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Featured | 7 May 2026

News: Industry Takeover 2026 Programme Announced

Co-curated by UD’s community of artists, creatives and industry partners, #IT2026 is the all-day event that puts emerging music talent in the same room as the people shaping the industry — and gives them the tools to build a career on their own terms.

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Artists, Talent House | 15 May 2026

News: On A Level with Joseph ‘JP’ Patterson x Joe Black & Squeeks

Last month, UD welcomes Joseph ‘JP’ Patterson to Talent House to film the latest instalment of his On A Level series. Episode 6 sees JP go head-to-head with road rap legends, Joe Black and Squeeks…

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Artists, Music, Talent House, What's On | 13 May 2026

What’s On… Emerging Artist Residency May

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 May, we invite Oliver Parikian, a South London based multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and jazz pianist to step into the spotlight at Talent House…

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Artists, What's On | 12 May 2026

Opportunity: Apply for Creative Newham’s Cultural Producers Programme

Creative Newham’s Cultural Producers programme is an intensive training programme for 18-30 creatives living in the borough of Newham who want to become arts producers in their community. It is paid and runs 3 days per week between August 2026 and February 2027. 

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Artists, Events, Talent House, What's On | 11 May 2026

What’s On… Industry Takeover Series: How To Be Your Own Booking Agent with Shao Dow

On Wed 20th May, UD’s How To Be Your Own Booking Agent workshop – led by Shao Dow – will equip participants with the tools to book their own gigs and tours, covering key areas such as contracts, fee negotiation, and show advancing. Ideal for independent artists looking to take control of their live performance opportunities…

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Artists, Talent House, What's On | 8 May 2026

What’s On… Apply for UD’s Emerging Artist Residency

Applications are now open for the third round of our Emerging Artist Residency – a programme created to champion the next wave of talent with complimentary studio access…

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Artists, Events, Featured, IT2026, What's On | 7 May 2026

News: Industry Takeover 2026 Programme Announced

Co-curated by UD’s community of artists, creatives and industry partners, #IT2026 is the all-day event that puts emerging music talent in the same room as the people shaping the industry — and gives them the tools to build a career on their own terms.

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Artists, Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 5 May 2026

What’s On… Industry Takeover Series: Bedroom to Banger with Rude Kid

Bedroom to Banger is back! This workshop, led by producer Rude Kid, will focus on a track breakdown session, showing how a simple demo turns into a full production ready for release…

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

What’s On… Industry Takeover Series: Artist Management 101 with Don’t Sleep

On Wednesday 29th April, join Don’t Sleep from 7pm-9pm at UD’s Talent House. The Management 101 Workshop breaks down the artist–manager relationship and equips you with the tools to effectively self-manage…

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Artists, Featured, Music, Talent House, What's On | 10 April 2026

What’s On… Emerging Artist Residency April

UD are proud 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 April, we invite lina sounds to step into the spotlight at Talent House…

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

What’s On… Industry Takeover Series: The Art of Sampling Workshop with Yaw Evans

On Wednesday 15th April, join Yaw Evans, from 7pm-9pm at UD’s Talent House for The Art of Sampling Workshop. Participants will learn how to capture their own samples, experiment with processing techniques and transform raw audio into original ideas…

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Artists, Events, Featured, What's On | 26 March 2026

What’s On: Industry Takeover 2026, Friday 12th June @ Rich Mix

#IT2026 Industry Takeover 2026, returns to Rich Mix on Friday 12th June. 1 day, 15+ events. Secure your place today at UDtickets.com…

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Artists, Events, Talent House, What's On | 10 March 2026

What’s On… Industry Takeover Series: Naz Hamdi In Conversation with Shystie, 18th March @ Talent House

Naz Hamdi, a heritage and music professional from Newham, sits down with fellow east Londoner, Shystie, artist, actress and creative content producer to talk all things Dubplate Drama alongside her career journey from musician to content producer…

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Artists, Featured, Music, Talent House, What's On | 9 March 2026

What’s On… Emerging Artist Residency March

UD are proud 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 March we welcome niemba to Talent House…

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Artists, Featured, Flames Collective, Music | 2 March 2026

UD Selects: RAYE ‘Nightingale Lane’  (Live at Abbey Road Studios) with Flames Collective

In the words of RAYE herself: “We have recorded a live version of Nightingale Lane, filmed at the renowned Abbey Road Studios with the incredibly talented London Symphony Orchestra and The Flames Collective choir. We hope you love it.” Indeed, we do…

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Artists, Featured, Talent House | 19 February 2026

What’s On… Emerging Artist Residency February

UD are proud 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 February we welcome T Nova and Jem Wax to Talent House…

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Talent House | 9 February 2026

News: UD Music Foundation Treasurer Trustee Opportunity

UD Music Foundation is looking for a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees. This is a senior, strategic role for someone who wants to use their financial expertise to power an organisation that believes music can change lives…

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