Future Collaborations

Future Collaborations Award-winning music programmes & festival in South/North Shields, Newcastle & Sunderland .

In partnership with AutismAble CIC, Youth Music and Arts Council England. Introducing the Future Collaborations Festival: an annual event weaving together the extraordinary talents of neurodivergent and neurotypical musicians. Born from a vision of inclusivity and collaboration, this festival invites you to celebrate diversity in music. Future Collaborations will debut at the Cluny 2, an intimate and atmospheric venue nestled in the heart of Newcastle, on Saturday, August 26th. Backed by the support of Youth Music Charity and AutismAble, our festival serves as more than just an exhibition of amazing music. It's a platform designed to bridge the gap between neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals, raising awareness and understanding through the universal language of music. The festival embodies a grander purpose, providing meaningful work experience to neurodivergent youth. Festival attendees will not only enjoy the musical creations of our diverse lineup, but they'll witness the dedicated work of young individuals mastering a wide range of skills. From set-up to clean-up, artist liaison to stage management, ticketing to marketing, our festival offers hands-on learning opportunities in all facets of event production. These budding professionals will also take on accessibility audits, safety planning, first aid station management, photography, videography, and event stewardship, offering them a rich selection of work experience and potential career paths. Join us at the Future Collaborations Festival for a unique celebration of music, inclusion, and the potential that lies within us all.

Yesterday our learners embarked on their latest recording endeavour with local legend and maestro Pete Brewis.We started...
23/09/2026

Yesterday our learners embarked on their latest recording endeavour with local legend and maestro Pete Brewis.

We started recording an original with Thomas with everyone chipping in.

The track 'Sea Road' will be completed in the next session in the 29th September.

There's still a couple of spaces left (1 or 2) if you want to come and witness the recording process with a creative recording genius...and me.

Ian B

Next Friday, come and have a cuppa and listen to Autumnal chill out music performed by our learners at Seachange Cafe.
22/09/2026

Next Friday, come and have a cuppa and listen to Autumnal chill out music performed by our learners at Seachange Cafe.

What a final.The Future Collaborations Battle of the Bands 2026 was incredibly close, with our judges split right until ...
19/09/2026

What a final.

The Future Collaborations Battle of the Bands 2026 was incredibly close, with our judges split right until the end. After the deciding vote, Reverie were crowned this year’s winners and will receive a full day’s recording with the brilliant Bramwell Brontë at .

The quality of all the bands this year was genuinely fantastic. A huge thank you to Slate Label and The Fry Ups for two excellent performances, and congratulations to Reverie, who were outstanding. We can’t wait to hear what they create in the studio.

A massive thank you as well to Barry Hyde and everyone at The Peacock for supporting the event and helping make the final such a great night.

If you’re aged 14–25 and interested in making music, recording, performing or getting involved with the Future Collaborations project, we’d love to hear from you.

Email: [email protected]
WhatsApp: 07544 867852

Battle of the Bands is back this Friday!Come along to The Peacock in Sunderland and watch four brilliant emerging bands:...
15/09/2026

Battle of the Bands is back this Friday!

Come along to The Peacock in Sunderland and watch four brilliant emerging bands:

The Fry Ups The Fry Ups
Reverie REVERIE
State Label
Paw Tuckets

Friday 18 September, 7pm–11pm
Upstairs at The Peacock, Sunderland
Free entry and all ages welcome

You don’t need a ticket to attend, but registering for a free ticket helps us plan for numbers:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-future-collaborations-battle-of-the-bands-2026-tickets-2000602834934?aff=oddtdtcreator

The winning band will earn the opportunity to record with platinum selling producer Thom Lewis, also known as Bramwell Bronte—the producer behind Sam Fender’s albums, Hypersonic Missiles and Seventeen Going Under.

Battle of the Bands is back this Friday!Come along to The Peacock in Sunderland and watch four brilliant emerging bands:...
15/09/2026

Battle of the Bands is back this Friday!

Come along to The Peacock in Sunderland and watch four brilliant emerging bands:

The Fry Ups
Reverie
State Label
Paw Tuckets

Friday 18 September, 7pm–11pm
Upstairs at The Peacock, Sunderland
Free entry and all ages welcome

You don’t need a ticket to attend, but registering for a free ticket helps us plan for numbers:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-future-collaborations-battle-of-the-bands-2026-tickets-2000602834934?aff=oddtdtcreator

The winning band will earn the opportunity to record with platinum selling producer Thom Lewis, also known as Bramwell Bronte—the producer behind Sam Fender’s albums, Hypersonic Missiles and Seventeen Going Under.

Free recording session with Pete Brewis from Mercury Prize-nominated band Field Music.A brilliant opportunity for young ...
15/09/2026

Free recording session with Pete Brewis from Mercury Prize-nominated band Field Music.

A brilliant opportunity for young people aged 14–25 to gain hands-on recording experience with an acclaimed local musician.

Tuesdays 22nd September and 29th September
Music Studio, Fowler Street Youth Hub, South Shields
4pm–6pm

Spaces are very limited.
To register your interest, WhatsApp 07544 867852 or email [email protected].

Thanks to Youth Music for funding this opportunity!

Free recording session with Pete Brewis from Mercury Prize-nominated band Field Music.A brilliant opportunity for young ...
15/09/2026

Free recording session with Pete Brewis from Mercury Prize-nominated band Field Music.

A brilliant opportunity for young people aged 14–25 to gain hands-on recording experience with an acclaimed local musician.

Tuesdays 22nd September and 29th September
Music Studio, Fowler Street Youth Hub, South Shields
4pm–6pm

Spaces are very limited.
To register your interest, WhatsApp 07544 867852 or email [email protected].

🎶 Calling North Shields and South Shields residents aged 18+!Join our friendly, inclusive FREE Music Drop-In sessions, s...
03/09/2026

🎶 Calling North Shields and South Shields residents aged 18+!

Join our friendly, inclusive FREE Music Drop-In sessions, suitable for complete beginners and experienced musicians alike.
With guidance from professional music tutors, you can play music as a group, try different instruments, explore recording and live sound, and meet new people.

📍 Wednesdays, 1pm–3pm
Bird Song Studios, North Shields
📍 Thursdays, 1pm–3pm
Fowler Street Hub, South Shields

Sessions are completely free.

📱 WhatsApp 07544 867852 to register your interest.

🎸 REHEARSAL ROOM RESIDENCY AVAILABLE! 🎸We have a rehearsal room residency becoming available very soon at our studio bas...
12/08/2026

🎸 REHEARSAL ROOM RESIDENCY AVAILABLE! 🎸

We have a rehearsal room residency becoming available very soon at our studio base in North Shields town centre.
£240 per month, including access:

• Every weekday from 6pm onwards
• Most weekends—all day
• Drum kit and PA provided

This would be ideal for a band looking for a permanent rehearsal space and the convenience of keeping some equipment set up, rather than booking rooms by the hour.

Please note that storage space is limited. There’s room for a few amps, guitars and other essentials, but it may not suit a touring band with lots of flight cases or equipment to store.

DM us to enquire—and please share with anyone who might be interested!

Free gig this Friday at Pop Recs CIC! 🎶Come along to our second Future Collaborations showcase of the year and see how o...
04/08/2026

Free gig this Friday at Pop Recs CIC! 🎶

Come along to our second Future Collaborations showcase of the year and see how our learners have progressed over the past few months, along with a few new faces joining the lineup.

Featuring live performances from:
🎸 Garage Above (AutismAble House Band)
🎤 Future Collaborations Under 18s
🎵 Token

Our Technical Skills Bootcamp learners, funded by GENERATOR, will also be running the event, putting their newly developed live sound and production skills into action.

🎟️ Entry is completely free – grab a ticket or just turn up on the night.

🕖 Doors: 7:00pm
🕥 Finish: Around 10:30pm

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1995094483306?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Sea Rd
South Shields

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