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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…

Artists, Featured, Guide | 17 April 2025

GUIDE: Promoting Your Work Outside of Social Media

In this guide, courtesy of writer Elsa Monteith, we cover the power of a robust email audience, the importance of networking horizontally, and the potential for audience acceleration through cross-promotion, amongst other hot topics to help establish artists with a generous and enduring longevity in the industry…

Events, Featured | 15 April 2025

UD Low Down: UD x TRENCH @ Launchpad Conference 2025, Leeds

UD & TRENCH headed to Leeds for Launchpad’s annual event—an essential day of panels, workshops, presentations, and networking designed to support the music sector across Yorkshire and beyond…

Artists, Events, Featured, What's On | 10 April 2025

What’s On: HAUS Sessions 005 Skee, 17th April @ Cococure Haus

Our friends at HAUS Sessions are back championing the next generation of groundbreaking artists and delivering unforgettable live performances. For this edition, it’s UD Incubator artist Skee stepping up to headline…

Artists, Featured, Music | 3 April 2025

UD Selects… March 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 March. Starring Max Sinàl, KingCrowney & Liv East, PRVNA, VC Pines, Jelani Blackman, Amie Blu, Lewis Daniel, Ben DSP, Baobei, Brighter Days Family, Big Zuu & Capo Lee…

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…

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…

Events, Featured, What's On | 18 March 2025

What’s On… UD x TRENCH @ Launchpad Conference 2025, 28th March, Leeds

UD are happy to announce we’ll be at the Launchpad Conference in Leeds on the 28th March. In partnership with TRENCH, our panel will explore how to independently grow online and offline networks – all with a do-it-yourself attitude…

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…

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…

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…

Events, Featured, Interviews, What's On | 4 March 2025

Introducing… Araba Ackon aka Rabba Wisdom

Having announced her Nucleus Exhibition, taking place at Island Bikes on March 27th, UD meets visual artist, Araba Ackon aka Rabba Wisdom…

Artists, Featured, Music | 3 March 2025

UD Selects… February 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 February. Starring Nat Oaks, Ezra Collective & Sasha Keable, Meron T & Sey G, Kofi Stone & FloFilz, CLIPZ & Reek0, Nia Chennai & Ella More, NiNE8, Lizzie Berchie, Pinty & Makèz and Asha Gold…

Events, What's On | 28 February 2025

What’s On… Nucleus Art Exhibition by Araba Ackon + DJ Katalyssst, 27th March @ Island Bikes

Join us on March 27th at Island Bikes for the Nucleus Art Exhibition from Araba Ackon, with music courtesy of DJ, Katalyssst. Grab a free ticket from UDtickets.com today…

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…

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…