Introducing Launches Northern Ireland Partnerships
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BBC Introducing is creating music scene partnerships with key talent development organisations across the UK to strengthen the pathway for local artists to gain national exposure.
The first partnership of its kind launched in the North-East, bringing together organisations with a shared commitment to artist development. Building on its success, BBC Introducing has launched its second regional partnership in Northern Ireland as part of the BBC's Summer of Unmissable Music.
North-East Partners
Generator
The Glasshouse International Centre for Music
The Fire Station, Sunderland
Tees Music Alliance
Middlesbrough Town Hall
Northern Ireland Partners
Oh Yeah Music Centre
Glasgowbury
Shine
The Limelight, Belfast
The Nerve Centre, Derry
Waterfront Hall and Ulster Hall
The partnerships bring together venues, educators, promoters and cultural organisations to create stronger, more connected local music scenes, helping artists develop in their hometowns and then progress to some of the UK's biggest platforms, including Glastonbury.
Belfast
Friday 13 November
As part of the BBC Introducing in Northern Ireland partnership, BBC Introducing and Shine will be at Ulster Sports Club for a new music showcase on Friday 13 November. Hosted by BBC Introducing's Taylor Johnson, the live sets will also be reflected on BBC Introducing in Northern Ireland on Radio Ulster.