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STEPHEN BUDD MUSIC REPRESENTS SOME OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL PRODUCERS, SONGWRITERS, MIXERS, ENGINEERS ON THE PLANET, ALONGSIDE A SELECTION OF THE BEST UP-AND-COMING CREATIVE STUDIO AND WRITING TALENT. FOR OVER 20 YEARS, OUR PRODUCER AND SONGWRITER CLIENTS HAVE WORKED WITH THE MOST SUCCESSFUL AND CREATIVE ARTISTS IN THE WORLD AND HAVE WON NUMEROUS GRAMMY AND BRIT AWARDS.

Alongside the management of producers, Stephen Budd Music has had considerable success in Artist Management. Previous clients include Heaven 17, Gang of Four, Tanita Tikaram, The Magic Numbers, The Sound, Big Sound Authority, Dry the River and Songhoy Blues.  SBM currently represent Nubiyan Twist and Onipa.

As well as founding and continuing to run SBM, Stephen is a co-founder of London’s OneFest Music Festival, of Damon Albarn’s Africa Express project and the NH7 Weekender festivals in India. He founded the War Child charity’s “Passport Back To The Bars” concert series and is a co-executive producer of Amnesty International ‘Give A Home’ global concert series. He sits on the advisory boards of “House Concerts” innovators Sofar Sounds, the“Music Cities” consultancy Sound Diplomacy and the DMZ Peace Train Festival in South Korea.

In June 2017, Stephen completed his 3-year term as co-chairman of the MMF (Music Managers Forum). Stephen is a recognised TV commentator on music industry issues, regularly appearing on a variety of British TV news shows and also speaking at many Music Industry conferences around the globe. Stephen also has an A&R role at Cooking Vinyl Records signing and developing selected artists and in his spare time…. he DJ’s African music of the 1970’s.

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Evita Colon is an award winning, multi-hyphenate creative entrepreneur and member of the Recording Academy. In 2023, she was installed as Lancaster city's first Poet Laureate. In addition to being a published poet, she is the owner/founder of various creative enterprises such as Speak to My Soul LLC, BLK Voices Magazine, and co-owner of A Concrete Rose, the nation's FIRST Black bookstore, micro-winery and intimate performance space centering the African Diaspora. She is a consultant for creatives seeking to build businesses of their art and created The Soul Tribe under her creative agency, Speak to My Soul LLC, to provide tools, opportunities and resources for Black creatives in their creative entrepreneurial journeys. Via Speak to My Soul LLC, Evita has trained and collaborated with artists to provide youth with empowering workshops that focus on using expression to heal themselves and their communities. She has written, directed and produced 2 theatrical productions  and authored a book by the same title of her play, Speak to My Soul: A Montage of Voices. She also executive produced and wrote the Speak to My Soul: A Montage of Voices soundtrack released in 2022. In 2023, she released the Poetic Deluxe Edition of the soundtrack highlighting her poetic excellence and the rich tapestry of the Black experience. Evita is a member of the International Flo Poet’s Collective under the mentorship of Grammy nominated singer/poet, The Floacist of Floetry. As a master of words and musicality, she has song writing credits with musical legends such as Common and DJ Jazzy Jeff and has performed with the likes of Adam Blackstone, Janet Jackson’s band and has opened up for Eric Benet and Marsha Ambrosius of Floetry. In early 2020, she released her debut album, Roses Now, with many poetic Hip Hop Soul singles and features to follow. Her most recent release, Alchemy of the Space Between,  a strong contender for the Grammys Best Spoken Word Poetry Album category, is a soulful display of her growth as an artist and woman with 12 of the tracks self-produced by Evita.  Her lyricism pays homage to her poetic background while her cadence brings a sexy soulful vibe to every track and performance. Evita's creativity and entrepreneurial prowess have been featured in several brand campaigns such as Sprite Inc, BET's Black Girl's Rock! and a Times Square Billboard and New York Times feature in collaboration with Express Inc.  She has also facilitated a DEI and anti-bias workshop and conversation with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Of many accolades, Evita has been awarded the NAACP Presidential Social Justice Award, YWCA Woman of Achievement Award, Lancaster Optimist Club Humanitarian Award and Susquehanna Style’s Woman of Strength Feature.  She continues to use her creativity as a catalyst for change and the foundation for much needed conversations that push society forward.

Links: 

https://open.spotify.com/artist/27pEKIG6OomnHAcH4dG9Dy?si=87lJIvVIRvmuZD_NTrus1Q&nd=1&dlsi=39ae19446df84196

https://www.youtube.com/@UCeb22l9U4F1ZYWPRNIUd18g 

https://www.iloveevitacolon.com/

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Grace is a champion of gender equality in the music industry. She supports this through academic research into regional gender inequality, delivering projects and talks, and launching tools like GENIE (Gender Equality Networks in Europe), a database of projects supporting gender equity in the music industry.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-goodwin-4533a9121/

Website: www.geniedatabase.com 

Instagram: @geniedatabase 

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I am a skilled performer who performed in many events across the UK and abroad and in different venues (indoor and outdoor).In addition, I can bring a good repertoire of music and musical genres because I studied music and playing the violin when I was a child so I like to play music and discover songs from famous films or TV shows:

Songs from TV series, cartoon shows and big movies such as 007 James Bond, Titanic, The Pink Panter, Batman, Superman, The Mask of Zorro, and Hans Zimmer - Pirates Of The Caribbean and Batman the dark knight with few other foreign, turkish and indian songs as well as doing voice over & saying funny sentences live as a voice over on films to change the dialogue sometimes and make it funny.

so I would like to work with you and get to know more creative people in LA and New York where we can be a real team in the entertainment industry

I'm now in London working on a film but I have a valid passport to travel to NYC for any possible film, TV show, commercial or future event (I met some creative people in NYC online via Zoom)

As an artist, actor and musician, I am really interested in working with you for future projects in London and New York, USA (I have my residence and permission to work in the UK)

I did some short films before and participated in different plays.

Short movies featuring: Zorro, Batman and the joke

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Rory Jack McDonald, a Canadian music professional, born on March 13th, 2001, in Toronto, Canada, discovered his passion for music at the age of 3 when he received a harmonica. By age 4, he began piano lessons, and at 6, he started performing. Throughout his childhood and teens, Rory showcased his talents at pubs, galas, and blues festivals. Self-taught on various instruments, including guitar, drums, bass, and accordion, he expanded his musical repertoire.

After playing trumpet in a regional arts high school program, Rory decided to pursue his musical passion. In 2019, he was accepted into Berklee College of Music on guitar, where he delved into music production, and songwriting, and honed his instrumental skills. In 2022, Rory released his debut single, "It Just Feels Like Home," a poignant rock ballad influenced by Paul McCartney's music. True to his musical journey, Rory wrote, arranged, recorded, and produced the song entirely on his own, showcasing his multifaceted talents. Adept in songwriting and multi-instrumentalism he skillfully navigates the intersection of rock and blues within his compositions. Having gained admission to Berklee College of Music in 2019, he pursued a comprehensive study of music production and songwriting, culminating in his graduation with a Bachelor of Music in Professional Music in 2023. Rory recently unveiled his first album, "Awake and Alone," on April 28, 2023. Demonstrating his artistic talent, he undertook the writing, performance, recording, and production processes entirely within his Berklee dorm

https://www.rorysmusic.com/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/rorymcdonald1?igsh=MTB0MTA5cTR6YXd4Yg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/04pOrScLNtqbtR2TPSUfLZ?si=wk9Ekcv4RMqZlGV5QtFdJw

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In this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Blue Canarinho from Reprezent Radio, based in Brixton, London. Blue's journey includes stints as a DJ in Ibiza, a radio presenter, a mentor, and an artist. He’s passionate about inspiring the next generation of radio talent in the UK, contributing significantly to Reprezent Radio's mission. Reprezent is more than just a station; it's a creative platform with multiple channels that empower young people to discover and positively represent themselves. By partnering with pioneering organizations, they’re driving systemic change for the youth.

In 2020, Blue birthed the transformative "Love In The Endz" radio show on Reprezent Radio, a platform that not only broadcasts music but serves as a cultural conduit. With an unwavering focus on underrepresented scenes from around the world, the show became a sonic exploration, introducing London to a myriad of global sounds. Blue's vision, far beyond being a DJ, positioned him as a curator of cultures, weaving a vibrant tapestry of diversity into the musical landscape of London.

Since its launch on FM in 2011, Reprezent Radio has been broadcasting from three shipping containers in Brixton, embodying a forward-thinking approach to underground music. What sets Reprezent apart is its diverse playlist, curated entirely by the station's presenters, featuring both signed and unsigned artists.

In addition to producing unique content through collaborations with brands and media platforms, Reprezent Radio is committed to nurturing future talent. They offer free training and practical experience to young people aged 18 to 25, helping them develop sustainable careers in broadcasting. This dedication to youth development ensures that Reprezent remains a vital part of London’s creative community.

https://www.reprezentradio.org.uk/#/about
https://www.instagram.com/bluecanarinho/

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Amy has spent the past 10 years working in music, starting her career at Warner Music and transitioning to the start-up environment with Sofar Sounds, a high-growth, venture-backed music and tech startup. At Sofar, she held various leadership roles, from scaling operations across multiple markets to developing strategic partnerships and marketing strategies that significantly increased revenue and engagement. Currently, Amy leads the Marketing team at Groover driving brand strategy and growth marketing, leveraging her extensive experience in digital marketing, project 
management, and strategic planning to support the company's expansion in the U.S.

Amy's dynamic career is underpinned by her MA in Business & Entrepreneurship and her international experience living in cities like Hamburg, London, Chicago, Seattle, Boston, and New York City.

groover.co 

IG handles: 

• Personal: @amesx 
• Groover: @groover.en and @groover.music  

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Michelle Kambasha is a music publicist, journalist, public speaker and  educator of over 11 years. As a publicist, she worked at Secretly Group and Satellite414 covering acts like, Sharon Van Etten, Bon Iver, William Eggleston, Lonnie Holley, Jamila Woods, Moses Sumney, Dave, Amber Mark and more. She frequently writes for major publications with by-lines including the Guardian, The Telegraph, The I, The Independent, WePresent. 

She teaches the module diversity in the creative industries at BIMM University and frequently hosts, chairs and talks on panels both national and international. Alongside this, she runs her PR company,  kp. communications, where she works with Kara Jackson, Jamila Woods, aja monet, Madison McFerrin as well as organisations like The Black Curriculum. Her work primarily focusses on the intersection of Black representation in alternative music spaces.

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Currently working with and overseeing the A&R for super talented British singer/songwriter Tammy Mariah who was recently at #7 in the official Music Week commercial pop charts with her self penned song entitled 'Go Away' produced by Janski with mix by Ruff Loaderz.

She is a mentor, and invests in and develops and manages  young singer/songwriters and producers. she is also an Executive Producer and Music Management Consultant. Who  created and named multi-platinum selling UK girl group Mis-Teeq who sold 12 million records whilst contracted to my production company. I am an experienced songwriter and also skilled at perfecting songs and polishing the production. She was interviewed by the BBC in the news room for BBC South News Today about mentoring an artist and the advent of streaming; open to more interviews relating to working with young artists, and the music business. she attended study trips to Beijing, Yiwu and Shanghai in China, and also RANEPA University in Moscow on an MBA course.

Specialities

Artist Development | A&R | Songwriting/Singing | Producer | Mentoring | Music Production Services | R&B, Soul, Dance and House | Managing Director | Project Management | Office Manager | researched Generation Z and Generation Alpha.

https://www.instagram.com/bigoutltd/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-porter-mba-ba-hons-2542245b/?originalSubdomain=uk
https://www.instagram.com/_tammymariah_/
https://www.threads.net/@bigoutltd

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Jenn is a Music Industry Professional, Musician, Educator and PhD Candidate with over 16 years experience in the Music and Creative Arts Industry. She has a background in theatre arts and performance, as an actor, vocalist, instrumentalist and touring session musician. Her career began as a session keys player for The Hoosiers (Sony BMG, 2007), launching a touring career across UK, Europe and USA, performing at festivals, on TV and Radio. Jenn is also a freelance singer-pianist, big band vocalist, and MD.

Within her role as Curriculum Lead for Artist Development on the BMus Popular Music degree she curates and oversees a curriculum that aligns with current industry practises, and that is underpinned by a philosophy of graft, authentic networking, vision and innovation.

Jenn is an External Examiner for the ICMP London.

• Artist Development Liason
• Course Leader Professional Engagement BMus POP
• Lecturer and Mentor in Artist Development BMus POP
• Lecturer in Stagecraft BMus POP
• Lecturer in Digital Journalism BMus POP
• MA Supervisor
• Member of the Academic Board 2022-25

Curriculum Lead - Artist Development

BA, MA, FHEA

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