Think Outside The Blox recently hosted a community music workshop for 16–18-year-olds, providing a platform for young people to showcase their music, network, and connect with peers from different areas across London. Around 20 young people attended the workshop, which was part of a wider initiative — the Music Studio Workshop project — offering free access to music studios for young people, empowering them to explore their creativity and develop their musical talents in a supportive environment.
The performers from the workshop will go on to perform in front of an audience of 500 of their peers at a special showcase event in July, marking the start of the summer holidays.
Think Outside The Blox has joined forces with Pirate to offer a powerful opportunity for young aspiring musicians: over the next three months, twenty young people will receive free access to professional music recording studios.
Recognising the growing challenges that many young creatives face — particularly the high costs of studio time and the broader impact of the cost of living crisis — this partnership aims to remove barriers and ensure that talent isn’t left behind simply due to lack of access.
Through this initiative, participants will not only gain hands-on experience in a professional music environment but will also take part in the creation of a collaborative group album. The young artists will write, produce, and perform their own original music, with the final project serving as both a celebration of their creativity and a launchpad for their future in music.
This collaboration is part of Think Outside The Blox’s wider mission to nurture young talent and provide real opportunities in the creative industries — making sure the next generation has the tools and support they need to thrive.