OUR PURPOSE

More Than Raising Awareness - Creating Real Change

Listen Up Music is an award-winning, registered mental health music charity. Through songwriting, live events, and education, we empower artists and communities to build resilience, share their stories, and create life-altering connections.

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Born Out of Passion & Purpose

Founded by Ali Taylor and Hank Paul, Listen Up Music was born out of a shared passion for music and mental health. Driven by lived experience with suicide, Ali made it his life’s work to combat stigma and create safe spaces where music drives meaningful, life-altering conversations. Officially launched in 2018, we have grown into a national movement empowering musicians and communities across Australia.

Building Community

Fostering safe, inclusive environments where songwriters, industry workers, and music lovers can connect authentically.

Storytelling Through Song

Harnessing the power of music to express vulnerability, normalize mental health discussions, and break down societal stigma.

Education & Early Intervention

Equipping music industry professionals with practical tools, training, and programs to maintain positive long-term mental wellbeing.

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Leadership & Board of Directors

Ali Taylor
Founder & CEO

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Amy Vee
Board Chair

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Malliga Krishnan
Secretary

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John Huggart
Treasurer

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Coralie Williams
Director

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Jordan Merrick
Director

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Max Wilson
Director

“Listen Up Music offers a community for songwriters and musicians where nothing is held back, and conversations around mental health are had with real vulnerability and respect.”
— Emily A. Smith, Artist & Ambassador

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