Artists, industry insiders and MPs tell NME about how the levy could reverse the decline of the grassroots, as well as what needs to be done, and what's holding it back
It gives "fans a transparent and ethical resale option that directly supports the spaces where new talent is born"
Lola Young, Olivia Dean and Sam Fender are among those with the most nods this year
Over 280 UK indie shops will participate this year
"My Dad would always say, ‘be like Brian, no matter how far it goes, always remember where you’re from'"
"So good to finally have these tunes out"
It’s time to celebrate your faves – and discover something new to love
Gleeful genius, emotional reckoning and genre joyrides – this year had it all
The North Shields singer-songwriter - and older brother of Sam - will be taking a break after this single
The song will feature on the deluxe version of his Mercury Prize-winning album ‘People Watching’
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