BBC Introducing has announced its lineup of activities for its flagship music discovery event, BBC Introducing LIVE 2024.
Set to take place across seven UK cities throughout October, this annual event will showcase live performances, workshops, open mic and open DJ deck sessions, feedback centres, and networking opportunities designed to support and inspire the next generation of musicians and music industry professionals across the UK.
Since its inception, BBC Introducing has championed unsigned British musicians through the BBC Introducing Uploader, with 23 local radio shows and six national shows on BBC Radio 1, 1Xtra, Asian Network, and 6 Music.
Many successful artists, including Ed Sheeran, Raye, Olivia Dean, Sam Fender, and Loyle Carner, began their careers with support from BBC Introducing.
BBC Introducing LIVE 2024 highlights:
Cardiff Thursday 3 October 2024
Teaming up with long standing partners Horizons and the Forte Music Project, BBC Introducing LIVE in Wales will host an unforgettable gig at The Gate on Thursday 3 October.
The live musical event is set to be a highlight of the inaugural Cardiff Music Festival, a month-long pageant celebrating the vibrant Welsh music scene with festivals, street art, and grassroots activities.
Newcastle Friday 4 October and Saturday 5 October 2024
BBC Introducing LIVE in Newcastle will consist of an incredible two-day event, with BBC Introducing collaborating with Generator Live to bring an unparalleled music industry experience for aspiring artists and creatives.
The first of two feedback sessions will see a panel of top industry professionals listen to tracks from new and emerging artists and provide invaluable feedback to the room, creating an inclusive learning environment for all attendees. The second session will explore all things BBC Introducing – a 30-minute Q&A with members of the BBC Introducing team on how to maximise exposure and make the most of the one-of-a-kind platform as an aspiring artist.
A live showcase on Saturday at Boiler Shop will then spotlight the North East’s hottest emerging musical talent, including performances from L Devine, Finn Forster, The Peevie Wonders, Cortney Dixon, Look Terrified, Sarah Johnsone, Maius Mollis, Rivkala, Alannah Lamb (DJ), NE-O, Dan Swift, and Eyeconic.
Manchester Thursday 10 October and Saturday 12 October 2024
Building on last year’s huge success and partnering with Blues Kitchen and DJ collective Our House Your House, BBC Introducing LIVE will bring an expanded open decks session to Manchester, offering fresh DJ talent the chance to showcase their skills. Full details on the sign-up process will be announced via the BBC Introducing socials and on the website.
BBC Introducing will then join forces with Beyond The Music Festival to host a live gig on Saturday 12 October, featuring a lineup of Manchester’s best new artists at the iconic Night & Day venue, hosted by BBC Introducing presenter, Roesh.
Glasgow Saturday 12 October 2024
Teaming up with Tenement Trail, BBC Introducing LIVE will host a special gig at Barras 2 with BBC Introducing presenters Phoebe I-H and Stephanie Cheape, to bring the ultimate celebration of Scottish emerging talent. To celebrate Tenement Trail’s 10th anniversary, the festival have already confirmed a special lineup of local artists including headliners Declan Welsh & The Decadent West, BBC Introducing Scottish Act of the Year winners Bottle Rockets, Redolent, Neon Waltz and more.
London Saturday 19 October 2024
BBC Introducing LIVE will take over Omeara for a day of panels, open mic and deck sessions, and an industry feedback centre. This event will offer attendees the chance to network with top tier industry leaders and receive personal feedback on their music.
BBC Introducing LIVE will also host a special day of networking and panels at London’s Southbank Centre in collaboration with futuretense exclusively for Student Radio members, BBC Introducing apprentices and Open Music trainees.
Belfast Friday 25 October 2024
Partnering with the Belfast International Arts Festival, BBC Introducing LIVE will hold a special event at Mandela Hall. The day will feature a music industry panel discussion, an open decks session for aspiring DJs, and an evening gig with a soon-to-be-announced lineup via @bbcintroducing and @belfast_int_arts_fest in the coming weeks.
Birmingham TBC
BBC Introducing LIVE will also be in Birmingham with an exclusive event curated by the BBC 1Xtra Introducing Show. Hosted by Theo Johnson, the 1Xtra Introducing Show airs every Sunday from Birmingham and is dedicated to spotlighting unsigned and undiscovered artists. More details to be revealed in the coming weeks.
For more information and updates on BBC Introducing LIVE 2024, follow BBC Introducing on social media.
Selected BIMM students will be given the incredible opportunity to assist in the production of the BBC Introducing LIVE events in Manchester, London, and Birmingham, providing them with invaluable work experience and unparalleled exposure to real-life event production in the creative industries.
