Music production
Create beats, arrange tracks, write lyrics and learn the tools behind digital music.
Creative opportunities for young people
Make noise.
Find your voice.
Digital music, DJing, vocals, radio and podcasting in a safe, inclusive space built around each young person.
MindWaves since 2014
Creativity without barriers.
MindWaves is Kane FM’s creative youth project. We provide digital music tuition and broadcasting opportunities for young people aged 14 and over.
Our inclusive sessions support all young people, with much of our work focused on those experiencing wellbeing challenges or learning differences. Every session is shaped around the individual, helping them develop confidence, creative skills and tools for adulthood while having fun.
What you can explore
Skills for the studio and beyond.
DJing and mixing
Build selections, develop mixing technique and discover how to shape a musical journey.
Radio broadcasting
Learn presenting, studio skills, show planning and how to communicate confidently on air.
Podcasting and news
Develop ideas, record conversations, present stories and produce audio people want to hear.
Vocals and recording
Explore vocal coaching, songwriting, recording and creative ways to express yourself.
Mentoring and Arts Award
Work towards an Arts Award, gain experience and build routes into education, training or employment.
Supported and recognised
Helping young creativity thrive.
Young voices
What MindWaves can unlock.
“I learnt digital music skills and how to write lyrics, bars and beats. It has given me a new hobby and got me more into music.”
“It has helped me express myself in ways I didn’t know I could. I have enjoyed meeting new people.”
“It was amazing to see Jaiden in action. He is working his way towards an Arts Award and really engaging.”
One-to-one and group options
Start a conversation.
Referrals are welcomed from young people, families, schools and partner organisations. We also welcome conversations with potential partners, supporters and donors.
Contact MindWaves
jenniann@kanefm.com ollie@kanefm.comPlease include a phone number when enquiring about support.
Every Arts Award journey
Every young person. Every story.
All published participant experiences from the Kane FM Arts Award archive, from first mixes and radio shows to songwriting, performance and growing confidence.
Participant story
Noah’s time at Kane FM
I’ve been coming to Kane FM for just over a year, since February 2025. During this time I have played tunes on thelaunch pad and made my own…
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Austin’s time at Kane FM
I have learnt how to mix tracks and record tunes. I have also learnt to speak on a radiomicrophone to make a pre recorded show. I mostly enjoyed…
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Kobi’s time at Kane FM
I learnt how to mix how to use a launch pad and how to do a prerecord. I also learned aboutthe back story of Kane FM and how…
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Jay’s musical journey at Kane FM
My experience at Kane FM has been a very enjoyable time. From bringing my own lyrics tothe studio and putting them to a beat to covering other famous…
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Ellis’ time at Kane FM
I recorded some music, Gid showed me how to use the beat pad and how to splice tunes together. I rapped about my mental health and put it…
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Callum’s time at Kane FM
Working in the studio is good, it’s made me happy! I’ve learnt more stuff about rapping & DJing. I’ve now got some Pioneer DJ decks at home that…
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Calvin’s time at Kane FM
My time at Kane FM was a really good experience learning new things like using the launchpad. It was great fun making sounds to go into a track…
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Sam’s time at Kane FM
I really enjoyed making a song and the pre-recorded show, I liked the process of creating something. I learnt a lot, the mixing was new, I learnt a…
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Seb’s time at Kane FM
I have really enjoyed being here learning about music and getting to ask questions to a professional about how music is best made. I came in having known…
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Matthew’s time at Kane FM
I enjoyed the mixing the most and it has given me an interest and I have learnt new skills. I now know a lot more which means I…
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Jay’s time at Kane FM
I have spent a term coming to Kane FM MindWaves project. The thing I have enjoyed most about coming to Kane is learning to mix music while also…
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Nick’s Time At Kane FM
I have enjoyed making the beat mostly because it’s something I really wanted to do. I learnt how to mix using a midi controller and chose tracks for…
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Jessica’s Time at Kane FM
My time at Kane FM really helped with my confidence with singing. Before I went, I couldn’t sing in front of anyone now it’s a whole different story.…
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Dan on Kane FM MindWaves Experience
The reason I came to Kane radio was because doing work experience at an independent radio station intrigued me so I thought I’d give it a go, and…
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Johnnie’s Time At Kane FM
Although I knew what a mixer was, before I spent time at Kane FM, I didn’t know how to use one. During my second visit, I was shown…
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Connor on Kane FM experience
Since my time at Kane FM I’ve enjoyed doing the mixing because I really liked finding out how to use the deck more and how to be more…
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Myles on his time with Kane
Being here has been very fun it has also helped me with my music skills and now I have more of a sense as to what the radio…