Snow Patrol's Gary Lightbody calls for increased funding and support for Northern Irish artists concerning low per capita arts spending and industry challenges.
Snow Patrol's lead singer Gary Lightbody has raised concerns about the lack of Northern Irish bands achieving international success this century. During a discussion with arts leaders and Communities Minister Gordon Lyons, he emphasized the need for increased funding, noting that Northern Ireland's per capita arts spending is significantly lower than that of neighboring regions. Lightbody called for support for emerging artists facing modern industry challenges, especially from streaming services.
September 26, 2024
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