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GROUND UP MUSIC PRIZE DRAW

We are excited to announce that the winners of the Ground Up Music Prize Draw (launched at the start of the city-wide inclusive music project in 2025) will be revealed

THIS SPRING.

The prizes up for grabs are designed to support musicians at
every stage of their creative journey:

 

🏆 1st Prize: Focusrite Scarlett Producer Pack 🏆

🏆 2nd Prize: Focusrite Studio Condenser Microphone 🏆

🏆 3rd Prize: Audient USB Audio Interface 🏆

 

In addition, all winners will receive a free copy of the powerful and versatile digital audio workstation (DAW), Cockos REAPER, along with exclusive Ground Up Music swag -

enough to get any budding music producer going!

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Despite significant challenges, including a break-in at the Chime Creation Centre last summer - where Ground Up Music takes place - the teams at Beat This and Drip Dry Productions remained committed to the project. Through determination and resilience and the launch of a Crowdfund, the programme continued to support musicians, ensuring participants could keep recording, creating, and releasing their music.

 

Reflecting on the project so far, Benny Turner,

co-founder of  Beat This and founder of Drip Dry Productions, said:

 

“Ground Up Music has been an absolutely incredible journey so far for all of the artists involved! The project has given over 40 musicians from across Peterborough the opportunity to record, produce, and release their music professionally. Even in the face of real challenges, the community worked really hard, and the music kept moving forward. Ground Up isn’t just a project, it’s a platform, a community, and a springboard for creative voices that deserve to be heard.”

 

Looking ahead, Ground Up Music continues to grow, with plans underway for a new podcast spotlighting local musicians, alongside a series of special live events that will give participating artists the chance to showcase their songs and connect with wider audiences.

Thanks to everyone who signed up for Ground Up Music and supported the project. Full winner announcements will be shared via the website, email campaign and social channels this spring, so don't be a stranger.

 

For more information about Ground Up Music, visit:
www.beatthis.org/groundupmusic

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Turning Up the Volume on Inclusion: New Music Platform Empowers Aspiring Musical Artists 

Calling all aspiring musicians in Peterborough! Beat This C.I.C. & Drip Dry Productions are joining forces to launch the city's first-ever revolutionary music platform designed to ignite the creative spark in musicians.

 

Imagine a world with:

  • Free Recording Sessions: Turn your bedroom jams into studio-quality masterpieces.

  • Live Performance Stages: ‘Rock the mic’ at Chime Creation Centre & beyond!

  • Open Artist Seminars: Learn from industry heavyweights & hone your craft.

  • Mobile Podcast Station: Share your stories & be heard!

  • Supportive Community: Connect with like-minded musicians, producers & engineers,
    & build lasting friendships.

     

GROUND UP MUSIC isn't just a project; it's a springboard for your musical dreams. Forget isolation – this network provides the tools, training, & most importantly, the confidence you need to succeed.

© 2025 Beat This C.I.C

Chime Creation Centre, Unit A The Courtyard,

Norfolk St. Peterborough, PE1 2NP.

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