MMF (Music Managers Forum UK)

MMF (Music Managers Forum UK) The MMF is the world's largest professional community of music managers. Creating opportunities to develop and grow artist businesses.

Our three main areas of business are:

Supporting managers’ continuous professional development within an evolving music industry. Providing a collective voice and leadership to affect change for a transparent and fairer music industry.

A big win for homegrown music 🌱🇬🇧Official Charts has launched the new Official Homegrown Albums Chart, giving UK artists...
11/09/2026

A big win for homegrown music 🌱🇬🇧

Official Charts has launched the new Official Homegrown Albums Chart, giving UK artists a dedicated space to be recognised and celebrated.

For the MMF, this follows more than 18 months of advocacy around the declining visibility of British artists in our own market and the need for stronger platforms to help new UK music cut through.

With British artists now making up only around 20% of the UK singles chart, this is an important step towards putting homegrown talent back in the spotlight and giving managers another way to demonstrate the impact of their artists’ campaigns.

A huge amount of work has gone into this across the industry, and we’re really pleased to see it become a reality. 🌱

📻 Tune in to BBC Radio 1’s First Look Show this Sunday, 4-7pm.

🔗 Read the full story:
https://www.officialcharts.com/chart-news/official-charts-launches-brand-new-official-homegrown-albums-chart/?mc_cid=534d514d72&mc_eid=fc9b2b06f6

We’re heading to Newcastle for Mercury Prize Fringe 2026 On 19 October, our Professional Development Director Paul Bonha...
08/09/2026

We’re heading to Newcastle for Mercury Prize Fringe 2026

On 19 October, our Professional Development Director Paul Bonham will lead Navigating the New Era of Music Management, a practical full-day workshop exploring the realities, opportunities and responsibilities of managing artists today.

Whether you’re already managing artists, just starting out, or wondering whether what you’re already doing is management, the session is open to all levels of experience.

📅 19 October
🕙 10:00–16:00
📍 Live Theatre, Newcastle

As part of the Mercury Prize Fringe 2026, powered by Generator

Sign up now: https://forms.monday.com/forms/dbf2a6db8c70160d3c54a0ac27fdd293?r=euc1&programme_name=Navigating%20the%20New%20Era%20of%20Music%20Management

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We are pleased to welcome our New Associate, Lissen!Lissen is a fan-centric streaming and direct-to-fan platform helping...
04/09/2026

We are pleased to welcome our New Associate, Lissen!

Lissen is a fan-centric streaming and direct-to-fan platform helping artists turn fan engagement into income.

Lissen connects streaming, tickets, merch and exclusive drops in one place, with a model that directs subscription revenue towards the artists fans actually listen to.

Welcome to the MMF Associate community 🤝

Read the full interview with our newest associate, Lissen:

🔗 https://themmf.net/interview/lissen/?mc_cid=f82fa1dc2f&mc_eid=fc9b2b06f6

Calling experienced music managers 📣We’re looking for managers to get involved with Beyond The Music 2026 in Salford’s M...
02/09/2026

Calling experienced music managers 📣

We’re looking for managers to get involved with Beyond The Music 2026 in Salford’s Media City, offering informal advice and mentoring to emerging managers, people interested in music management as a career, and self-managing artists.

We’re seeking managers who ideally have:
• At least 3-year's experience managing artists, producers or songwriters (ideally)
• Some experience in mentoring others
• Availability on Wednesday 7th and/or Thursday 8th October

Beyond The Music offers a standard pass and reasonable travel costs in return for your time.

👉 Interested? Submit your expression of interest here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCb1zc06hmY0QiMrJMadkO4_kRhYQocPn12Ai0CZInbIffSg/viewform

Know the deal. Know the business. 💿The MMF Real Deal Series starts this autumn with 8 live online sessions breaking down...
29/08/2026

Know the deal. Know the business. 💿

The MMF Real Deal Series starts this autumn with 8 live online sessions breaking down the deals, rights and relationships behind the music.

Led by Chris Cooke (CMU) and Paul Bonham (MMF), with expert guests from across the industry. Think labels, publishing, distribution, royalties, rights and negotiation, explained by people who actually work in it.

REAL DEAL: RECORDINGS
5 Oct: Record Deal Trends
12 Oct: Negotiating + Managing The Deal
19 Oct: Producer Deals
26 Oct: Managing A Release Campaign

REAL DEAL: PUBLISHING
16 Nov: Publishing Deal Trends
23 Nov: The Collaborative Process
30 Nov: Managing Rights + Data
7 Dec: Maximising Opportunities + Income From Sync

Link to RSVP: https://www.universe.com/events/mmf-real-deal-series-training-tickets-MQBF4S

Meet this month’s Manager Spotlight: Martin Tibbetts 🎤With 18 years in artist management, Martin works with Pauline Murr...
28/08/2026

Meet this month’s Manager Spotlight: Martin Tibbetts 🎤

With 18 years in artist management, Martin works with Pauline Murray / Pe*******on, Toseland, Ryan McMullan, The Guzzlers, Evie Cain and Ugly Baby.

He’s also an MMF Certified Manager and, this September, he’ll be leading our Essentials of Live & Touring training, sharing practical insight from across the live sector.

👉 Read Martin’s full Manager Spotlight: https://themmf.net/news/
🎟️ Book your place on Essentials of Live & Touring: https://www.universe.com/events/essentials-of-live-touring-bootcamp-tickets-XQW6P2

Karousel x SESAC x MMF showcaseThe next Karousel x SESAC x MMF showcase is coming up on 29th September, with another bri...
28/08/2026

Karousel x SESAC x MMF showcase

The next Karousel x SESAC x MMF showcase is coming up on 29th September, with another brilliant line-up ready to take the stage at Paper Dress Vintage.

The showcase will feature Cillian Brennan, Paulina, Louie Cameron and Dom Malin, with the artists looking to connect with managers and wider music industry guests.

Link to RSVP:https://dice.fm/partner/tickets/event/l875nb-paulina-currls-doubt-point-pat-dam-smyth-29th-sep-paper-dress-vintage-london-tickets

🚨 HAPPENING TODAY: UKAT x MEGS MEMBER BRIEFINGThere’s still time to sign up for today’s combined UK Artist Touring Fund ...
24/08/2026

🚨 HAPPENING TODAY: UKAT x MEGS MEMBER BRIEFING

There’s still time to sign up for today’s combined UK Artist Touring Fund (UKAT) x Music Export Growth Scheme (MEGS) member briefing.

If you’re looking at funding for UK touring or international artist development, join us to hear directly from the teams behind both schemes and get your questions answered before applying.

Annabella Coldrick (MMF), David Martin (FAC) and Thomas Brigden (FAC) will take members through Phase Two of UKAT, while Chris Tams (BPI) will cover the latest round of MEGS.

📌 UKAT Phase Two opens 26th August
📌 MEGS applications close 7th September

Link to RSVP - https://themmf.net/events/

Ready to strengthen your knowledge of the live and touring industry? 🎟️Our Essentials of Live & Touring Bootcamp is desi...
20/08/2026

Ready to strengthen your knowledge of the live and touring industry? 🎟️

Our Essentials of Live & Touring Bootcamp is designed for early and mid-career managers, as well as anyone looking to deepen their understanding of what it takes to build and manage a successful live career.

Across two intensive days, we’ll cover the practical knowledge, tools and industry insight you need to navigate the live landscape with greater confidence, whether you’re developing your own skills or investing in someone on your team.

🎤 Day One: Master the Art of Live: Growing Your Artist’s Profile

Explore how to build a sustainable live music career, from securing gigs and developing touring opportunities to strengthening relationships with venues, promoters and industry networks.

We’ll also cover live royalties, marketing, fan engagement and merchandising strategies to help artists grow their audiences and income.

Guest speakers include Molly Puttnam (Howden), with more to be announced.

🚌 Day Two: On the Road to Success: Mastering Live Touring

Take a closer look at the practical realities of touring, including budgeting, international touring, key industry roles and managing the challenges that can arise on the road.

We’ll also explore strategies for maintaining wellbeing and supporting mental health while touring.

Guest speakers include David Rowell (Autonomy), Adam Stanley (SRLV) and Jamie Slaughter (Key Production), with further speakers to be announced.

Places are limited to fewer than 20 participants, creating plenty of opportunity to ask questions, take part in discussions and learn directly from industry experts.

MMF members can save 50% using code BOOTCAMP50, bringing tickets down to £80 + VAT + fees per day.

Non-members are very welcome to join us too.

Book your place via the link in bio.
Guest speakers include David Rowell (Autonomy), Adam Stanley (SRLV) and Jamie Slaughter (Key Production), with further speakers still to come.

MMF MEMBER OFFER: Use code BOOTCAMP50 to get 50% off, bringing tickets down to £80 + VAT + fees per day.

Places are intentionally limited to fewer than 20 participants, so book early if you’d like to join us.

Secure your place via the link in bio.

Link to RSVP https://themmf.net/events/

Are UK artists still getting the chance to build audiences at home?In a new interview with Music Week, MMF CEO Annabella...
11/08/2026

Are UK artists still getting the chance to build audiences at home?

In a new interview with Music Week, MMF CEO Annabella Coldrick reflects on the challenges facing new British music - from the dominance of passive streaming and algorithmic discovery to the increasing difficulty of reaching the level where sustainable careers can be built.

As Annabella puts it: “Once you get big enough, the algorithm then pushes you further, but getting to that level in the first place is increasingly difficult.”

But the conversation isn’t only about what’s changing. Managers are already looking beyond streaming alone, towards curation, direct relationships with fans, offline communities and the long-term development of artists.

And the role of management matters: for every £1 invested in managers, £8 is generated for the wider sector.

So what does the next era of music management look like?

That’s a conversation we’ll be taking further at the MMF Summit: Back to the Future?, exploring how we build authentic communities in an age of algorithms and AI.

👉 Read Annabella’s full interview with Music Week:
https://www.musicweek.com/management/read/there-s-a-real-issue-in-british-culture-why-mmf-ceo-annabella-coldrick-wants-more-for-uk-acts/094697

🎟️ Find out more and book your place at MMF Summit 2026: https://themmf.net/events/

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