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Featured, Talent House | 16 June 2025

News: UD’s PAMELA McCORMICK AWARDED MBE FOR SERVICES TO MUSIC EDUCATION

Pamela McCormick, founder and director of UD, has been awarded a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the King’s Birthday Honours 2025 for outstanding services to music education…

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Artists, Featured, Talent House | 11 June 2025

Meet The Incubator Programme Class of 2025

UD proudly presents the Incubator 2025 cohort – it’s time to meet the nine exceptional artists who will embark on this six-month talent and career development opportunity. Say hello to ANJA, Dia Day, Diya Sohi, Isabelle Mettle, Jacob Story, Jedz, Rio Sterling, Shelbee Tee & Teodora…

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Artists, Featured, Music, Talent House, What's On | 29 May 2025

What’s On: Introducing the Emerging Artist Residency 

UD is thrilled to launch our new Emerging Artist Residency — a dedicated programme designed to champion the next wave of musical talent via complimentary studio access. Read on to find out more…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Interviews, Talent House, What's On | 19 May 2025

Introducing… Reptile B

A regular standout at UD’s Open Mic nights, Reptile B has kept pushing forward—despite an industry that still puts barriers in front of out, Black queer artists. As a recipient of UD’s Free Yard initiative and a name that’s lit up multiple UD stages, he was the obvious choice for our spotlight artist as we team up with TRENCH Magazine for the first-ever SXSW London…

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Artists, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 15 May 2025

What’s On… Free Yard is back for 2025

Free Yard is back by popular demand! We’re switching things up and giving artists, making music of Black origin, the chance to get creating in UD’s studios. If you’re a London based artist, aged 14-25, why not take this opportunity to enjoy a complimentary studio session at our state-of-the-art Talent House?

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Artists, Featured, Interviews, Long Read, Talent House | 29 April 2025

Introducing… ManLikeKofi

Hailed as the self-proclaimed prodigal son of UD, ManLikeKofi remains a steadfast feature of the ecosystem, an artist, producer, and architect designing sonic cathedrals across digital platforms and through expert production. Driven by faith and the enduring power of practice, ManLikeKofi talks with Elsa Monteith about going viral with gospel, the importance of investing in a quality live performance, and what 10,000 hours of commitment to your artistry can bring you…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Talent House | 27 March 2025

UD Gallery: Open Mic @ Talent House, 13/03

On the 13th March, we welcomed Poet’s Palace and a crew of spoken word artists, rappers and lyricists to the Talent House for a special edition of UD’s Open Mic. Hosted by Temi T, check the gallery courtesy of Laura ‘Hyperfrank’ Brosnan…

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Interviews, Podcast, Talent House | 25 March 2025

Be Unstoppable Podcast: Episode 12 with Riki Bleau

The 12th episode of the Be Unstoppable Podcast, recorded at UD, is now available for your listening (or watching) pleasure, as host Ben Wynter goes head-to-head with music industry legend, Riki Bleau…

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Events, Talent House, What's On | 11 March 2025

Introducing… Temi T, spoken word artist & host, Poet’s Palace

Ahead of our special UD x Poet’s Palace Open Mic this week, Thursday 13th March at Talent House, meet our guest host, spoken word artist Temi T…

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Artists, Featured, Guide, Long Read, Talent House | 10 March 2025

LONG READ: FIND FUNDING TO SUPPORT YOUR MUSIC IN 2025

Making money as a musician is no mean feat. It’s not unusual for early career (and firmly established) artists, producers, and behind-the-scenes creatives to seek out multiple sources of income to fund their practice. Whether you’re new to the game, or a seasoned grant recipient, here’s your guide to securing music funding in 2025…

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Interviews, Podcast, Talent House | 6 March 2025

Be Unstoppable Podcast: Episode 11 with TK, Manager & Co-Founder, Finesse Foreva

The 11th episode of the Be Unstoppable Podcast is now available for your listening (or watching) pleasure, as host Ben Wynter goes head-to-head with TK, Manager & Co-Founder of Finesse Foreva…

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Featured, Level 4 | 26 February 2025

What’s On… LEVEL 4: APPLY NOW VIA UCAS EXTRA!

Looking to start your degree this year? If you’ve used all five choices on your application, and you’re not holding any offers, you could still find a place using Extra – it’s free! Apply for UD’s bespoke Level 4 courses (the first year of a degree), starting in September 2025 at Talent House today…

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Artists, Events, Talent House | 24 February 2025

UD Gallery: Open Mic @ Talent House, 13/02

Our second Open Mic of the year at Talent House was a serious vibe, with guest host Angelo, directing the night. Check out the photo gallery courtesy of Laura ‘Hyperfrank’ Brosnan…

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Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 20 February 2025

What’s On… UD x Poet’s Palace Open Mic, 13th March @ Talent House

Calling all spoken word artists, poets, rappers & lyricists! Join us at Talent House on Thursday 13th March for a special Poet’s Palace Open Mic, hosted by Temi T…

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Podcast, Talent House | 17 February 2025

Be Unstoppable Podcast: Episode 10 with Lorna Clarke, Director of Music at the BBC

The 10th episode of the Be Unstoppable Podcast is now available for your listening (or watching) pleasure, as host Ben Wynter brings us an unmissable conversation featuring the powerhouse behind the BBC’s music strategy—Lorna Clarke, Director of Music at the BBC…

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Featured, Long Read, Talent House | 17 February 2025

Long Read… Like Lockdown Never Happened: Dr Joy White on music, culture, and the pandemic’s sonic legacy

On the 23rd January, UD hosted an in-person book launch and conversation with Dr Joy White, author of Like Lockdown Never Happened, discussing how Black music and Black creative expression soundtracked and sustained us through COVID-19, and how this work continues to shape our relations to culture and to each other. Elsa Monteith reports…

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