The formal UK launch of Blastbeat takes place at One Alfred Place on 13 October from 6.30 – 9.30.

Blastbeat is an award winning global social enterprise which draws on young people’s passion for music and technology to

·        Teach entrepreneurial business skills,

·        Promote young musicians, and

·        Support youth communities on a local and global level.

The project facilitates young people coming together to organise themselves into music and multimedia Companies,  with each member of the company taking on a different job description ( including CEO, Sales & Marketing Manager, Talent scout, Web Manager, Video Crew, Photographer, Journalist) ultimately producing a Battle of the Bands concert in order to identify the best musical talent in their areas.

There are two competitions in one with an enterprise competition for the MMCs and a Battle of the Bands for the musicians.

Winning bands are selected from the school concerts by a panel of industry professionals and progress to Regional/National finals. The winning band receives the prize of a Record Deal with Blastspace Records.

We would be delighted if you can join us on the 13 October to find out more about Blastbeat (and how you can get involved), to meet the team behind it and to hear from young people who have benefited from taking part in the project.

The event will start at 6.30 with drinks and food provided.

Let me know if you require any further help and I look forward to hopefully seeing you on the 13^th

Steve Moore

Director

Policy Unplugged