Music Minds Matter

08/10/2026

Many professions have treated workers’ mental health as part of the job for decades. In music, that conversation is only about ten years old in the culture.

In episode 4 of Performance Peace, Dr George Musgrave explains why it helps to look at musicians’ wellbeing through an occupational health lens, and how far things have come since the ‘Can Music Make You Sick?’ study in 2016.

Listen/ Watch the full episode at the link in bio or comment “GEORGE” and get it in your DMs.

05/10/2026

Prefer not to speak on the phone? You can now WhatsApp us on the same number and access the same support.

If you’re on the move, in public, or would just rather type than talk, our team are here to support you – 24/7, free and confidential.

WhatsApp 0808 802 8008

If you are in immediate danger or thinking of harming yourself, call 999 or go to your nearest A&E. If you need urgent mental health support, you can contact Samaritans on 116 123 (free, 24/7) or NHS 111.

03/10/2026

Get Moving for Music this October.

World Mental Health Day takes place every year on 10 October.

This World Mental Health Day, we're inviting everyone in music and beyond to get moving and raise funds for mental health support.

Walk, run, cycle, dance, swim or take on your own challenge. However you choose to move, every step helps Music Minds Matter continue supporting people across the music industry.

Ready to make a difference? Find out more and request a fundraising pack at: [email protected]

Receive a FREE snood when you get the first donation to your JustGiving page.

25/09/2026

What happens when the pressures of a life in music start to take their toll?

New documentary - A stillness in the noise - brings together Johnny ‘Trafic’ Hendey (Trafic MC) and Dr Simon Rowbottom, Psychotherapeutic and Counselling Psychologist and lead singer of The Boo Radleys, to talk candidly about mental health and their experiences of life in music.

From fame, touring and imposter syndrome to burnout, social media, sleep and finding ways to switch off, they explore the pressures that can build up around a career in music, and what can help.

Most importantly, they talk about being honest about how you’re feeling, speaking to others and asking for help when you need it.

🎥 Produced by Cameron Lambert. Watch the full 12-minute film now.

https://youtu.be/eXw0EuG6NeA

Content warning: This documentary contains some strong language. It also discusses su***de and mental health, which some listeners and viewers may find distressing. If you’ve been affected by the issues discussed in the documentary, or you work in music and are struggling with your mental health, Music Minds Matter’s free, confidential support line is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to call or WhatsApp on 0808 802 8008.

What happens when the pressures of a life in music start to take th...

21/09/2026

A music career can take on so many different forms, but what do you do when it doesn’t look like the fantasy you grew up with?

In the latest episode of Performance Peace Pod with my big brother we get into what it’s like, the challenges that can bring and what it takes to live a sustainable life in music in this mad world.

Comment “OLUGBENGA” and I’ll send the link or check bio as well.

If you’ve been affected by the issues discussed, or you work in music and are struggling with your mental health, call anytime on 0808 802 8008.

10/09/2026

Get Moving for Music this October.

World Mental Health Day takes place every year on 10 October.

This World Mental Health Day, we're inviting everyone in music and beyond to get moving and raise funds for mental health support.

Walk, run, cycle, dance, swim or take on your own challenge. However you choose to move, every step helps Music Minds Matter continue supporting people across the music industry.

Ready to make a difference? Email our team to get your fundraising pack: [email protected]

Receive a FREE snood when you get the first donation to your JustGiving page.

03/04/2025

We know it can be a challenging time for those working in music.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone.

Music Minds Matter is here to offer support whenever you need it.

Visit our website for resources in mental health support: https://www.musicmindsmatter.org.uk/get-support

Or reach out to us on 0808 802 8008.

If you feel suicidal or have harmed yourself, you need urgent help now. Call emergency services on 999 or your local crisis team if you have their number or go straight to your local A & E services.