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Ireland Champions Creativity: Basic Income for Artists Becomes Permanent Safety Net

5 months ago5 months ago04 mins

Image Credit: serezniy/123rf.com Ireland is set to launch a permanent basic income program for artists in 2026, following a successful three-year pilot that demonstrated significant economic and social benefits. The initiative aims to provide financial stability to cultural workers, a sector severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to the cancellation of live performances…

Empowering Young Artists of Color in the Music World with Carnegie Hall’s The B Side

1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

Image Credit: appalachianviews/123rf.com A new initiative at Carnegie Hall, called The B-Side, aims to address the stark underrepresentation of people of color in music management and executive roles. This program focuses on empowering young individuals from diverse backgrounds by providing them with essential knowledge and skills pertinent to the music industry. Launched in spring 2023,…