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Thu 3 Apr 2025

11:00

Above The Noise

A one-day music industry event

Bristol Beacon

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£7.00 - £10.00 incl. booking fee

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Above The Noise is Bristol’s new music industry event designed for anyone actively working in music to connect them with the modern music industry and provide inspiration, advice, and insight they need to boost their professional skills.

Bristol Beacon has joined forces with Association of Independent Music (AIM) to create this one-day event especially for artists and music professionals based in Bristol and the South-West region looking to advance their careers to the next stage.

Over the course of the day, you’ll get to hear from top industry experts from AIM’s independent music network, key music support organisations including PRS Foundation, Help Musicians, and many others, through a series of specially curated talks and workshops.

More details to be announced in the coming weeks – sign up to our newsletter and keep an eye on our socials for the latest programme announcements.

Presented by Bristol Beacon

Format: In-person standing event

Age: 18+

 

Event times

Doors: 11:00
Start: 12:00
Finish: 18:00

 


In partnership with Association of Independent Music

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Supported by the PRSF Talent Development Network

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Ticket prices

Standard price: £10.00 incl. booking fee
Open concession: £7.00 incl. booking fee

Open Concession tickets are available to anyone who cannot pay the standard ticket price at that time, or there is another reason which means you normally benefit from a concessionary price.

You do not need to explain or prove why you need to access a lower price, but it is there if you need it.

About the conference

Above The Noise is open to anyone currently working in music, and those who aspire to make their career in the industry.

Whether you’re an artist, producer, manager, record label, promoter, or venue, you’ll leave with actionable plans, fresh knowledge, and creative ideas to apply to your working practice in the commercial music business.

Attendees will:

• Learn about the latest models of running modern-day record labels, artist teams, and platforms from members of AIM’s independent music network
• Explore funding options plus creative and professional development opportunities with members of the PRS Foundation & Help Musicians teams
• Meet and make new connections with key national trade association and industry figures alongside the Bristol music industry community

About our venues

Beacon Hall, Lantern Hall and Weston Stage

 

The venue

Bristol Beacon

Getting to the venue

Location: Bristol Beacon is located in the city centre with entrances on Colston Street and Trenchard Street.

Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR

  Bicycle

Bicycle racks can be found in front of the main entrance on Trenchard Street, Colston Street, and on the city centre promenade. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.

Car parking

Trenchard Street multi-storey car park is 50m away directly behind Bristol Beacon.

  Bristol Clean Air Zone

Bristol Beacon is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. Check if your vehicle will be charged and how much you’ll have to pay.

  Bus

The city centre bus stop is 250m from Bristol Beacon where most bus services stop.

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Access

Mobility

Bristol Beacon foyer has level access from street level with lifts to all levels and areas.

Assistance Dogs

Registered assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the venue.

Hearing Facility

There is an induction loop at the box office. You can use this by adjusting your hearing aid to the ‘T’ setting. There is no hearing loop facility for the foyer stage.

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