The charity is run by Trish Whelan, who once worked for Island Records. “We used to have a real culture of developing acts at Island,” she says. “Managers and labels used to be happy to take a chance on acts. They can’t afford to any more.” This is how bands such as Pulp were able to develop, she says, adding that she believes it afforded them greater dignity. “I believe in DIY, but I also realise that’s not enough.”
via Behind the music: Joe Strummer’s spirit lives on through his charity | Music | guardian.co.uk.
