Next Generation Sounds

A project for 16-25 year olds to build sustainable careers in the music industry.

Building sustainable careers in the music industry

Next Generation Sounds is about championing young bands aged 16-25. Our mission is clear: we're here to empower emerging musicians like you, helping you forge sustainable and fulfilling careers in the music industry. You'll receive free rehearsal and recording time, access to workshops, and tailored mentoring from music industry professionals. And we're not stopping there; we're creating a vibrant community of musicians who collaborate and thrive, right here in Brighton and beyond.

Who Can Apply?

Applications to the project are open to young bands/artists aged 16-25, in and around the Brighton and Hove area.
We're particularly looking to support young musicians who can’t afford to get their music professionally recorded.

Just fill in our short application form to apply!

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Rehearsal space, workshops & mentoring

Get access to free mentoring, workshops and rehearsal space. We're not just about music; we're here to mentor you as a band and as individual musicians, so you get the most out of this incredible opportunity.

Experience a professional recording studio

Step into a world of vintage Neve mixing desks and seasoned engineers with years of experience. It's your moment to make your music come alive. Work on your music in our pro studios and leave with your music ready for release.

Next Generation Sounds Application Form

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Your Details

Please provide some information about you

First Name*

Last Name*

Your Age*

Please enter a number from 16 to 25.

Your Email Address*

Your Contact Number*

How would you prefer to be contacted? (select all that apply)*

Phone

Band / Artist Details

We want to know more about your music! Tell us about your bands or music projects and what you want from this initiative. It's OK if you don't have any links to music or social media accounts. But feel free to add them if you'd like to.

Artist / Band Name*

Number of Band Members*

Please enter a number from 1 to 10.

Social Media Link 1

It's OK if you don't have any social media accounts, but feel free to add them if you do!

Social Media Link 2

Tell us a bit about your band/project, including any notable achievements to date*

Explain how this project will help you achieve your long term goals, and why now is the right time for you*

Do you have any accessibility requirements that you would like to make us aware of?

"*" indicates required fields

Your Name*

Your Age (artists aged 16-25 only!)*

Please enter a number from 16 to 25.

Your Email Address*

Your Contact Number*

Tell us about you and your music, including any highlights to date*

How would this project help develop your career in music?*

Do you have any access requirements that you would like to make us aware of?*

What are your favourite genres of music?*

Rap/Hip Hop

Rock

Metal

Pop

Alternative

Indie

Folk

Prove your Humanity!