About me
Aspiring music industry professional recently completing a Masters in Critical and Applied Musicology at the University of Leeds. Experience extends to journalism, event management, label administration, A&R, distribution, social media and press. Deeply passionate about both electronic music and pursuing a career in the industry.
Projects
- We Are Viable CompilationGimme A Break Records presents their "We Are Viable" Compilation featuring 15 producers from Leeds and further afield. All of the proceeds from this compilation will be donated to MAP, a Leeds-based charity providing alternative music education to young people who cannot access mainstream schooling. In these trying times, we must support charities such as MAP which are integral to the North’s creativity and vibrant music scene.
- GAB Presents: The 0113 EnquiryGimme A Break Records present their first vinyl release featuring four talented Leeds-based producers. With the support of the charitable music initiative Launchpad, through both mentoring and funding, alongside physical and digital distribution with Lobster Theremin we are delighted to continue to represent and support the forward-thinking electronic music coming out of the North of England. The record’s A-side features a funk-influenced number from Bakey who continues to develop his distincti
- Solidarity With Ukraine CompilationGimme A Break Records are incredibly proud to announce their ‘Solidarity With Ukraine’ compilation. Spanning across the genres of breakbeat, UK garage, electro, techno, trance, dubstep and jungle our fundraiser V.A. features 18 incredible producers from across the globe. Following our discussions with Beth Alana and Nova Cheq we have decided to donate all proceeds from the compilation to the K41 Community Fund. This is a project initiated by the team at the Kyiv based cultural institution ∄ wit
Work history
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Record Store AssistantThe Vinyl Whistle
Leeds, United KingdomPart Time
Liaised with local musicians, DJs and promoters, to organise a number of in-store events.
Helped to curate the store’s electronic music inventory by working with local independent labels such as Peaky Beats Records and Spin City.
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Co-founder & Co-directorGimme A Break Records
Leeds, United KingdomPart Time
Developed and realised the concept of GAB Records as a Leeds-based record label representing underground dance music.
Successfully released the label’s first record, “GAB Presents: The 0113 Enquiry” which sold out in just four weeks.
Curated two various artists compilations which have currently raised over £2500 for MAP Charity and the K41 Community Fund, supporting those affected by the conflict in Ukraine.
Developed a diverse mix series representing DJs primarily from Leeds but also supporting artists from across the UK and the globe.
Secured a number of high-profile premieres for the label’s releases including Mixmag, DJMag, Definite Party Material, Sound Transitions and Fat Kid On Fire.
Co-ordinated a sold-out event in collaboration with 23 Degrees presenting Y U QT: All Night Long.
Secured a residency at The Old Red Bus Station and booked artists including Mixtress, Phasmid, Savvy and more.
Established a strong brand across various social media platforms.
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Skills
- Label Management
- Time Management
- Communication
- Event Management
- Artist Liaison
- Artist Relations
- Marketing
- Social Media
Education
BA(Hons) in History and MusicUniversity of Leeds
- Leeds, United Kingdom
Achieved a 1st Class Degree.