Ed Sheeran's charity inspired a government-backed initiative to transform English libraries into creative music hubs, backed by £12.5m funding. Additional support includes a £1m boost for grassroots venues via the LIVE Music Trust, aiding emerging artists and venues nationwide.
5 min readScottish music legends including Midge Ure and Jim Kerr support plans to transform Glasgow's Centre for Contemporary Arts into a Scottish Rock and Roll Hall of Fame celebrating the nation's musical heritage and future.
3 min readDiscover this week's top podcasts including Ruby Tandoh's portrait of the endangered lute, a true crime investigation, and a celebration of the outdoors with Caitlin Moran and Adam Frost.
2 min readThe annual Orange Order parade in Rossnowlagh, County Donegal, attracts thousands with bands, food stalls, and a relaxed atmosphere. Participants from multiple counties join to celebrate their culture and faith ahead of the Twelfth of July commemorations.
3 min readCalvin Harris will perform a 20-year career-spanning show at Glasgow's Hampden Park on 1 August, broadcast live on BBC platforms as part of the Summer of Music 2026.
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