Join Help Musicians for this Online Business Skills Session with Jude Swan, Head of A&R at NTS Recordings.

Whether you’re looking to grow your audience, build the right team around you, or better understand where the industry is heading, this session will offer practical insights to help you take the next step in your music career.

Jude has built his career across A&R, artist development, management and creative programming. Alongside leading A&R at NTS Recordings, he has played a key role in shaping programming and curation across the wider NTS platform, spanning video sessions, international events and creative direction. He has also managed artists and producers including Grammy-nominated producer phil, and currently works with emerging artists Helen Sun and Moses Ideka.

What you’ll learn

  • Key lessons Jude has learned from working across A&R, artist management and artist development.
  • What emerging musicians can do now to build momentum and create opportunities for themselves.
  • How artists can navigate today’s music industry and stand out in a crowded landscape.
  • Jude’s perspective on the future of the industry, including the challenges and opportunities facing the next generation of artists.
  • Practical advice and answers to your questions during a live Q&A.

This is a chance to hear directly from someone working at the forefront of music discovery and artist development, and to gain practical, honest advice you can apply to your own career.