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Featured | 11 September 2026

What’s On…  Westfield Days: The Sound of Style, curated by Priya Ahluwalia, Sept 11th-20th @ Westfield Straford City

This September, UD is taking over Westfield Stratford City. We’re bringing panels and live sets to Westfield Days: The Sound of Style — curated by Priya Ahluwalia in partnership with Fashion Britain, exploring where fashion and music meet through the sounds, stories and cultural influences that shape the Ahluwalia world…

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Artists, Events, Featured, What's On | 11 September 2026

What’s On…  Westfield Days: The Sound of Style, curated by Priya Ahluwalia, Sept 11th-20th @ Westfield Straford City

This September, UD is taking over Westfield Stratford City. We’re bringing panels and live sets to Westfield Days: The Sound of Style — curated by Priya Ahluwalia in partnership with Fashion Britain, exploring where fashion and music meet through the sounds, stories and cultural influences that shape the Ahluwalia world…

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Events, Talent House, What's On | 10 September 2026

What’s On… Industry Takeover Series: Race and Representation in Black British Visual Music with Nadine Persaud + Edem Wornoo, Wed 16th Sept @ Talent House

Nadine Persaud (Creative Director) and Edem Wornoo (Director) sit down to ask the question the industry keeps dodging: whether Black British visual culture still has room for the music video, or whether the feed’s already won…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 9 September 2026

What’s On: Writing Camp, Wed 23rd Sept @ Talent House

On Wednesday 23rd September, from 10am–6pm, we’re opening the doors of Talent House to producers, songwriters, musicians and vocalists aged 18–25, from all backgrounds and levels of experience. Come through, write, collaborate, and get a real feel for what it’s like to be part of the Talent House community…

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Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 3 September 2026

What’s On… Industry Takeover Series: The Future of Music Creation – Using AI Creatively and Responsibly, 9th Sept @ Talent House

On Wed 9th September, you’re invited to Talent House for a hands-on session with Diamond Duggal aka DJ Swami (founder, SUPRODA). This workshop will explore where AI actually earns its place in your music-making process and where you need to draw the line…

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Artists, Featured, Interviews, Long Read, Music | 28 August 2026

Introducing… Dia Day

From Italian opera and post-hardcore to neo-soul and rap, Croydon storyteller Dia Day talks wearing her heart on her sleeve, finding her voice and turning diary entries into debut album Letters to L…

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Talent House, What's On | 25 August 2026

News: UD’s Recruiting – Apply for Duty Manager (Freelance)

UD is hiring a Duty Manager (Freelance) to run the floor at Talent House. As the primary point of contact during shifts, you will represent UD Music, ensuring the building operates smoothly, safely, and securely while hosting events, commercial hires, and studio sessions. Here’s what the role involves and how to apply…

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Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 24 August 2026

What’s On… Industry Takeover Series: Introduction to Self-Employment with Hannah Mina

You’re making money from music. Are you actually set up to keep it? On Wed 2nd September, join us for a workshop where Hannah Mina strips self-employment back to what it actually means for artists, producers and creatives — no jargon, no scare tactics, just the stuff you need to know.

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Artists, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 20 August 2026

What’s On…. Emerging Artist Residency August

UD are happy to announce the next two artists taking part in our Emerging Artist Residency – a dedicated programme designed to champion the next wave of musical talent via complimentary studio access. This August, we invite Impho & BNC to step into the spotlight at Talent House…

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Artists, Featured, Interviews, Talent House, What's On | 18 August 2026

Introducing… Jacob Storey

Coming up through the rigamarole of musical theatre, the rite of passage of YouTube copyrighting jumpscares, and now the expansive and uplifting arms of the UD Incubator programme, Jacob Storey has a tale to tell through the enchanting medium of dark-pop-R&B, and we’re all listening with open ears…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 13 August 2026

Industry Takeover Series: The Talent House Sept–Dec Season Is Here

Talent House is where you show up — to learn, to perform, to meet the people who make things happen next. From September to December, we have 14 events. Workshops, seminars, showcases, masterclasses. From AI and the future of music-making, the truth about brand deals, what A&Rs are actually listening for, a mic that’s yours for the taking and much more…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 12 August 2026

News: Talent House Membership – Everything You Need to Grow, Under One Roof

Our Talent House Membership gives creators, artists, producers, engineers and songwriters the space, tools and community they need to grow. Gain access to industry-standard studios, develop your skills through workshops and writing camps, and connect with a community of next-generation talent — all under one roof, and only £25 a month.

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Artists, Featured, Talent House | 10 August 2026

Introducing… TÉODORA

Hailing from the lush and bucolic landscape of Romania, now living in the concrete and creative bustle of London city; artist, teacher, TV star, and Incubator Programme artist TÉODORA shares her story with UD…

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Artists, Featured, Music, Talent House | 3 August 2026

Introducing… Isabelle Mettle `

A precious Mettle. A sonic alchemist. A fusing of genres. Isabelle Mettle is one and all of these notions, a producer, songwriter, and remarkable vocalist emerging from UD’s Incubator programme and Flames Collective into an expansive summer of hotly anticipated live performances. We sat down with Isabelle to hear more about her stint in Liverpool, a brief but fruitful interaction with Snarky Puppy, and where she finds herself now at the helm of a burgeoning musical career…

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Artists, Featured, Flames Collective, Music, Talent House, What's On | 28 July 2026

What’s On…. Emerging Artist Residency July

UD are happy to announce the next artist taking part in our Emerging Artist Residency – a dedicated programme designed to champion the next wave of musical talent via complimentary studio access. This July, we invited Ohrachel to step into the spotlight at Talent House…

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Artists, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 16 July 2026

News: Apply for UD’s Incubator Programme 2026/27

Are you under 25, living in London and an independent artist making music of Black origin? Our Incubator Programme, a bespoke talent and career development opportunity, is designed to help you take your artistry to the next level…

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Featured, Talent House | 13 July 2026

News: UD’s Recruiting – Apply for Community & Membership Coordinator (Freelance)

UD is hiring a Community & Membership Coordinator to help build the next chapter of Talent House – growing our community programme, strengthening partnerships, and turning engagement into lasting membership. Freelance, 2.5 days a week, based in Stratford. Here’s what the role involves and how to apply…

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