Help Musicians
Fast Track Live
Grants of £500 to £1,000 plus a career clinic for UK musicians taking a live opportunity like a tour, festival or support slot.
- Country
United Kingdom- Category
- Live
- Who applies
- Artists
- When to apply
- Two rounds a year
Who can apply
- Individual musicians living in the UK with the right to work, aged 18 or over
- Working: 40% of income from music in two years; early career: £500 in the last 12 months
- Performing and releasing original music under your own artist name
- No more than £10,000 in savings; a live opportunity within the next six months
How to apply
- Read the eligibility criteria and Fast Track Live guidance
- Apply in the online portal, choosing the Fast Track form, while a round is open
- Apply for activity at least 8 weeks away; you hear within 8 weeks
- Accept the terms, show a confirmed show and book your career clinic to get paid
Questions
- How much does Fast Track Live pay?
- Up to £1,000 per grant, paid by Help Musicians.
- Who can apply for Fast Track Live?
- Individual musicians living in the UK with the right to work, aged 18 or over. Working: 40% of income from music in two years; early career: £500 in the last 12 months. Performing and releasing original music under your own artist name. No more than £10,000 in savings; a live opportunity within the next six months.
- When can I apply for Fast Track Live?
- Two rounds a year.
- Where do I apply for Fast Track Live?
- On helpmusicians.org.uk, the funder's own site. Your application goes straight to Help Musicians.
Checked against helpmusicians.org.uk on October 28, 2026.