Chantelle, Author at UD Music

Artists, Featured, Interviews, Level 4, Music, Talent House | 10 January 2023

Introducing… Digital Mozart

Maria Hanlon caught up with producer, DJ, designer and UD alumnus, Digital Mozart, on his inspiration, his recent achievements, Talent House and future plans…

Artists, Featured, Music | 6 January 2023

UD Selects: Why we’re fans of… Bib Sama.

Following his sold-out show at Peckham Audio last year, Kat Friar shines a light on the self-proclaimed ‘Nu-Grime’ sonics of bib sama. One to watch in 2023, say we…

Artists, Featured, Flames Collective, Talent House | 5 January 2023

UD x BBC Radio 4

On 31st December, Flames Collective were invited to perform for the BBC Radio 4 Today programme, guest edited by technologist, CEO, author and UD Chair Designate, Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon. Listen back here…

Artists, Events, Featured, Interviews, Talent House, What's On | 3 January 2023

Introducing… Blue Lab Beats

Maria Hanlon chatted to the Grammy Award winning jazztronica duo, Blue Lab Beats, ahead of their UD Masterclass in January, about their album, Motherland Journey, which artists are on their radar and what their advice for up and coming musicians would be…

Artists, Events, Featured, Flames Collective, Level 4, Music, Talent House | 29 December 2022

A Year In The Life Of UD: 2022

Marketing consultant, Chantelle Fiddy, reflects on a year in the life of UD and all things Talent House…

Artists, Featured, Interviews, Music, Talent House | 20 December 2022

Introducing… Max McKenzie

A rising star, Max McKenzie is your go-to host, some-time comedian, more-time musician and certified bringer of vibes. Kat Friar caught up with Max to talk creativity, his debut release and future world domination…

Artists, Featured, Music | 19 December 2022

UD Selects: December Mixtape

Bringing you a pick of the month’s best releases, Maria Hanlon presents 10 tunes that have hit her decks – and got a reload – in December. Starring The Mouse Outfit & Misha B, SBTRKT & LEILAH, Asha Gold, Little Simz, Debbie & BERWYN, Sam Wise, Asher Kosher, Mafro, Natty Wylah & Headie One…

Artists, Events, Featured, Music | 16 December 2022

UD Selects: Why we’re fans of… Kwaku Asante

Kat Friar – lucky enough to nab a ticket for Kwaku Asante’s recent sold-out show at Village Underground, Shoreditch – breaks down why we’re big fans of Asante’s soul-laced, gospel-infused R&B offerings…

Artists, Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 15 December 2022

UD MASTERCLASS SERIES 002 / BLUE LAB BEATS / 11.01.23 @ TALENT HOUSE

On Wednesday January 11th, for our second Masterclass, we’ll be joined by Grammy and Jazz FM Award winners, Blue Lab Beats, with tickets on sale now at £5, (free to members), bag a seat while you can!

Artists, Events, Talent House, What's On | 13 December 2022

UD PRESENTS… OPEN MIC 12th January @ TALENT HOUSE

On the 12th January @ Talent House UD presents… Open Mic! 3 Sugar House Lane, E15 2QS. Free entry! 6.30-10pm. 18+ event (ID may be required)

Artists, Featured, Interviews, Level 4, Talent House | 13 December 2022

Introducing… Likkle Jay

Music producer, engineer and UD alumni, Justina Bryce aka Likkle Jay joined us in 2013 where she started her engineering experience at the UD Studio. We discuss her journey and year in music, including working with Stormzy and Chris Brown…

Artists, Events, Featured, Music, Talent House, What's On | 8 December 2022

UD Low Down: Open Mic @ Talent House 01/12

The final UD Open Mic of the year brought in talent from all over London. Starring EVA, ViVi, Anarii, Tstarnay, Skye, Tolu, Elusade, Mar!k, Reptile B, Knap, Kofi, UCHE BW, Claudia, Promise, Katya, Lil Trubz, Rashad, your host Nayana and more. Kat Friar reports…

Events, Featured, Talent House | 1 December 2022

UD Low Down: Elijah Masterclass 001 @ Talent House

The multi-hyphenate Elijah; label founder, designer, artist manager, DJ and creator of the infamous instagram yellow-squares, held a masterclass at UD’s East London HQ, Talent House, on 23rd November 2022. Jojo Jones reports…

Artists, Events, Featured, What's On | 30 November 2022

Feature: 25 Years of MOBO!

UD take a moment to reflect on the 25 year legacy of the trailblazing MOBO Awards and its most nostalgic moments, best-in-class performances and guest presenters throughout the years…

Artists, Featured, Music | 29 November 2022

UD Selects: November Mixtape

Bringing you a pick of the month’s best releases, Maria Hanlon presents 10 tunes that have hit her decks – and got a reload – in November. Starring Wesley Joseph, DEJA, Jordan Stephens, Stormzy, Mac Wetha, Biig Piig, Lord Apex, Tamera, Jelani Blackman, Kojey Radical, SAULT, Sam Wise & Yazmin Lacey…

Artists, Events, Featured, Music, Talent House, What's On | 28 November 2022

INTRODUCING… Ariez Baby

Coming to our attention following a stand-out performance at our Open Mic night, Kat Friar met up with Ariez Baby to find out more about her artistry and career to date…