ABOUT

Lewis Jamieson (he/him) - Chief Executive Officer

“The music I love has always been about more than tunes, it has informed my thinking, my beliefs, my morality and my hope. As a teenager it literally kept me alive. I wanted to work with the industry I have worked in all my life and the talented artists that it supports to create something supportive, provocative, forward facing and, ultimately, successful in bringing music to the forefront of the push for faster and more meaningful climate action. I think Music Declares is doing that and I think we can do a lot more in the coming years.”

Lewis Jamieson has worked in music all his adult life, signing and managing artists, and handling their PR.

Fay Milton (she/her) - Co-Founder

“The climate and environmental crisis is the great challenge of our era and, once I realised the urgency, I wanted to get involved, rather than stand on the sidelines worrying. Music has the power to change the world, it always has and it always will. I’m immensely proud of what we’ve achieved with Music Declares Emergency over the last 5 years. Coming together to take action and make change is the best antidote to climate anxiety!”

Fay Milton is a musician in the band ‘Savages’ and collaborative project ‘Goddess’.

Ella Harris (she/they) - Campaigns Manager

“For a long time, I felt pretty helpless as a musician—having to fly constantly for gigs and pushing merch or vinyl just to make a living felt like I was stuck promoting exactly what I didn’t believe in. Joining MDE has been a game-changer; it’s given me a sense of hope and connected me with others in music who are fighting for a greener future. Every day, I’m learning more about how music and activism can really come together to push for sustainable futures.”

Ella Harris is a musician in ‘PVA’. They've worked in campaigning for the last 8 years.

James Osborne (he/him) - Finance Director

“Artists have a unique connection with their audiences. Supporting them in talking about climate change to their fans through the NO MUSIC ON A DEAD PLANET message felt like a great opportunity to help bring the conversation to the many venues across the UK, and unleash that connection to encourage people to act on climate.”

James Osbourne’s background is in the charity sector, though he is also a keen music fan. He is currently treasurer for several charities that work to support refugees.

Milou Barrymore (she/her) - Executive Assistant

"As a parent I have the daily climate anxiety about the future of my children. Wondering what the world will look like when they grow up or hoping they will they be able to live in a safe environment.

Working for MDE and connecting with all the talented people within the music industry has given me the sense of hope and drive, to build a better future for us and the generations to come. I love seeing how NO MUSIC ON A DEAD PLANET has connected artists and their fans all over the world, and I’m so proud of what we’ve achieved so far."

Milou Barrymore's background is in sustainability, operations, and fashion. She grew up in The Netherlands in a creative, music filled household and is a big music (especially festival) fan.