Are you a talented singer, but don't know where to go next?
Do you want to work with highly recommended top producers?
Do you want the opportunity to meet LabelManagers and A&R?
Do you want to fulfill your talent?
We can do something about it?
At Major Music we offer music knowledge, experience, and opportunities that are next to none!
Major Music's team of experts provides you with the knowledge and experience to move your career forward to new and higher levels.
As an Artist Development Academy we specialise in creating a one to one programme for aspiring singer/songwriter/performers to develop or improve their vocal and performance skills; work on their image and styling; write, record and produce a demo, single or album.
We bridge the gap between aspiring artists and Major Recording companies and through our Industry Seminars, with successful managers, record labels, performing artists and many other professional music industry individuals, you are sure to reach levels with your music that you would never have expected to!
So what are you waitiing for? Call us on +44 (0)207 490 2299 or send us an email at info@majormusic.co.uk
Stephen Jones
Would you like to find out more about what different aspects that apply in A&R? Even better, would you like to know how it can help your music career? Well Look no further and come down to the seminar as we are proud to have Stephen Jones grace our stage as the guest speaker for our up coming seminar!
Stephen was the senior A&R manager for Universal Music Publishing for 5 years - He signed Sigur Ros, The Killers and Queens of The Stone Age plus some songwriters who have cuts on albums of everyone from Gorillaz to Britney Spears and Atomic Kitten to Kylie Minogue. Prior to that he was A&R Editor at Music Week for 3 years and he is pretty familiar with several aspects of the music business. Stephen currently manages artists from scratch, and does some occasional consultation and writes for various publications, mainly The Sun at the moment. He is also looking into making a move into the live venue sector.
Ghetts
Songwriter MC/ Grime/ Hip Hop Artist
Have you ever wondered how you would get by in the music industry as a young artist, when there is a lot of competition out there? Ever wondered what effects your name can have on your music career? Ever wondered how you would overcome controversy in your life and continue to follow your Dream? Well look no further than the talented MC/Songwriter/Hip Hop and Grime artist Ghetts. He has experienced it all and is ready to share his knowledge with you.
At 24 years of age, Justin Clarke aka Ghetts has finally matured into the artist he has always strived to be; The road to his successful music career has not been entirely smooth sailing, but his hard work and perseverance have definitely paid off.He has collaborated with the likes ofKano and featured in two tracks from the album ‘Home Sweet Home’ , one of which was the hit single ‘Typical Me’. Ghetts toured alongside Kano on the promotional tour for the album which included taking part in tours with Nas and The Streets, as well as opening up for Juelz Santanain New York and performing at the MOBO Awards.Now commanding his own stage and audience Ghetts’s 1st single ‘Sing For Me’from his debut album is due for release on the 9th of March, the track already a favourite, with remixes of it playing all over the airwaves and TV and has been snapped up by record label All Around The Worlda division of Universal and home to artists such as N-Dubs the track is set to be Ghetts’ first chart hit and is predicted to propel him into the mainstream.
This is an opportunity you would not want to miss! So Come down, it will be on Thursday 26th January, at 5:30pm for a 6:00pm start. To book your place now Click Here
Previous Industry Speakers
Tony Hadley
Singer/ Songwriter/ Performer
Many thanks go out to Tony Hadley, who was our guest seminar speaker on Thursday 29th January 2009
Students and staff alike where more than impressed with the ounces of information that Tony had to share.
He has been an accomplished solo artist for nearly 15 years following his successful career with Spandau Ballet. As the lead singer of Spandau Ballet, and the voice everyone has gotten to recognise from hits like “True”and “Gold”,he enjoyed massive worldwide success with over 10 top ten singles with the group being considered pioneers of the 80s New Romantic movement. Tony loves songwriting and recording, although his real passion lies within the live arena. His musical work has been extremely far-reaching and diverse. He has performed with Orchestras, in concerts, made his West End debut as Billy Flynn in Chicago, and also has his own show on Virgin radio. Throughout his musical career Tony has pretty much done it all.Tony’s contribution to the music industry was recognised in 2005 when The British Academy of Composers and Songwriters awarded him with a Gold Badge.
Jakki Healey
Talent And Music Executive MTV
Our last seminar of the 2008, ended with a lovely bang!
A massive thank you to Jakki Healy fromMTV, as the Talent And Music Executive, Jakki was able to give the students an in depth insight to the role of aTalent And Music Executive and what impact her role has on getting artist videos, signed or unsigned to be aired on TV. Jakki left no table unturned in her explanation of the requirements and process of what happens after a submission of a music video. This was a fantastic ending to our seminars for the year, and everyone that was in attendance would definitely agree with us.
Ray Paul - Executive Producer - BBC 1Xtra
A big thank you to Mr Ray Paul, who was our guest speaker at our seminar on the 30th of October. The saying that "you are never too old to learn" could not have been more true after hearing what knowledge Ray instilled on the students and Major Music. Everyone that attended was exhilarated and will definitely be smiling for a long time to come. Knowledge is power and what better way to get empowered with information about the music business.
Adam Griffin - Product Manager - RCA
We where very pleased to have, and would like to thank Adam Griffin, who was our guest speaker at our seminar on Thursday the 25th of September Adam takes care of the marketing for artists such as Beyonce, John Legend, George Sampson (Britain's Got Talent 2008 winner). All who attended where fortunate to get an insight of what the role of a Product Manager entails and how it all works from their point of view.
If you wish you where there, make sure not to miss our special Tony Hadley and 1st seminar of 2009 on Thursday 29th January at 5:30pm for a 6:00pm start. For more information email us at info@majormusic.co.uk
Major Music are proud to announce their affiliation with Lady Gaga's label Konvict Musik also responsible for artsists such as Akon and T-Pain. Former Major Music student Kelly Pepper now signed to MM sister company Baby Girl Music International, has the artist Qwes featuring on her single "Blow My Mind"
Pixie Lott
We are proud to Announce that Pixie Lott who worked closely with Major Music producer Laurence Hobbs is soon to release her debut single "Mama Do" will be released on May 11 on Mercury. Quoted as "next year's cover girl" by the times online Pixie is definately set for mega stardom.
Click hereto see the rest of the artists that our team have worked with and what they have gone on to do!
Sean Mac, who has worked with the MM writing team, has signed to Sony/BMG Records in Holland and is about to release his first album, in early 2009
Hot New girl band signed to Misteeq’s management company have been writing with the MMteam.
One of the biggest new stars inMalta Thea Salibahas just finished 2 songs with the MM team.She has over the last year had2 top ten hits and is the Face of Vodaphone in Malta and is destined for even bigger things!
A song written my the MM team, called ‘Maybe’ is about to come out by Jamilithe biggest girl band in South Africa on Sony/BMG Records
American singer Malissiahas just finished her Christmas album recorded at the MMstudios in conjunction with the "Born Free" charity. It’s available to buy at her site.
Kelly Pepper Woos Crowd at the Ultimate After Party
Major Music’s former student and now Baby Girl International’s artist Kelly Pepper gave a delightful performance over the weekend at the Ultimate After Party. Kelly graced the stage not only once but two nights in a row. She took the stage by storm, and had the crowd hypnotised with her fantastic songs and well choreographed dance routines. Kelly has really made the Major Music team proud and she is going to be the dance artist of 2009 to recon with. Her debut single “Miracle Man” is set to be one of the biggest dance tracks of the summer, so watch this space and keep checking for updates.
George Sampson rehearses and records at Major Music/Baby Girl
Britain’s got talent winner George Sampson, who was rehearsing at Major Music for his up coming DVD “Access to all areas”, and has recorded at our studios is releasing his first single since he won the talent contest in May. The double A-side single titled “Get Up On The Dance Floor/ Headz Up” looks like it is going to top the charts, great times ahead for George.
The Major Music Team and students attend Popkomm!
The Major Music team and students went to Berlin for the annual Popkomm Music trade show. It turned out to be an extremely successful trip with the students making excellent contacts with Warner Music, Sony/BMG as well as a whole host of other record and music companies.
Auditions
Major Music are looking for talented singers who would like to be part of what it takes. If you are serious about being a recording artist then please come along and show us what you've got!
