Komali Scott-Jones – A&R Director, AWAL
Komali Scott-Jones is an A&R Director at AWAL. Formerly A&R at Parlophone Records, she is also co-founder of The DEBRIEF; a growing community and quarterly event established in 2019, which was created to empower, connect and celebrate Black Women and Women of Colour music executives, while they navigate an industry that largely overlooks their unique experiences.
Komali is also a founding member of the Black Music Coalition, an organisation launched in 2020 as a direct response to the death of George Floyd, which breathed new life into the Black Lives Matter movement. It is dedicated to eradicating the racial disparities and systemic barriers affecting Black employees / executives, including freelancers and independents across all sectors and at all levels of the UK music industry.
Uplifting, supporting and connecting young people, particularly women and empowering fellow black execs is an integral part of Komali’s brand. With a desire to keep pushing our culture to higher heights, Komali believes starting with future game changers, trailblazers and tastemakers is the key to achieving this.
Speaking: Saturday Afternoon
12:00 – 14.00
Elijah Masterclass
Elijah is an artist manager, DJ and writer who shares notes daily on Instagram about sustainable artist creation, the music industry and the future of work. In this masterclass, he will talk through some of the ideas he’s sharing and give tips on productivity and experimenting when it comes to releasing your projects into the world.
14.00 – 16.00
Game Changers
On Saturday afternoon, we explore the careers of three leading women in the music industry; Komali Scott-Jones, A&R Director at AWAL, Krish Kudhail, Senior Artist Marketing Manager, Platoon at Apple & Ruth Gyaniao, Artist Manager, The Flight Club. Alongside understanding their roles and respective journeys in the business, we’ll explore their experiences within Black music culture, with host Christine Ochefu leading a thought-provoking discussion on the industry – and careers – in 2023.
Speakers:
Komali Scott-Jones, A&R Director at AWAL
Krish Kudhail, Senior Artist Marketing Manager, Platoon at Apple
Ruth Gyaniao, General Manager, The Flight Club
Host: Christine Ochefu, Cultural Strategist, Music Curator, Consultant & Writer
16.00 – 18.00
Dropping Gems: Branding x Merchandising Masterclass powered by KING
Get an insight into taking your product to market, understanding production, funding, design, sales and marketing from Timmy Hoad, founder and CEO KING Apparel. About KING: An East London based streetwear brand started in 2003, clothing can be purchased online at king-apparel.com and in selected fashion boutiques across the UK. KING also boast an international presence and is sold in the USA, Europe, Australia, South America and Asia.
12:00 – 18:00
UD Presents: House Party & Free Yard!
If you pass through the Talent House on Saturday 1st April, expect to find a Free Yard Takeover. With competition winners in Studios 1 & 2, cooking up that good new music ish, we’ll also have a selection of DJs in the Atrium, fuelling your weekend spirit.
12.00 Katalyssst
13.30 Y3KMish
15.00 Kome
16.00 djxhnwav
Speakers
Elijah – Artist Manager, DJ & writer
Komali Scott-Jones – A&R Director, AWAL
Krish Kudhail – Senior Artist Marketing Manager, Platoon at Apple
Christine Ochefu – Cultural Strategist, Music Curator, Consultant & Writer
