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Latest Northern Line artists revealed for 2026
Jazz North announces its latest roster of Northern Line - the live talent development programme for jazz across the North - Rory A. Green, SwanNek, Hang Linton, Rivkala & Ancient Infinity Orchestra make up the cohort of northern artists to watch for 2026-27.
Open call to artists for Jazz North’s live touring support programme
Northern artists are invited to apply to Northern Line - Jazz North’s live touring support programme. Application portal closes on Friday 7 November 2025
New online resource to help artists and promoters win when creating a social media campaign
In today’s musical climate, being an artist or promoter involves much more than just having some great tunes or booking artists to perform at your event. Music professionals are required to wear a number of hats and in response Jazz North have created a series of helpful online resources.
National 9 date tour for Vipertime in Jan / Feb 2025
Northern Line artists Vipertime are heading out on a national 9 date tour starting at the end of January 2025. Leeds’ aggro-jazz quartet Vipertime have Iggy Pop as one of their fans. On his BBC R6 radio show he said “I wouldn't mind hanging out somewhere where that was going on. I guess I'd have to go to Leeds".
What’s new in our touring support programme for northern artists?
Applications are invited for Northern Line, Jazz North’s live touring support programme for northern artists. The artist opportunity offers bursaries of up to £3000, a showcase at manchester jazz festival and dedicated 1:1 support.