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Professor Martin Cloonan is an Affiliate at the University of Glasgow's School of Culture & Creative Arts, specializing in popular music studies, cultural policy, and labor dynamics within the music industry. His research explores themes such as live music economics, musicians' labor rights, censorship, and the historical role of unions like the British Musicians' Union. He has led major projects including the UK Live Music Census and authored seminal works on music industry structures and cultural policy.
Key research interests include: the gig economy's impact on musicians, cultural value measurement, and the intersection of music with broader socio-economic issues. His work spans academic publications, edited volumes, and policy reports, emphasizing empirical studies and critical analysis of industry practices.
Publications highlight topics such as live music's cultural and economic significance, historical labor struggles, and the evolving role of music in society. Notable books include Players' Work Time and Popular Music and the State in the UK, while his articles address censorship, union dynamics, and regional music policy.
