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The UK government is launching a bold new music industry revival plan, pouring £27.5 million into turning public libraries into music hubs with recording booths and mixing desks—aimed at making pop music more inclusive. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy, inspired by Ed Sheeran’s foundation and past school music programs, also earmarks £15 million for artist start-up support and £10 million for mentoring kids in care. Plus, licensing tweaks and frozen business rates for venues offer stability. Industry leaders applaud it as a vital step to combat AI disruption and touring hurdles, keeping music…
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