MUSIC FUND
​​One selected artist will receive funded studio time to develop an album, alongside a professionally produced music video created with the Day Job team.
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Open worldwide.
Budget of up to £5000
Opening: February 12th 2026
Final Deadline: December 30th 2026

DETAILS
What selected artists receive:
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• Funded studio time to develop an album
• A professionally produced music video
• Creative support from the Day Job team
• Access to collaborators including producers and filmmakers
• Ongoing creative partnership and future opportunities through the Day Job network
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This residency is focused on process over pressure. We want to give artists the time and support to properly explore and develop their work.
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Artists retain full rights to their music.
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Open to artists worldwide, though selected artists must be able to work in the UK during the residency period.
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All submissions will be listened to in full.

DATES & DEADLINES
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Opening Date: 12 February 2026
Earlybird Deadline: 28 February 2026
Regular Deadline: 28 April 2026
Late Deadline: 20 August 2026
Extended Deadline: 30 December 2026
Notification Date: 5 January 2027
Residency Period: February - February 2027
