Hit The Road project wants to hear from musicians 14-19 for new season

Scotland’s youth music touring project Hit The Road launches its 10th year of shaping young musical talent.

Organisers are once again calling for budding artists aged 14-19 to get involved in the initiative’s upcoming touring season.

Since it started in 2013, Hit The Road has been instrumental in aiding the journeys of 300 aspiring young musicians across the country, offering a platform for growth, networking and artistic expression.

The project has been a catalyst for countless success stories in the Scottish music scene including Scottish sensation Lewis Capaldi and celebrated singer-songwriter Be Charlotte.

As well as giving young musicians the chance to tour across Scotland and perform headline shows in their hometowns, the incredible initiative, run by the Scottish Music Centre, provides access to a series of workshops led by seasoned industry professionals. These workshops cover a wide spectrum of topics, from live sound engineering to stage production, equipping young artists with essential knowledge and skills to take forward into future careers.

Now in its 10th year, Hit The Road is once again extending an invitation to Scotland’s aspiring young musicians to be part of a legacy that has not only launched successful musical journeys, but has also contributed to the ongoing vibrancy of Scotland’s live music industry.

Past Hit the Road participant and celebrated musician Be Charlotte said: “Hit The Road is still one of my favourite memories.”

Hit The Road’s next touring season will take place between September 2023 and March 2024 and those who are keen to be involved should apply now at the website:

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