English Teacher were supported in 2019 Photograph by Andy Ford
 

Launchpad Connect

 

Since 2019, over 150 artists, labels, managers and early career music professionals from across Yorkshire have been supported through Launchpad.

Launchpad Connect aims to empower existing or aspiring artists and music professionals with the skills and knowledge to navigate a career in music whilst also building an important peer support network. Successful applicants to the programme will be provided with:

  • Four one-to-one sessions with experienced music industry professionals. You’ll speak with our team who’ll help you to decide which of our advisors would be most useful for you to talk to based on your individual needs. Our advisors include radio DJs, professional artists, promoters, publicists, managers, events organisers, sync directors, accredited coaches and producers. Sessions with advisors cover management, releasing, building an identity, songwriting, live, production and much more. Find out more about our advisors HERE.

  • The opportunity to join our online community for supported artists and music professionals past and present to update each other on what they’re doing, ask questions and get support via a group chat. Our team will be available to help with any questions that the community can’t answer.

  • Regular check-ins with our Launchpad Connect project co-ordinator to assess your ongoing support needs.

  • The opportunity to attend social meet ups so that those who are able to can connect in person with current and previously supported people.

  • Invites to our regular Music Industry Insights online sessions. Topics covered in these sessions include getting release ready, promotion and marketing, managing royalties, live opportunities and funding.


All successful applicants to Launchpad Connect will be added to the roster of artists and music professionals to be considered for any opportunities that are offered to Launchpad. In the past this has included The Great Escape festival in Brighton and Live At Leeds, as well as partnership work.

You can apply for Launchpad Connect support from Tuesday 27th May 2025. The deadline to submit your application is Monday 30th June 2025 at 11pm.

Got a question? Book in a chat with Launchpad Connect co-ordinator Jon by emailing jon@launchpad-music.com

 
 
 
 
 

“The support we received through Launchpad will undoubtedly carry us through our music career, with feedback and advice that has already affected our position in the industry. Each session was invaluable, with every person really taking the time to understand us as artists as well as our work. From meeting friendly faces to learning about areas we didn't previously understand, to actionable insights that we've already put into place - we can't thank Launchpad enough for what we've gained from this.”

BUG TEETH

 

“Support from Launchpad enabled us to set up our mailing list and our advisor provided invaluable insights about music marketing for small labels. Like many people in the arts we feel like outsiders to the system so Launchpad has really helped us.”

RELEASED RECORDS

 

Launchpad Connect is delivered by Music Local and is supported by Youth Music, with public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England, PPL Giving, Leeds City Council funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and PRS Foundation's Talent Development Partnership supported by PPL.