Think Pieces

Why bringing on new bands is essential, by Owen Parry, Talent Development Producer @Multi-Track & Matt Aitken, Music Programmer, Colston Hall.

Our Live Editor, Jon Kean, shares his thoughts on whether there's more room for bad reviews in the world of music journalism.

The mainstream music industry has changed and is changing. BBC Introducing's Sam Bonham delivers some interesting tips on how to get a radio station to take a risk on your music.

We assess the relationship between funding and the arts, don't worry, it's not all bad.

If I’d never been diagnosed with Lymphoma, you wouldn’t be reading this.

A lot can happen in two years. You could find true love, scrape some A-Levels, watch every episode of ‘Friends’ 221 times. Or you could produce a music magazine. BLM editor Loki Lillistone looks back in aid of our special birthday issue.

Rhys Buchanan asks if our love of limited edition releases damages the whole point of physical music.

Last Resort co-founder Adam Brooks talks of the importance in keeping things fun and free

Bhavesh Patel, Programme Manager at PRS Foundation and runs the Momentum Music Fund shares his thoughts on building momentum in the industry.

For the creative, the path of inspiration cuts through their very mind. They are able to meander through their own thoughts, witnessing the most incredible sights and sounds, all heavily laden with emotion.