Dear New Scientist,

yes, we knew that.

Signed.

Every Raver, ever.

🙂

newscientist.com/article/241739…

The drum is not just as an instrument, but as a storyteller of our emotions! Through rhythm you can express your emotions, explore your feelings, and bang and crash away anger, pain, or frustration. 🎶 Each beat become a medium for channeling and expressing ones inner feelings.🥁

Solidarity for all those in the Musicians' Union for their first strike in 44 years. We’re all stronger together

Starting Tuesday 27 February, a six-week online Peer Support Group exclusively for women in music. Funded by Help Musicians.
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This piece CLASH discusses how everything from the aftermath of COVID-19 to the climate and cost of living crises, have put stresses on the music industry and artists’ mental health. This was a really interesting read:
clashmusic.com/features/the-m…

Saw The Chemical Brothers ed simons last night and my ears are still ringing with joy. I last saw them in Japan from the side of stage 12 years ago just before our last show at Fuji and they are better than ever. Easily the best visual show I’ve ever seen too.

Does fame ruin more lives than it improves?

You’ve probably already seen this powerful video but it’s still worth spreading.

. Leftfield's Neil Barnes on becoming a therapist: “The more we talk, the better we are”

#WorldMentalHealthDay nme.com/news/music/lef…

“A Bradford primary school wants the world to know its newfound Sats success is down to giving all children up to six hours of music a week.”

theguardian.com/education/2017…

We are always open to new members and would love folks to come down and try our sessions!

Any questions or worries, message George on 07720963405

Talking about suicide is hard. But it can save lives. If you're worried someone you care about is feeling suicidal, here are some tips on how to have that conversation.

We're right behind you 💙

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay (1/9) 🧵

I saw the incredible last show of the album cycle for Rebecca Lucy Taylor last night and it felt life affirming. The crowd is something I’ve never experienced at a gig anywhere else apart from her shows. A unique collective feeling of joy and emotion. Perfect end to the summer

Wow. Our first album is 21 years old today. Almost half my life ago

LIFE ACCOMPLISHMENTS THAT GO UNNOTICED:

1. Being happy in your marriage
2. Taking a pay cut to do a job you love
3. Making a major life shift at 50 or 60
4. Enjoying your own company
5. Being able to say “no” comfortably
6. Using your gifts to help others
7. Divorce from a…

Do any of you lovely people have any recommendations of things to do and eat in New York please?

A brain that is stuck in negative coping patterns can be rewired to appreciate the good in life. Here's how. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/hidden…

⚠️ Old Chapel Music CIC need our help! ⚠️

The Leeds music hub has been vital for musicians, vulnerable adults and the local community for over 30 years - but have been hit by unexpected hikes to essential costs.

Read more via the Crowdfunder below! 👇

crowdfunder.co.uk/p/old-chapel-m…