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The O2, Broadwick Live, Believe, TEG, LIVE Trust, co:brand among first speakers for FFWD:LDN 27
The first announcement wave includes a keynote conversation with The O2's SVP & GM Steve Sayer, as well as exploring the impact of AI on creators, how to build sustainable careers, the importance of independence in innovation and how albums are still essential for connecting with fans.
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First sponsors announced for FFWD ‘27; Ticketmaster returns as headline sponsor
The first sponsors for FFWD:LDN '27 are announced, including Ticketmaster, Synchtank, Signature Brew, Prisma & Blue Turaco.
Music Australia release economic contribution analysis of the Australian music industry.
FFWD worked with Music Australia and local economic consultancy McAtamney and Partners to deliver the inaugural economic impact assessment of the Australian music industry.
Global Value of Music Copyright Hits New All-Time High, Nearly Doubling in a Decade to $47.2bn in 2024
Research commissioned in collaboration with Pivotal Economics forecasts the annual valuation of music copyright to the global music industry.
FastForward announces full line up for 10th anniversary edition, FFWD:LDN '26
We'll take over Hackney Church for our largest meet up to date, bringing together more than 200 leaders from across the music industry.
New Survey Launched to Investigate Race Inequality in Music Licensing (REMEL)
FFWD was delighted to contribute to the REMEL (Race Equality in Music Events Licensing) survey, launched by Black Lives in Music & the Mayor of London to help push for fairer licensing policies.
UK Govt publish economic impact of Equitable Remuneration on UK music market
FFWD's Chris Carey contributes to the Government's commissioned research into the potential impact of a change in the way streaming pays musicians.