Future Funk artist Chiara Hunter will be supporting UK No. 1 artist, Jess Glynn, on select dates of her UK tour including Usher Hall in Edinburgh, O2 Manchester Apollo and the O2 Brixton Academy in London.
Tom Walker gets BBC Introducing play & blog support. /
Tom Walker's debut track 'Sun Goes Down' was premiered on Pigeons & Planes followed by Clash Magazine and was picked up by numerous other great blogs as well as getting its first radio play by BBC Introducing Manchester.
Rupert Christie produces & mixes Jessie J for Boots Christmas TV Advert /
Rupert Christie has produced and mixed the latest record by Jessie J which is a cover of the 50;s classic '(Everybody's Waitin' for) The Man with the Bag' which is the soundtrack to this years Boots Christmas advert. It was recorded at Abbey Road Studios, with a full big band and the video was directed by Joseph Kahn, who's previous credits include Taylor Swift, Britney & Destinys Child.
The Dealer remixes Felix Jaehn's international hit single 'Ain't Nobody' /
The Dealer was commission by Felix Jaehn to remix his international hit single 'Ain't Nobody (Loves Me Better) feat. Jasmine Thompson. The single has been a hit all over the world including sticking at No. 1 for 12 weeks in Germany. The Dealer's remix features on the official remix EP and he also co-wrote 'I Do' the B-side to the single with Felix.
Chiara Hunter Premiere's her debut track 'Strange Relationships' on Indie Shuffle /
Future funk artist Chiara Hunter unleashed her first track 'Strange Relationships' on music blog Indie shuffle this week. The funky power pop anthem was co-written/produced by Covert Talent's very own The Dealer.
Amy Yon gets her first radio play from BBC Introducing and appears at Summer Festivals /
Amy received her first radio play of her self-reflective song 'Amy' by BBC Introducing In The West. Watch this space.. this is the start!
Amy is also appearing at a number of music festivals over the summer including Live At Leeds and Barn On The Farm with more to be announced soon.
The Dealer hits No. 2 in the Hype Machine Chart with 'For A Night' /
The Dealer has reached No. 2 in the Hype Machine chart for the most popular tracks on blogs with his latest single 'For A Night' feat Shells.
The Dealer - 'For A Night Feat. Shells' premiers on BBC 1Xtra & Indie Shuffle /
The Dealer's latest single 'For A Night feat Shells' has kicked off to a great start with a radio exclusive premier by MistaJam on BBC 1Xtra, an online premier on IndieShuffle, being listed in the top 40 of Hype Machine as well as getting Record Of The Day things are looking bright for The Dealer.
The Dealer - For A Night feat. Shells is released via Love & Other on 2rd March 2015.
Amy Yon signs to Warner Chappell Publishing /
We are very excited that Amy Yon, the latest addition to the Covert Roster has signed a worldwide publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music Publishing.
Amy has a voice filled with enchantment and wisdom. Brought up witness to the nightlife of her mum's pubs and bars, Amy's songs are riddled with anecdotes and wry based on the colourful characters she has met on her way. Her sound is reminiscent of a young Stevie Nicks with the glottal growl of Janis Joplin or Etta James.
Rupert Christie produces 'Bullet Proof' for Honours /
Rupert Christie has just produced & mixed the single 'Bullet Proof' by Honours to be released on Killing Moon Records. The track is getting great reviews on blogs and Hypem. Watch out for this hotly tipped band.
The Dealer's Music Video Added to MTV and others /
The Dealer's music video for his debut single 'Right Beside You' feat. Damon C Scott has been added to the MTV Dance playlist as well as Chart Show Dance and is also receiving plays from Kiss TV, Clubland TV and Channel AKA.
The Dealer's debut single is added to BBC 1Xtra Playlist /
The Dealer's debut single Right Beside You feat Damon C Scott has been moved up to BBC Radio 1Xtra B-list.
Amid the multitude of House tracks currently climbing up the charts, there are a select few that really manage to stand out from the pack. The ebulliently uplifting ‘Right Beside You’, featuring the distinctive vocal of Damon C. Scott (aka the voice of Storm Queen’s ‘Look Right Through’), is one such record. Recalling the heady days of the late ‘90s, the Soulful House single is a joyous ode to love. Full of skippy rhythms, a Garage inspired bassline and Scott’s heartstring-tugging vocal, ‘Right Beside You’ is set to be a massive smash this Summer.
Rupert Christie produces Bellowhead album for Island Records /
Rupert Christie has produced and mixed the forthcoming album 'Revival' by Bellowhead.
Dubbed ‘Britain’s most successful traditional folk act’, Bellowhead have signed to Island Records as they celebrate a decade together.
The 11-piece act recently played two of their biggest sold out shows to date - in Manchester’s Bridgewater Hall on 19th April and London’s Royal Albert Hall on 20th April.
Their new Island-issued album, Revival, is slated for release on June 23. The album will be released on Island’s Pink label, renowned in the 1970’s for acts such as Fairport Convention, John Martyn and Nick Drake.
Bellowhead have won the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards Best Live Act gong five times, as well as Best Group twice.
Full article in Music Week here:
http://www.musicweek.com/news/read/bellowhead-sign-to-island/058251
Disco Bob single on new Homebase TV Advert /
The debut single by Professor Bobo & Bosko Slim called 'Disco Bob' is the new soundtrack for Homebase and appears on their TV advert for 2014. It replaces 'Young Folks' by Peter Bjorn & John which was associated with Homebase for the last 4 years.
'Disco Bob' is released via iTunes and all major digital retailers on 16th March and the track is being premiered on the Big 40 Chart show across UK radio stations on the same day. Watch out for the club mix coming soon . . .
Morgan Pochin on BBC Breakfast talk about Parkinsons and Symfunny /
Covert Talent clients Morgan Pochin (James Morgan and Juliette Pochin) appear on BBC Breakfast to talk about James' 'diagnosis with Parkinsons and the launch of charity concert Symfunny at the Royal Albert Hall on the 4th June 2014. For more info: http://www.parkinsons.org.uk/content/symfunny
Covert Talent, Morgan Pochin & Parkinsons UK organise charity concert at Royal Albert Hall /
Covert Talent and producers Morgan Pochin are organising a special fundraising event, hosted by Parkinson’s UK, which will take place at London’s historic Royal Albert Hall on Wednesday 4 June 2014.
Parkinson’s UK presents: Symfunny, will combine performances from musicians and comedians to raise awareness of Young Onset Parkinson’s and raise funds for vital research to find a cure. Stars of music and popular comedians have united for this very special event and already confirmed to perform are: Alfie Boe, Armstrong & Miller, Jason Manford, Julian Lloyd Webber and Rebecca Ferguson. Tickets are priced from £25 and go on sale at 9:00am today.
'Symfunny' is the result of the shock diagnosis of Covert Talent client James Morgan, conductor, composer and producer, who discovered he has Young Onset Parkinson’s at the beginning of last year. Turning bad news into a positive, James along with his partner, fellow composer, producer and soprano Juliette Pochin, wanted to use their connections to help raise money for and awareness of this progressive condition and immediately joined forces with Parkinson’s UK.
James Morgan said: “This announcement is also my ‘coming out’ to the music industry. This was a devastating blow for a 42 year old with a young family and I was concerned that I would be stigmatised, pitied and overlooked. I’m overwhelmed by the support my friends and colleagues in the business have given me. This event has not only allowed me to prove that I’m still here and working, but also to use what I know best to raise awareness of this cruel condition and help others by raising vital funds to continue the research to find a cure.”
Together, James Morgan and Juliette Pochin have made their mark within TV, film and the music industry. From compositions for Channel 4’s Armstrong & Miller and Sky’s The Kumars at No’ 42 to music production for Dustin Hoffman’s directorial debut Quartet starring Billy Connolly and Dame Maggie Smith. Known as Morgan Pochin they are the team behind hit albums with Alfie Boe, Joe McElderry and Katherine Jenkins to name just a few. They have produced artists as varied as Elton John, Julian Lloyd Webber and Robert Plant. In addition, James has conducted artists and events as varied as the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Andrea Bocelli, Jamie Cullum, Glyndebourne, Rick Astley and the Classic BRIT Awards.
Alexander Armstong said: “I am delighted to be taking part in this extremely special evening and raising funds for Parkinson's UK. It's going to be an unforgettable event and all for a cause that is close to many of us.”
There are an estimated 127,000 people living with Parkinson’s in the UK, approximately one person in every 500. It is estimated that up to one million people in the UK are affected by Parkinson’s, both those living with the condition and also their carers, friends and family members.
Steve Ford, Chief Executive, Parkinson’s UK said: “Living with Parkinson’s can be immensely challenging, especially for those, like James, who are diagnosed at an early age. One person every hour will be diagnosed with Parkinson’s in the UK, yet despite this, poor understanding of the condition can make life all the more difficult for those affected.
“We are incredibly honoured to be working with James and Juliette to produce this fantastic event – a first for the charity at the magnificent Royal Albert Hall. I would like to applaud James for his bravery in speaking out about his diagnosis and hope that it inspires many people to join us for a night of exceptional entertainment”
Parkinson’s UK presents: Symfunny will be a very special evening of music and comedy in the majestic surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall. The performances will include massed choirs from the Brighton Festival Chorus and London Symphony Chorus and an orchestra made up of some of the UK’s finest professional musicians.
The line-up for Parkinson’s UK presents: Symfunny is being booked by Morgan Pochin, Simon King of Covert Talent Management and Parkinson’s UK.
The Dealer signs to AATW/ Universal Music /
Southampton based DJ/ producer/ artist, The Dealer, has signed a record deal with AATW/ Universal Music through his own label Pocket Aces. His first single 'No Dubs' will be his re-work of the classic R&B track 'No Scrubs' by TLC. The single is out on 27th Jan 2014 and already has plays on BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra by Diplo & Friends as well as spins on Kiss FM and Capital Xtra.
Jack Topping is No. 1 in Classical Album Chart /
Jack Topping has reached the No. 1 spot in the Official Classical Album Charts with his debut album 'Wonderful World'. Well done Jack!
Jack Topping features on Save The Children TV Advert /
Jack Topping features on Save The Children's latest TV commercial with his Christmas single 'Tomorrow' from Annie. The TV Ad was launched on 1st Dec during the XFactor Results show and all profit from the single will go to the charity Save The Children. It is also tipped as a contender for this years Christmas No. 1.
'Tomorrow' is released on 16th December 2013 by Decca Records/ Universal Music
Here is the Save The Children TV commercial.
Here is Jack's official music video for the single 'Tomorrow'.
Order the album from Amazon: http://po.st/TopYTAm Order the album from iTunes: http://po.st/TopYTiT Pre order "Tomorrow" now: http://po.st/TopTomYTAm Decca Records and Save The Children are proud to present Jack Topping, an 11-year old Catholic choirboy from Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral Choir, and the youngest ever singer appointed as an Ambassador for the charity.
Jack Topping performs at BBC Festival Of Remembrance 2013 /
Choirboy Jack Topping is to perform at The Royal Albert Hall on Saturday 9th November 2013 in the presence of Her Majesty the Queen and members of the royal family for the Royal British Legion's annual Festival of Remembrance, which pays tribute to all victims of war and conflict.
Other performers include James Blunt, Alfie Boe, Katie Melua and the Poppy Girls alongside the Massed Bands of the Household Division and the bands of HM Royal Marines and the Royal Air Force.
The Festival includes the traditional two-minute silence as poppy petals fall from the roof of the Royal Albert Hall, each representing a life lost in war.