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INTRODUCING: BRAVE NEW WORLD? 🚨 This ground-breaking new report reveals the devastating impact of GenAI on creators' livelihoods Creators are losing income and having their work stolen and the situation will only get worse without urgent action 🧵 ism.org/brave-new-world

FLASH SALE 🚨 Make Music Work 2026 is this week, and tickets are now just £5 each! 🙌 A day of expert-led panels on the big issues in music, a free lunch, networking and incredible live performances. What more could you ask for? Get your tickets ⬇️ ism.org/event/make-mus…

@DeborahAnnetts @wfpevents @229london 'AI licensing at the top level is not finding its way down to ISM members' Deborah says mechanisms need to be put in place to ensure that creators at the start of the value chain are paid for their work, not exploited by Big Tech companies.

@DeborahAnnetts @wfpevents @229london Deborah speaks about the shocking findings of our Brave New World? report, and calls for government to protect our creative industries. 73% of musicians say unregulated GenAI now threatens their ability to earn a living. Read the full report ⬇️ ism.org/brave-new-worl…

Today at Westminster Media Forum, ISM Chief Executive @DeborahAnnetts will explore the priorities for protecting the music profession, including AI and copyright protection and supporting the talent pipeline. Follow along from 12pm for the key points 🧵

Fantastic to see a record number of British artists inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year 👏 This year's inductees include Sade, Oasis and Joy Division ⬇️ bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Join us on Friday for Make Music Work in London. Tickets now £5 each or two for £8. A day of expert-led panels on the big issues in music, a free lunch, networking, and live performances from incredible musicians. To find out more and get your £5 tickets: ism.org/event/make-mus…

Calling all music students 📣 Make Music Work 2026 is this Friday and you should be there! Come along for a jam-packed day of discovery, networking and live music - AND get free ISM membership with your ticket. Join us this Friday ⬇️ ism.org/event/make-mus…

Why do we need #JusticeForCreators? Drawing on our groundbreaking Brave New World? report, this session at Make Music Work 2026 will explore how AI is destroying the creative industries and what must be done to protect our creators. Get your tickets ⬇️ ism.org/event/make-mus…

Introducing Chithrinie Nirupama 🎶 A sitarist and composer, Chithrinie fuses Indian raga-based, Sri Lankan and jazz music to create a truly unique sound. We can't wait to welcome her to Make Music Work 2026! Grab your 2 for 1 tickets now ⬇️ ism.org/event/make-mus…

ONE WEEK TO GO! 📣 Make Music Work 2026 is closing in and we couldn't be more excited. Here's the full rundown of everything you can expect on the day 👀 Don't forget, 2 for 1 tickets are now available - grab yours before it's too late ⬇️ ism.org/event/make-mus…

Essential listening from ISM Past President @nickythespence, who's brand new Music Matters series 'Curtain Up: Classical Stories of Musical Theatre' is now available on @BBCRadio3 🎧 Catch up with last week's episode ⬇️ bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00…

2-FOR-1 TICKETS 🚨 Make Music Work 2026 is just around the corner, and now you can bring a friend for FREE 👥 We can't wait to welcome you for a day full of expert panels and fantastic live music. You don't want to miss this - grab your tickets now ⬇️ ism.org/event/make-mus…

🚨 ISM Chief Executive Deborah Annetts has been selected as a member of @WeAreCreativeUK’s UK Council This body represents the full breadth of creative industries and plays a vital role in shaping impact priorities on key sectoral issues Read more ⬇️ wearecreative.uk/new-members-jo…

Music educators 📢 Have you responded to government's Progress 8 consultation yet? Dont miss this incredibly important opportunity to shape the future of music education in schools. Use our guide to help you respond⬇️ ism.org/news/guidance-…

Not long now until Make Music Work 2026! Want to join us? Every ticket gets you a chance to win one of two £100 vouchers 💰 Share this post and you'll get an extra entry! Get your tickets now ⬇️ ism.org/event/make-mus…

At Make Music Work 2026, the 'Justice for Creators' panel will discuss what change is needed to protect creators from GenAI exploitation Last year, Brave New World author Rachael Drury questioned what knock-on effect AI could have for music education ism.org/event/make-mus…

Happy to have joined @ISM_music in Brussels to lobby Minister @IanMurrayMP MEPs & EU Commission. Trusting that all sides can overcome practical obstacles to freer, easier movement for UK/EU artists and performers.

Last week, the ISM travelled to Brussels to call for better touring arrangements and greater cultural exchange between the EU and UK. There were some encouraging words from Culture Minister Ian Murray too. Find out more ⬇️ ism.org/news/minister-…