START A SOLID CAREER IN MUSIC
Inside Track is an artist development programme which provides creative and career opportunities to four participants who are facing significant barriers to accessing the music industry.
Barriers may be lack of access to education, caring responsibilities or geographical location.
The programme is delivered by In the Making and The Ivors Academy in partnership with PPL and The Ivors Academy Trust.
WHO’S ON THE PROGRAMME
Where Fantasy meets Drill, the ‘Queen Of Flow’ Crae Wolf‘s music will immerse you into her sonic universe of “Drill with a Thrill’.
Zimbabwean born Nandi is one of the freshest and most soulful artists to come out of the UK. Inspired by South African musical heroes such as Miriam “Mama Africa” Makeba and Hugh Masekela.
Millie Gibson is a singer-songwriter, composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist from the West-Country currently living in East London.
ROB.GREEN is a vocalist/songwriter from Nottingham who draws from the Soul, Indie, Rock and Gospel music he was raised on to inspire the guitar led alt/soul music he makes.
WHAT’S INVOLVED
Over 12 months, participants work with Cassell the Beatmaker to:
- Write and produce two tracks.
- Collaborate with award-winning musicians and songwriters.
- Participate in training workshops and mentoring (including image and brand development and business planning).
- Receive promotional opportunities to elevate their profile.
- Showcase their work through a live performance.
- Receive invitations to industry networking opportunities.
CASSELL THE BEATMAKER
With over 25 years of experience, Cassell the Beatmaker is an Ivor Novello Award winning songwriter and producer who has worked with an impressive list of new and established artists including The Streets, Plan B, MNEK and Mahalia, amongst others.
Cassell and the In the Making team offer holistic and professional support to allow participants to thrive and unleash their creative potential.
ABOUT IN THE MAKING, PPL, THE IVORS ACADEMY AND THE IVORS ACADEMY TRUST
In the Making is a community interest company which advances the progression of aspiring musicians and recording artists from economically, socially and/or rurally disadvantaged backgrounds in the UK.
PPL is the UK’s music licensing company for over 120,000 performers and recording rightsholders.
The Ivors Academy is the UK’s independent professional association for music creators. The Academy represents and champions a diverse, talented community of songwriters and composers, and is known internationally for The Ivors.
The Ivors Academy Trust empowers and inspires music creators to start and build their careers, develop their craft and reach their full potential. We’re here for all songwriters and composers because your ambition should be limitless.