BBC Introducing LIVE events this October will be recorded and broadcast on BBC radio stations across the UK.
The annual showcase supports new and emerging talent with live performances, workshops and open mic sessions in nine cities, while highlights will air on BBC local radio, BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru and BBC Radio Scotland.
London hosts the opening event on 2 October at The Lower Third with three live acts curated by BBC Introducing.
A major takeover of BBC Maida Vale Studios follows on 18 October, featuring panels, workshops, an industry feedback centre and open mic slots.
Cardiff will present COPA on 8 October as part of the Cardiff Music City Festival, with Wrkhouse, Adjua and others performing. The event will be broadcast afterwards on BBC Radio Wales and BBC Radio Cymru.
That same week, Liverpool will host a live session recorded for BBC Introducing in Merseyside, airing on 9 October.
Bradford will stage an event on 10 October at the National Science and Media Museum as part of its UK City of Culture 2025 programme, including panels and an open deck for DJs. Glasgow’s event on 11 October, in partnership with Tenement Trail, will showcase seven Scottish acts, with highlights broadcast on BBC Radio Scotland on 17 October.
Lancaster will hold two nights of performances on 11 and 12 October at The Storey, with BBC Radio Lancashire airing highlights. Newcastle’s programme on 14 October will include a panel at The Generator Live Conference and a showcase at The Glasshouse.
Manchester hosts a five-day songwriting workshop from 20 to 24 October, run with PRS for Music and songwriter Jin Jin, ending with a special track played on BBC Introducing. A live gig at Ambers on 22 October will feature Akemi Fox, DellaXOZ and others.
The tour ends in Belfast on 24 October with a live gig at Limelight 2, recorded for BBC Introducing in Northern Ireland.
Since launching, BBC Introducing has supported unsigned musicians through its 23 local radio shows and six national programmes, helping artists such as Ed Sheeran, Sam Fender and Raye. More details are available on the BBC Introducing website.
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