Pirate

Pirate Studios and Small Green Shoots Launch £180K Studios For All Fund

The Studios For All Fund will support at least 120 charities and organisations in England with £180,000 worth of studio time spread across 3 years.

26 September 2024

Pirate Announces Open Day Event for Students in London

Explore fully-equipped studios for rehearsing, recording, DJing, and podcasting, and enjoy a full schedule of live performances, workshops, industry panels, and jam sessions.

18 September 2024

44% of Music Fans are Buying Fewer Festival Tickets in 2024

A new survey by PIRATE.COM finds that 47% of respondents will still attend at least two festivals this year.

15 August 2024

Despite Record Ticket Prices, Only 17% of Artists Report Increased Gig Fees

According to a survey of 1,700 artists, 54% have reported no change in gig fees, while 29% reported a decrease.

12 July 2024

Pirate’s Residency Programme Returns for 2024

Creating paid gig opportunities for grassroots artists in the UK, US, Germany, and Ireland, Pirate's partners for the 2024 Residency scheme include Parklife, Tramlines, El Dorado, and more.

28 February 2024

Pirate’s Residency Programme Returns for 2024

Pirate’s 2024 Residency scheme is now open to musicians and DJs in New York and LA, featuring partnerships with leading US festivals such as Shabang, Cascade Equinox, and Empire State Music & Arts Festival.

27 February 2024

Pirate Is Bringing a Pop-Up DJ Booth to East London

Showcasing the sound of tomorrow, 100 DJs are expected to perform throughout the weekend, including Pirate Residents and special guests. Headliners include re:ni, Scratchclart, and Angel D’Lite, with more to be announced.

15 February 2024

50% of Self-Employed Artists Pay Too Much in Taxes

Survey of over 500 self-employed artists reveals that as many as half are overpaying on taxes due to unclaimed deductions for essential expenses.

30 January 2024

Top 10 AI Tools Used By Musicians

Pirate surveyed 1,000 artists about their AI use, revealing the top 10 tools preferred by musicians.

13 December 2023

Over Half Of Musicians Will Conceal AI Use

In a new survey of over 1,000 artists, only 48% confirmed that they would inform listeners when they'd used AI to create a song or record.

25 October 2023