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David Martin, CEO of the Featured Artists Coalition, on venues charging commission on merch sales, and supporting emerging artists with their Step Up funding
Aug 10, 2023
David Martin, CEO of the Featured Artists Coalition, discusses venues charging commission on merch sales and supporting emerging artists with Step Up funding. They address the FAC's 100% Venues campaign against commission and how they're injecting cash and connections into artist careers. They also talk about the importance of artists understanding the business side of music and highlight campaigns related to freelancer payment and post-Brexit touring. Plus, they explore musical influences and Joy Division's dark sound.
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- The Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) is campaigning against venues that charge commission on artists' merchandise sales, creating a public database of venues that charge zero commission.
- The Step Up Funding Prize, supported by Amazon Music, provides financial grants, mentorship, and industry support to emerging artists at a critical point in their careers.
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Step Up Funding Prize for Emerging Artists
The Step Up Funding Prize, supported by Amazon Music, provides financial support for emerging artists at a critical point in their careers. It aims to bridge the gap between starting to build a fan base and reaching a more professional level. The program offers financial grants of up to £8,000, as well as mentorship and industry support to help artists advance to the next stage of their careers. By addressing the need for financial support and guidance, the program aims to empower emerging artists and help them navigate the competitive music landscape.
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