚽ 🎶 This year’s event celebrated the careers of the latest #LOF inductees, Wayne Rooney and Fara Williams, as well as an electric performance from The Courteneers. We are proud to continue sponsoring the #LOF event for Nordoff & Robbins, the UK’s largest music therapy charity who last year helped over 13,000 people connect and communicate through music. To find out more about Nordoff & Robbins, or to donate, follow the link below: https://lnkd.in/d7W7NvZa

Pop-soul viral sensation Lusaint has signed with PPL for the collection of her international neighbouring rights royalties 🌟 The signing comes after the Manchester-based singer-songwriter released her debut EP Self Sabotage last month. Earlier this year, Lusaint was awarded support through the PPL Momentum Music Fund, our scheme that offers career-boosting grants to artists and bands at a pivotal point in their development.  Our Chief Membership and People Officer Kate Reilly - Hurter adds: “Supporting emerging artists through the PPL Momentum Music Fund is an essential part of what we do at PPL. We’re happy to have supported Luisant in recording her EP and look forward to building our relationship." You can read the full announcement below 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e8KBbX9f

Less than a week to apply to be on PPL’s Performer Board!   If you are an eligible performer and would like to stand as a Performer Director, or nominate a candidate to do so, please submit candidate nominations by 12.30pm on Wednesday, 9 October 2024.    The results of the election will be announced as part of our Annual Performer Meeting on 14 November.   And don’t forget to confirm your attendance by emailing apm@ppluk.com 📨 You can download the Candidate Nomination Form below: https://lnkd.in/eR7HmGhD

We’re very proud to continue our long-term collaboration with Music Minds Matter as part of our commitment of giving back to music. The funding will help the charity to deliver its critical mental health support at a time of high demand, with funds going directly to supporting the mental health of musicians across the UK. PPL has supported Music Minds Matter for the past three years. In 2023, Music Minds Matter was able to help over 3,300 musicians and individuals working in the music industry but there are many more still in need of support. Speaking on the announcement, our Chief Membership & People Officer, Kate Reilly - Hurter said: “Mental health struggles are very real for people who work across all facets of the industry. We’re proud to continue our long-term collaboration with Music Minds Matter so they can deliver tailored mental health and wellbeing programmes and wellbeing support for all those who need it, when they need it.” You can read more on the announcement below 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eufUJhst Sarah Woods Help Musicians