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How to become a music sensation
Staff at Generator, a north-of-England music development agency, give share tips for getting ahead in the music business.

North East bands get profile lift
Five unsigned bands from the North East have been chosen to play for a panel of industry experts in Newcastle in November.

Promising future for music scene?
Paul Maughan takes a look at how Sunderland's music scene has rocked over the years but is now rolling.

Local drummer turns to producing
The former drummer of Sunderland band The Golden Virgins reveals his secrets of what he thinks makes a successful band.

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