Northern Music Export Office
Powered by Generator, the Northern Music Export Office (NMEO) is a pan-regional music export initiative designed to accelerate the global reach of talent and music businesses from the North of England.
Backed by Tees Valley Combined Authority, The North East Mayoral Strategic Authority, West Yorkshire Combined Authority and Liverpool City Region, the export office connects artists and music businesses to international opportunity through global showcasing, export development and training, industry mentorship, collaborative partnerships and direct access to key global markets.
International Artist Grant
The Northern Music Export Office supports emerging Northern artists to grow their international profile through touring, showcases and export opportunities. The programme helps artists access global markets by funding travel, accommodation and performances at key international festivals and industry events they would not otherwise be able to access. The initiative strengthens the long-term export potential and global reach of Northern music talent.
Funding up to £10k
Autumn 2026
International Professional Grant
The Northern Music Export Office supports music industry professionals across the North to build international networks and develop partnerships that benefit regional artists and businesses. The programme provides support for travel, trade missions and attendance at key global industry conferences and events. The initiative helps Northern music professionals expand export opportunities, strengthen international connections and create long-term economic and cultural impact for the region.
Funding up to £5k
Autumn 2026
International Showcase Grant
The Northern Music Export Office supports Northern artists and music professionals to access funding and opportunities that take their work to international audiences. Through partner programmes, artists can receive support to perform at overseas showcase festivals and conferences, helping them build their global profile. The initiative strengthens export pathways and increases international visibility for talent across the North.
Funding up to £10k
Autumn 2026
UK Touring Grant
The Northern Music Export Office supports emerging Northern artists to undertake national touring across the UK as a key step toward international career development. The programme provides funding for travel, accommodation, marketing and live performance costs to help artists reach new audiences beyond their local regions. By strengthening domestic touring pathways, the initiative builds fanbases, industry visibility and performance experience to support long-term growth and international export potential.
Funding up to £10k
Open all year round from Autumn 2026
Northern Music Export Office
FAQs and guidance information will be published in July 2026.
Applications will be reviewed by an independent steering group (over £5k).
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