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Events, Interviews, Music, Talent House, What's On | 26 March 2023

Long Read: In Conversation with Chris Cooke

UD’s new Talent House and the Industry Takeover series are connecting artists with the knowledge they need to succeed. Ahead of our week-long series of events for #IT2023, we chat to our regular go-to host, CMU founder, Chris Cooke…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 17 March 2023

UD REVEALS INDUSTRY TAKEOVER 2023 LINE-UP

0207 Def Jam, Music Against Racism, Rio Ferdinand Foundation, PPL, BBC’s Chi Chi Izundu, Elijah, Ray BLK and more to take part in the week-long programme

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Artists, Events, Featured, Interviews, Talent House, What's On | 14 March 2023

Introducing… TSB

Meet TSB who sits at the top table of UK producers, having established himself as the first port of call for artists with a story to tell: collaborations under his belt include Stormzy, Knucks, Headie One, J Hus, Dave, Buju, Craig David, Bree Runway and AJ Tracey. UD writer Kat Friar caught up with TSB ahead of his sold-out Industry Takeover Masterclass…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 13 March 2023

Industry Takeover Update

Industry Takeover 2023 #IT2023 March 27th – April 2nd. 1 House. 7 Days. Are you ready to Takeover? Starring 0207 Def Jam, The Rio Ferdinand Foundation, Warner, Music Against Racism, TSB, The Flight Club, PRS, PPL, MMF, Finesse Foreva, Spit Game, TikTok, Complex UK, Open Mic, TRENCH, GUAP, Athian Akec x Nadine White & Orii Jam, with more to be announced…

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Events, Interviews, Talent House, What's On | 10 March 2023

UD x Joseph ‘JP’ Patterson x Polymer Zine

Ahead of Industry Takeover 2023, we revisit TRENCH founder Joseph ‘JP’ Patterson’s interview, talking grime, church, ChockABlock, MTV’s The Wrap-Up, Complex UK, TRENCH and how raving opened doors (and his eyes!) to a career in music with Polymer Zine…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 9 March 2023

UD Low Down: Open Mic @ Talent House, 02/03

It’s the first week of the month, when UD holds its Open Mic, showcasing new and up-coming talent. Hosted by our very own star on the rise, Nayana, it’s the perfect way to start the month – with a vibe. Starring Aaron P’Reach, Swaggalyricalassassin, Chayz3r, Jsmine Sophia, Ayomide Ukpong, Kadi, Quinn, Krys, Briz, Asriel, KayzTheGreat, BsMnT J, Kesensa, JAHMALE, Meridian, Malaika, Augustus, Yesha, Chowerman & Velli, Tim Duzit and KHAOS KHAYY R, Kat Friar reports from Talent House…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Interviews, Music, What's On | 7 March 2023

Introducing… Tyson

Maria Hanlon caught up with rising star TYSON ahead of her show at the Barbican on International Women’s Day to find out more about her recent releases, Ladies Music Pub and her advice for women starting out in the music industry…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Interviews, Music, Talent House, What's On | 6 March 2023

Introducing… Orii Jam

UD invited the Orii Jam crew to Takeover the Talent House studios for a three-day-long writing camp. Kat Friar went behind the scenes for a vibe check and caught up with Orii Jam founder, Fred aka Neue Grafik, host Germane and the artists, on all things Orii, music and UD…

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Events, Featured, Guide, Interviews, Talent House, What's On | 2 March 2023

The long-read: Who are PPL & how do I get paid?

Ahead of Industry Takeover 2023, we revisit one of our most read features, as Chantelle Fiddy goes head-to-head with our event supporter, PPL, in an exclusive long-read, packed with essential information for record label owners, performers, managers and creators…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 21 February 2023

#IT2023 Industry Takeover 2023 Update

Industry Takeover 2023 #IT2023 March 27th – April 2nd. 1 House. 7 Days. Are you ready to Takeover? Starring MMF, Finesse Foreva, Spit Game, TikTok, Complex UK, Open Mic, TRENCH, GUAP, Athian Akec & Orii Jam, with more to be announced…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 16 February 2023

UD Masterclass 005/ Kevin Christian-Blair/ 22.02.23 @ Talent House

On Wednesday 22nd February, for our fifth class, we’ll be in conversation with Kevin Christian-Blair (A&R Director, Asylum/Atlantic Records), with tickets on sale now…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Talent House, What's On | 16 February 2023

UD Lowdown: ShezAr Masterclass 004 @ Talent House

On Wednesday 8th February, songstress, vocal coach & recording artist, ShezAr, came down to Talent House for the fourth UD Masterclass, an ‘All Things Vocals & Wellbeing’ workshop. Jojo Jones reports on the night…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Music, Talent House, What's On | 14 February 2023

Spit Game: Talent House Grime Cypher

Bringing grime vibes to Talent House for the February Spit Game cypher, expect 20+ minutes of straight lyrical sorcery…

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Artists, Events, Music, Talent House, What's On | 13 February 2023

UD Presents… Open Mic 2nd March @ Talent House

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

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Artists, Events, Featured, Music, Talent House, What's On | 13 February 2023

UD Low Down: Open Mic @ Talent House, 02/02

The second UD Open Mic of 2023 brought in an array of hot new talent to grace the stage at UD’s Talent House on 2nd February. Starring BASE-ment J, A8ilty, 3Dee, Silvana, Straight Bernz, K.Kay, Jay Krimzz, Ayo Fred, Cherralyn, Iris, Thaxxter, King Jelz, David GotSound, Saiming, J2, Dan Dannah, Nic Hanson, D Wills, Loose, Aker, Promise, Michael, Mar!k and your host, Nayana…

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Artists, Events, Featured, Music, Talent House, What's On | 8 February 2023

Announced: Industry Takeover 2023 March 27th – April 2nd @ Talent House

Industry Takeover 2023 #IT2023 March 27th – April 2nd @ Talent House. 1 House. 7 Days. Are you ready to Takeover?

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