Melina Blanco (Indie/Pop)
Since 2024, Creative Sounds UK has managed 22-year-old indie singer-songwriter Melina Blanco from Buenos Aires, Argentina. She performs with her all-female band and has built a strong live presence across major UK stages and festivals.
Since 2024, Creative Sounds UK has managed 22-year-old indie singer-songwriter Melina Blanco from Buenos Aires, Argentina. She performs with her all-female band and has built a strong live presence across major UK stages and festivals.
Key Achievements
Melina has performed at 2000 Trees Festival, headlined Notting Hill Arts Club, and supported Amelia Coburn (The Grace) and Courtney Hadwin (The Waiting Room). Her EP It’s Happening Again includes singles Sofa, Siren Song, and Counting. Counting received BBC Radio 6 Music, Radio X, and BBC Radio London support, alongside press coverage from Wordplay and ASBO Magazine, and followed a sold-out headline show at Shepherd’s Bush. She has also built a strong digital presence with 9,000+ followers and 2.3M TikTok likes.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK has overseen recording, production, and artistic development of Melina’s EP, while securing live opportunities, media exposure, and ongoing studio development for upcoming releases and her debut album.
Melina has performed at 2000 Trees Festival, headlined Notting Hill Arts Club, and supported Amelia Coburn (The Grace) and Courtney Hadwin (The Waiting Room). Her EP It’s Happening Again includes singles Sofa, Siren Song, and Counting. Counting received BBC Radio 6 Music, Radio X, and BBC Radio London support, alongside press coverage from Wordplay and ASBO Magazine, and followed a sold-out headline show at Shepherd’s Bush. She has also built a strong digital presence with 9,000+ followers and 2.3M TikTok likes.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK has overseen recording, production, and artistic development of Melina’s EP, while securing live opportunities, media exposure, and ongoing studio development for upcoming releases and her debut album.
Sweet Thieves (Alternative Folk/Pop)
Since October 2025, we have been managing Sweet Thieves, a dynamic duo of multi-instrumentalists and recent school graduates who are quickly making their mark on the music scene. Lifelong music lovers and next-generation creators, they bring tremendous raw talent and magnetic harmonies to every performance. Their sound blends soulful vocals with contemporary flair, reimagining beloved songs while crafting their own captivating originals.
Their latest covers on TikTok, have so far reached over 2 million views, including:
“Blackbird” – 1.2M views / 221.5K likes “Scarborough Fair / Canticle” – 1.4M views / 170K likes, demonstrating their growing digital presence and the excitement surrounding their music.
Alongside their original work, Sweet Thieves maintain a weekly cover series, putting their unique spin on classic tracks while continuing to develop their songwriting and recording portfolio. Their live performances have already made waves:
•Debut Headline Show: The Green Note, Camden – Sold out in one week (27th November 2025), praised by GEM magazine: https://read-gem.com/2025/12/19/live-review-sweet-thieves/
•Single Release Show: Next Door Records – Sold out in 8 days (15th January 2026).
Their latest covers on TikTok, have so far reached over 2 million views, including:
“Blackbird” – 1.2M views / 221.5K likes “Scarborough Fair / Canticle” – 1.4M views / 170K likes, demonstrating their growing digital presence and the excitement surrounding their music.
Alongside their original work, Sweet Thieves maintain a weekly cover series, putting their unique spin on classic tracks while continuing to develop their songwriting and recording portfolio. Their live performances have already made waves:
•Debut Headline Show: The Green Note, Camden – Sold out in one week (27th November 2025), praised by GEM magazine: https://read-gem.com/2025/12/19/live-review-sweet-thieves/
•Single Release Show: Next Door Records – Sold out in 8 days (15th January 2026).
The Poached (Alternative Rock)
Since 2025 Creative Sounds UK have managed The Poached from Cardiff, Wales, The Poached have been carving their place in the local rock scene with a sound that’s uniquely theirs.
Since 2025 Creative Sounds UK have managed The Poached from Cardiff, Wales, The Poached have been carving their place in the local rock scene with a sound that’s uniquely theirs.
Their music explores themes of identity, defiance, and connection — always rooted in real emotion and personal truth. Following early buzz on BBC Wales and packed-out shows in Cardiff, the band has gone on to play well-attended gigs across the UK, drawing in an ever-growing community of fans. With Graveyard, the band continues to push boundaries and prove why they’re one of the most exciting new voices in UK rock. Led by the commanding vocals of Dara Towoba, The Poached build their sound around intricate guitar and bass lines, underscored by Wesley Kwok’s razor-sharp drumming. Together with Aiden Hover, Joe Thirwell, and Fin Crawford, the group crafts songs that are both emotionally charged and irresistibly dynamic produced by the enigmatic Producer of Welsh bands Steffan Pringle (Himalyas, Estrons, Adwaith, Chroma).
Recent Airplays for their singles have included:
BBC Radio Wales W/ Adam Walton | Gorgeous FM | Prospect Radio | Big Indie Giant (South Africa) | RKC (France) | KOR Radio | 6 Towns Radio | Radio Wigwam | Bumblebee Radio | Pop Radio UK | SUSY Radio | Belter Radio | The Sound Lab (Future Hits playlist) | KUCR 88.3 FM (USA) | 104.8 FM Radio Leyland (USA)| Amazing Radio | Shoreditch Radio
Magazine Features
Louder than War – Featured as single of the month (With ‘Void’)
Richard Unsigned – Featured as Artist of the week (4th August)
Recent Airplays for their singles have included:
BBC Radio Wales W/ Adam Walton | Gorgeous FM | Prospect Radio | Big Indie Giant (South Africa) | RKC (France) | KOR Radio | 6 Towns Radio | Radio Wigwam | Bumblebee Radio | Pop Radio UK | SUSY Radio | Belter Radio | The Sound Lab (Future Hits playlist) | KUCR 88.3 FM (USA) | 104.8 FM Radio Leyland (USA)| Amazing Radio | Shoreditch Radio
Magazine Features
Louder than War – Featured as single of the month (With ‘Void’)
Richard Unsigned – Featured as Artist of the week (4th August)
Alumni:
Mossfellow (Samuel Fox) (Indie/Folk)
From November 2024 to November 2025, Ade managed indie-folk artist, overseeing a pivotal development period that led to the 2025 release of the EP Quotidian, distributed by Mahogany Songs.
Key Achievements
The project gained strong momentum across radio and press, including support from James Threlfall on BBC Introducing West, multiple plays from John Kennedy on Radio X’s X-Posure, and a feature in Wordplay Magazine. Quotidian positioned Mossfellow within a contemporary indie-folk space alongside artists such as Ben Howard, Nick Mulvey, and The Tallest Man on Earth, exploring themes of modern masculinity, introspection, and symbolic storytelling. The focus track “Over Here” highlighted emotional vulnerability and male archetypes, supported by striking visual imagery and showcasing his layered vocals, harmonies, and lap-steel guitar. Entirely self-produced and self-mixed, it marked a key step in his creative independence.
The EP rollout included singles “How Long Does This Last” (Feb 2025) and “Down and Out” (Apr 2025), culminating in the full release on 23 May 2025. The campaign continued to build visibility through BBC Introducing West and Radio X support. Alongside Mossfellow, Samuel Fox is a Bristol-based multi-instrumentalist and session musician with experience across jazz, R&B, hip hop, indie folk, and pop. He has performed at BBC Maida Vale and SXSW, toured internationally, and remains active in Bristol’s music scene, collaborating with artists including Brook Tate, Lemfreck, t l k, Slowe, Tamasene, Supalung, Family Business, Komposa, Luke RV, and Suntou Susso.
Strategy
The strategy focused on establishing a distinctive artistic identity built on emotional honesty, strong songwriting, and visual symbolism, supported by radio play, press coverage, and live performance activity to grow Mossfellow’s presence in the UK indie-folk scene.
Central to this was positioning Mossfellow as a modern indie-folk storyteller exploring themes of vulnerability and modern masculinity. Quotidian served as a breakthrough statement of self-produced credibility, reinforcing his artistic identity.
Strong BBC Introducing and Radio X support helped drive UK traction, while coverage such as Wordplay Magazine expanded press visibility. The focus track “Over Here” was amplified through visual storytelling and symbolic artwork, reinforcing the project’s narrative depth.
Sonically, Mossfellow was aligned with audiences of Ben Howard and Nick Mulvey, while continued involvement in Bristol’s music scene maintained grassroots credibility. His established international touring experience (including SXSW and UK/EU/US circuits) further supported long-term growth and live expansion.
The project gained strong momentum across radio and press, including support from James Threlfall on BBC Introducing West, multiple plays from John Kennedy on Radio X’s X-Posure, and a feature in Wordplay Magazine. Quotidian positioned Mossfellow within a contemporary indie-folk space alongside artists such as Ben Howard, Nick Mulvey, and The Tallest Man on Earth, exploring themes of modern masculinity, introspection, and symbolic storytelling. The focus track “Over Here” highlighted emotional vulnerability and male archetypes, supported by striking visual imagery and showcasing his layered vocals, harmonies, and lap-steel guitar. Entirely self-produced and self-mixed, it marked a key step in his creative independence.
The EP rollout included singles “How Long Does This Last” (Feb 2025) and “Down and Out” (Apr 2025), culminating in the full release on 23 May 2025. The campaign continued to build visibility through BBC Introducing West and Radio X support. Alongside Mossfellow, Samuel Fox is a Bristol-based multi-instrumentalist and session musician with experience across jazz, R&B, hip hop, indie folk, and pop. He has performed at BBC Maida Vale and SXSW, toured internationally, and remains active in Bristol’s music scene, collaborating with artists including Brook Tate, Lemfreck, t l k, Slowe, Tamasene, Supalung, Family Business, Komposa, Luke RV, and Suntou Susso.
Strategy
The strategy focused on establishing a distinctive artistic identity built on emotional honesty, strong songwriting, and visual symbolism, supported by radio play, press coverage, and live performance activity to grow Mossfellow’s presence in the UK indie-folk scene.
Central to this was positioning Mossfellow as a modern indie-folk storyteller exploring themes of vulnerability and modern masculinity. Quotidian served as a breakthrough statement of self-produced credibility, reinforcing his artistic identity.
Strong BBC Introducing and Radio X support helped drive UK traction, while coverage such as Wordplay Magazine expanded press visibility. The focus track “Over Here” was amplified through visual storytelling and symbolic artwork, reinforcing the project’s narrative depth.
Sonically, Mossfellow was aligned with audiences of Ben Howard and Nick Mulvey, while continued involvement in Bristol’s music scene maintained grassroots credibility. His established international touring experience (including SXSW and UK/EU/US circuits) further supported long-term growth and live expansion.
Mica Sefia (R&B/Neo Soul/Jazz)
We’re proud to reflect on the development of all our alumni artists and the role we’ve played in supporting their early growth. One such artist Mica, a Liverpool-born, London-based contemporary soul artist whose trajectory across 2024–25 saw her emerge as one of the UK’s most compelling live performers, blending neo-soul, alt-rock, and atmospheric influences with a powerful full-band identity.
We’re proud to reflect on the development of all our alumni artists and the role we’ve played in supporting their early growth. One such artist Mica, a Liverpool-born, London-based contemporary soul artist whose trajectory across 2024–25 saw her emerge as one of the UK’s most compelling live performers, blending neo-soul, alt-rock, and atmospheric influences with a powerful full-band identity.
Key Achievements
During this period, she achieved significant live momentum, most notably supporting Corinne Bailey Rae for two sold-out shows at The Wardrobe in Leeds, before joining her as a backing vocalist on her European tour and later on her Korean tour. She also performed a main stage set at Ealing Jazz Festival, reinforcing her growing festival presence. Her own live career expanded through sold-out headline shows at venues including The Wardrobe and The Hi-Fi, alongside festival appearances at Live at Leeds, Tramlines, We Out Here, and Harrogate International Festival, supported by consistent grassroots performances across Leeds, London, and Nottingham. We supported key releases and media activity. This included her BBC Music Introducing live session with Christian Carlisle, where she premiered “Walking Wonder” (later featured on a Come Play With Me Records vinyl compilation), and the rollout of her single “Sweet”, which received BBC Introducing Track of the Week (Leeds & Sheffield) plus support from BBC Radio London (Gary Crowley) and BBC RTE Radio Ireland (Lilian Smith).
Strategy
The strategy focused on strengthening Mica's positioning as a standout contemporary soul and alt-R&B artist in the UK and international markets. A key priority was scaling her live career, building on clear audience demand demonstrated through consistent sell-out performances. A secondary focus was progressing toward agent representation to unlock larger touring infrastructure and more prominent support slots, supported by her versatility as both a full-band and stripped-back performer. Artistically, Mica was positioned as a powerful contemporary soul voice defined by emotional intensity, rhythmic strength, and genre fluidity across neo-soul, alt-rock, and funk—reinforced through BBC Introducing support, festival visibility, and growing press recognition.
Overall, the strategy aimed to transition Mica from a fast-rising grassroots live artist into a nationally and internationally recognised touring act with long-term industry alignment and sustainable growth.
During this period, she achieved significant live momentum, most notably supporting Corinne Bailey Rae for two sold-out shows at The Wardrobe in Leeds, before joining her as a backing vocalist on her European tour and later on her Korean tour. She also performed a main stage set at Ealing Jazz Festival, reinforcing her growing festival presence. Her own live career expanded through sold-out headline shows at venues including The Wardrobe and The Hi-Fi, alongside festival appearances at Live at Leeds, Tramlines, We Out Here, and Harrogate International Festival, supported by consistent grassroots performances across Leeds, London, and Nottingham. We supported key releases and media activity. This included her BBC Music Introducing live session with Christian Carlisle, where she premiered “Walking Wonder” (later featured on a Come Play With Me Records vinyl compilation), and the rollout of her single “Sweet”, which received BBC Introducing Track of the Week (Leeds & Sheffield) plus support from BBC Radio London (Gary Crowley) and BBC RTE Radio Ireland (Lilian Smith).
Strategy
The strategy focused on strengthening Mica's positioning as a standout contemporary soul and alt-R&B artist in the UK and international markets. A key priority was scaling her live career, building on clear audience demand demonstrated through consistent sell-out performances. A secondary focus was progressing toward agent representation to unlock larger touring infrastructure and more prominent support slots, supported by her versatility as both a full-band and stripped-back performer. Artistically, Mica was positioned as a powerful contemporary soul voice defined by emotional intensity, rhythmic strength, and genre fluidity across neo-soul, alt-rock, and funk—reinforced through BBC Introducing support, festival visibility, and growing press recognition.
Overall, the strategy aimed to transition Mica from a fast-rising grassroots live artist into a nationally and internationally recognised touring act with long-term industry alignment and sustainable growth.
Millie Mountain (Neo Soul/Jazz/hip hop)
From 2021–2024, Creative Sounds UK managed neo-soul/jazz artist Millie Mountain (Brixton), developing her across live performance, recording, and fashion/media crossover work.
From 2021–2024, Creative Sounds UK managed neo-soul/jazz artist Millie Mountain (Brixton), developing her across live performance, recording, and fashion/media crossover work.
Key Achievements
She performed a sold-out Jazz Café London show supporting Sy Smith, collaborated with The Mouse Outfit and Gemini Candid (260K Spotify streams), and released her 2023 debut album featuring collaborators linked to Mahalia, Arlo Parks, Little Simz, and Emeli Sandé. She received BBC Introducing London, BBC Radio 1 Future Soul, Jazz FM, and Spotify editorial playlist support, alongside features in Vogue Italia, Wonderland, and London Fashion Week.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK led album development, secured high-level collaborations, and positioned Millie across music, fashion, and editorial platforms to expand her audience reach.
She performed a sold-out Jazz Café London show supporting Sy Smith, collaborated with The Mouse Outfit and Gemini Candid (260K Spotify streams), and released her 2023 debut album featuring collaborators linked to Mahalia, Arlo Parks, Little Simz, and Emeli Sandé. She received BBC Introducing London, BBC Radio 1 Future Soul, Jazz FM, and Spotify editorial playlist support, alongside features in Vogue Italia, Wonderland, and London Fashion Week.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK led album development, secured high-level collaborations, and positioned Millie across music, fashion, and editorial platforms to expand her audience reach.
Adeline Um (Indie/electro/pop)
From 2021–2023, Creative Sounds UK managed Korean-American artist Adeline Um, who transitioned from indie-pop into EDM and topline songwriting.
From 2021–2023, Creative Sounds UK managed Korean-American artist Adeline Um, who transitioned from indie-pop into EDM and topline songwriting.
Key Achievements
She amassed 2M+ SoundCloud plays, released music via Lowly Palace, LoudKult, and Magic Music, and achieved Spotify playlist success (New Pop Revolution). Singles such as distancing and simple to do received BBC radio support, TikTok virality (1M+ plays), and TV placement interest. She performed at Fenway Park, TD Garden, the Grammy Museum (LA), and sold-out UK shows including The Hug and Pint (Glasgow).
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on international market development, streaming growth, label partnerships, and synchronisation opportunities across music and media.
She amassed 2M+ SoundCloud plays, released music via Lowly Palace, LoudKult, and Magic Music, and achieved Spotify playlist success (New Pop Revolution). Singles such as distancing and simple to do received BBC radio support, TikTok virality (1M+ plays), and TV placement interest. She performed at Fenway Park, TD Garden, the Grammy Museum (LA), and sold-out UK shows including The Hug and Pint (Glasgow).
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on international market development, streaming growth, label partnerships, and synchronisation opportunities across music and media.
KIN (Indie/Dream Pop)
From 2020–2023, Creative Sounds UK managed alt-pop band KIN, building their profile across UK and international indie markets.
From 2020–2023, Creative Sounds UK managed alt-pop band KIN, building their profile across UK and international indie markets.
Key Achievements
KIN achieved 400K+ Spotify streams, 1.2M+ social followers, BBC Introducing and Amazing Radio support, and performed at Tramlines Festival. They completed UK tours including sold-out shows at The Exeter Cavern and The Grace, and performed in Chicago. Press coverage includes Rolling Stone, Vogue, ELLE, Earmilk, and Refinery29.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on international touring, press strategy, and social media growth, building a strong global audience without label support.
KIN achieved 400K+ Spotify streams, 1.2M+ social followers, BBC Introducing and Amazing Radio support, and performed at Tramlines Festival. They completed UK tours including sold-out shows at The Exeter Cavern and The Grace, and performed in Chicago. Press coverage includes Rolling Stone, Vogue, ELLE, Earmilk, and Refinery29.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on international touring, press strategy, and social media growth, building a strong global audience without label support.
Burning Juniper (Indie/Pop)
From 2021–2023, Creative Sounds UK managed indie rock band Burning Juniper (South East London), developing their live identity and recording output.
From 2021–2023, Creative Sounds UK managed indie rock band Burning Juniper (South East London), developing their live identity and recording output.
Key Achievements
The band performed at Camden Rocks, The Water Rats, The Cavendish Arms, and The Grace, with BBC Radio London (Jess Iszatt) and Radio X (John Kennedy) airplay. Their debut EP featured singles recorded with Josh Tyrrell (Lana Del Rey, Mark Ronson, Tony Visconti credits).
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on live development, recording partnerships, and national radio exposure to establish their presence in the UK indie scene.
The band performed at Camden Rocks, The Water Rats, The Cavendish Arms, and The Grace, with BBC Radio London (Jess Iszatt) and Radio X (John Kennedy) airplay. Their debut EP featured singles recorded with Josh Tyrrell (Lana Del Rey, Mark Ronson, Tony Visconti credits).
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on live development, recording partnerships, and national radio exposure to establish their presence in the UK indie scene.
Bethany Ferrie (Americana/pop)
From 2019–2024, Creative Sounds UK managed singer-songwriter Bethany Ferrie, supporting her across live, radio, and songwriting development.
From 2019–2024, Creative Sounds UK managed singer-songwriter Bethany Ferrie, supporting her across live, radio, and songwriting development.
Key Achievements
She performed at King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and was a finalist for BBC Radio Scotland Singer/Songwriter Award and TRNSMT Queen Tut’s Stage. She achieved BBC Introducing Scotland support and over 1M TikTok streams, alongside multiple Spotify playlists.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK supported live bookings, industry exposure, and Music Venue Trust engagement to develop her career across performance and songwriting.
She performed at King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and was a finalist for BBC Radio Scotland Singer/Songwriter Award and TRNSMT Queen Tut’s Stage. She achieved BBC Introducing Scotland support and over 1M TikTok streams, alongside multiple Spotify playlists.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK supported live bookings, industry exposure, and Music Venue Trust engagement to develop her career across performance and songwriting.
Salvation Jayne (Alternative Rock)
From 2019–2021, Creative Sounds UK managed alternative rock band Salvation Jayne, guiding their recording and live strategy.
From 2019–2021, Creative Sounds UK managed alternative rock band Salvation Jayne, guiding their recording and live strategy.
Key Achievements
The band received BBC Introducing, Kerrang Radio, and Amazing Radio support, sold out The Quarterhouse and The Old Blue Last, and toured internationally. They recorded a live session with Sylvia Massy and opened for The Subways.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on radio campaigns, international touring, live session development, and strategic label and management positioning.
The band received BBC Introducing, Kerrang Radio, and Amazing Radio support, sold out The Quarterhouse and The Old Blue Last, and toured internationally. They recorded a live session with Sylvia Massy and opened for The Subways.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on radio campaigns, international touring, live session development, and strategic label and management positioning.
Al Moses (Indie/Rock)
Key Achievements
During the time representing Al Moses 2018-19, Creative Sounds UK supported a pivotal stage in the band’s early development, helping strengthen their live profile, release impact, and recognition across the Welsh and wider UK alternative scene. A major milestone came with a sold-out hometown headline show at Clwb Ifor Bach (300 cap), alongside winning Best Breakout Band at the Cardiff Music Awards 2019, where they were nominated alongside Boy Azooga, Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard, and Estrons. Their live momentum continued with support slots for Pretty Vicious at Camden Assembly and a UK mini-tour with This Feeling, including a standout performance at the Isle of Wight. On release, the single “Taxidermy” gained strong industry traction, named This Feeling Track of the Week on Radio X, playlisted on Spotify’s Hot New Bands, and recognised as This Feeling Band of the Week, significantly expanding the band’s reach.
Strategy
The strategy focused on accelerating early-stage momentum through live growth, regional festival exposure, and tastemaker radio support. Key emphasis was placed on building national visibility from a strong Welsh grassroots base, leveraging headline sell-out shows, curated live opportunities, and strategic release campaigns to position the band within the UK indie circuit.
During the time representing Al Moses 2018-19, Creative Sounds UK supported a pivotal stage in the band’s early development, helping strengthen their live profile, release impact, and recognition across the Welsh and wider UK alternative scene. A major milestone came with a sold-out hometown headline show at Clwb Ifor Bach (300 cap), alongside winning Best Breakout Band at the Cardiff Music Awards 2019, where they were nominated alongside Boy Azooga, Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard, and Estrons. Their live momentum continued with support slots for Pretty Vicious at Camden Assembly and a UK mini-tour with This Feeling, including a standout performance at the Isle of Wight. On release, the single “Taxidermy” gained strong industry traction, named This Feeling Track of the Week on Radio X, playlisted on Spotify’s Hot New Bands, and recognised as This Feeling Band of the Week, significantly expanding the band’s reach.
Strategy
The strategy focused on accelerating early-stage momentum through live growth, regional festival exposure, and tastemaker radio support. Key emphasis was placed on building national visibility from a strong Welsh grassroots base, leveraging headline sell-out shows, curated live opportunities, and strategic release campaigns to position the band within the UK indie circuit.
The RPMs (Indie/Pop/electro)
From 2017–2019, Creative Sounds UK supported The RPMs in artistic development and international expansion.
From 2017–2019, Creative Sounds UK supported The RPMs in artistic development and international expansion.
Key Achievements
From 2017 to 2019, Creative Sounds UK played a key role in shaping the artistic direction and long-term development of The RPMs, overseeing the production and rollout of their second EP Agents of Change, released in June 2017 via Xtra Mile Recordings. The release marked a major step forward in the band’s evolution and was supported by extensive touring, including support slots with We Are Scientists. Under Ade’s direction, the band also expanded their sound, incorporating keyboards and lead guitar, and collaborated with producer Gethin Pearson (Mallory Knox, Charli XCX, JAWS), leading to the creation of Your Ghost and a broader development of their sonic identity.
Following the EP release, Agents of Change received strong national radio support across BBC platforms and Radio X. Lead single “Oh My God” was played by Huw Stephens, Steve Lamacq, Chris Hawkins, and Tom Robinson across BBC Radio 1, BBC 6 Music, BBC Introducing South, and Radio X. The track “Things I Forgot To Do” was featured on Huw Stephens’ Best of BBC Introducing playlist, the Radio X Evening Playlist, and John Kennedy Recommends.
The band continued to build momentum through 2017 and 2018 with significant live and media milestones. They were named one of Huw Stephens’ Alternative Tips for 2018 and received BBC Radio 6 Music X-Posure support, including a studio session and headline performance at John Kennedy’s Remedy Club. Ade also led the band’s radio campaign throughout 2018, securing premieres, playlisting, and support across BBC Radio 1 (Introducing Hot List), BBC 6 Music, Radio X (X-Posure and Shock of the New), BBC Introducing South, Amazing Radio, Soundlab Radio, and SiriusXM.
Their growing profile was reinforced by press coverage from Dork, Clash, Louder Than War, Born Music, and Popped Music, alongside digital visibility through Spotify’s Hot New Bands playlist and the official SXSW playlist, where they remained featured for 13 weeks. The band were also selected as one of 30 acts from over 2,000 applicants for the Pirate Prodigy competition. A major milestone came in March 2018 when Ade supported the band’s international breakthrough at SXSW in Austin, Texas, coordinating logistics and accompanying them for their official showcase performances with both SXSW and the Xtra Mile / AGI stage. This exposure helped generate U.S. industry interest and directly contributed to the early development of their debut album.
Strategy
The strategy focused on developing The RPMs’ artistic identity, expanding their sonic range, and building sustained momentum across UK and international markets. Key priorities included strengthening production partnerships, evolving their sound through collaboration and instrumentation expansion, and securing alignment across major BBC platforms and Radio X to build long-term broadcast support. A major pillar of the strategy was leveraging key live and industry opportunities—particularly SXSW—as a gateway to international exposure, while maintaining strong UK festival, radio, and press momentum. Overall, the approach combined artistic development with structured radio campaigning and strategic international positioning, ensuring The RPMs built both credibility and long-term growth potential across multiple markets.
From 2017 to 2019, Creative Sounds UK played a key role in shaping the artistic direction and long-term development of The RPMs, overseeing the production and rollout of their second EP Agents of Change, released in June 2017 via Xtra Mile Recordings. The release marked a major step forward in the band’s evolution and was supported by extensive touring, including support slots with We Are Scientists. Under Ade’s direction, the band also expanded their sound, incorporating keyboards and lead guitar, and collaborated with producer Gethin Pearson (Mallory Knox, Charli XCX, JAWS), leading to the creation of Your Ghost and a broader development of their sonic identity.
Following the EP release, Agents of Change received strong national radio support across BBC platforms and Radio X. Lead single “Oh My God” was played by Huw Stephens, Steve Lamacq, Chris Hawkins, and Tom Robinson across BBC Radio 1, BBC 6 Music, BBC Introducing South, and Radio X. The track “Things I Forgot To Do” was featured on Huw Stephens’ Best of BBC Introducing playlist, the Radio X Evening Playlist, and John Kennedy Recommends.
The band continued to build momentum through 2017 and 2018 with significant live and media milestones. They were named one of Huw Stephens’ Alternative Tips for 2018 and received BBC Radio 6 Music X-Posure support, including a studio session and headline performance at John Kennedy’s Remedy Club. Ade also led the band’s radio campaign throughout 2018, securing premieres, playlisting, and support across BBC Radio 1 (Introducing Hot List), BBC 6 Music, Radio X (X-Posure and Shock of the New), BBC Introducing South, Amazing Radio, Soundlab Radio, and SiriusXM.
Their growing profile was reinforced by press coverage from Dork, Clash, Louder Than War, Born Music, and Popped Music, alongside digital visibility through Spotify’s Hot New Bands playlist and the official SXSW playlist, where they remained featured for 13 weeks. The band were also selected as one of 30 acts from over 2,000 applicants for the Pirate Prodigy competition. A major milestone came in March 2018 when Ade supported the band’s international breakthrough at SXSW in Austin, Texas, coordinating logistics and accompanying them for their official showcase performances with both SXSW and the Xtra Mile / AGI stage. This exposure helped generate U.S. industry interest and directly contributed to the early development of their debut album.
Strategy
The strategy focused on developing The RPMs’ artistic identity, expanding their sonic range, and building sustained momentum across UK and international markets. Key priorities included strengthening production partnerships, evolving their sound through collaboration and instrumentation expansion, and securing alignment across major BBC platforms and Radio X to build long-term broadcast support. A major pillar of the strategy was leveraging key live and industry opportunities—particularly SXSW—as a gateway to international exposure, while maintaining strong UK festival, radio, and press momentum. Overall, the approach combined artistic development with structured radio campaigning and strategic international positioning, ensuring The RPMs built both credibility and long-term growth potential across multiple markets.
Glass Peaks (Indie/Alternative)
Key Achievements
From 2018-19 Creative Sounds UK played a central role in developing Glass Peaks’ early career, strengthening their live trajectory and national profile within the UK indie/alternative rock landscape.
The band supported acts including No Hot Ashes, SPINN, and Youth Club, alongside a sold-out headline show at Camden Assembly. They also secured a major festival appearance at Penn Fest, sharing stages with Happy Mondays and Peter Hook and The Light.
Their single “Misery” received strong tastemaker support, premiered by BBC Radio 1’s Abbie McCarthy (BBC Introducing Kent), who tipped them as a breakthrough act. Following this, the band signed to These Bloody Thieves Records.
The track also received airplay across BBC Radio 6 Music (Tom Robinson, Steve Lamacq), Radio X, and Absolute Radio, while earlier release “I’m Okay” entered the Spotify Indie List for four consecutive weeks and the Spotify Viral UK Top 50 Indie Chart.
Strategy
The focus was on scaling live visibility, securing tastemaker radio support, and converting early streaming traction into label and industry opportunities. Emphasis was placed on positioning the band within national radio ecosystems and high-profile festival circuits while building long-term label readiness.
From 2018-19 Creative Sounds UK played a central role in developing Glass Peaks’ early career, strengthening their live trajectory and national profile within the UK indie/alternative rock landscape.
The band supported acts including No Hot Ashes, SPINN, and Youth Club, alongside a sold-out headline show at Camden Assembly. They also secured a major festival appearance at Penn Fest, sharing stages with Happy Mondays and Peter Hook and The Light.
Their single “Misery” received strong tastemaker support, premiered by BBC Radio 1’s Abbie McCarthy (BBC Introducing Kent), who tipped them as a breakthrough act. Following this, the band signed to These Bloody Thieves Records.
The track also received airplay across BBC Radio 6 Music (Tom Robinson, Steve Lamacq), Radio X, and Absolute Radio, while earlier release “I’m Okay” entered the Spotify Indie List for four consecutive weeks and the Spotify Viral UK Top 50 Indie Chart.
Strategy
The focus was on scaling live visibility, securing tastemaker radio support, and converting early streaming traction into label and industry opportunities. Emphasis was placed on positioning the band within national radio ecosystems and high-profile festival circuits while building long-term label readiness.
BERRIES (Alternative Rock)
From 2017–2019, Creative Sounds UK managed indie rock band BERRIES, developing their live and media presence.
From 2017–2019, Creative Sounds UK managed indie rock band BERRIES, developing their live and media presence.
Key Achievements
Creative Sounds UK supported BERRIES through a key growth period, helping establish them as one of the most exciting UK guitar bands of their generation. The band achieved two sold-out London headline shows and secured festival bookings including Dot to Dot, The Alternative Escape, Liverpool Sound City, Hanwell Hootie, The British Sound Project, and The Smithdown Festival, performing alongside acts such as Franz Ferdinand and The Cribs.
Their single “Wild Vow” premiered via Louder Than War, with strong radio support from BBC Introducing London, BBC 6 Music (Tom Robinson), Radio X (John Kennedy), Amazing Radio, and Jim Gellatly. The band received continued editorial and tastemaker support from outlets including Gigslutz, It’s All Indie, Punktastic, Lock Magazine, and The Revue, alongside consistent BBC Introducing championing. “Faults” was also premiered by John Kennedy ahead of their Camden Assembly sold-out headline show.
Strategy
The strategy focused on building a strong live foundation, securing national radio traction, and positioning the band within the new wave of UK alternative guitar acts. Key emphasis was placed on aligning press, radio, and festival opportunities to accelerate early career momentum and audience growth.
Creative Sounds UK supported BERRIES through a key growth period, helping establish them as one of the most exciting UK guitar bands of their generation. The band achieved two sold-out London headline shows and secured festival bookings including Dot to Dot, The Alternative Escape, Liverpool Sound City, Hanwell Hootie, The British Sound Project, and The Smithdown Festival, performing alongside acts such as Franz Ferdinand and The Cribs.
Their single “Wild Vow” premiered via Louder Than War, with strong radio support from BBC Introducing London, BBC 6 Music (Tom Robinson), Radio X (John Kennedy), Amazing Radio, and Jim Gellatly. The band received continued editorial and tastemaker support from outlets including Gigslutz, It’s All Indie, Punktastic, Lock Magazine, and The Revue, alongside consistent BBC Introducing championing. “Faults” was also premiered by John Kennedy ahead of their Camden Assembly sold-out headline show.
Strategy
The strategy focused on building a strong live foundation, securing national radio traction, and positioning the band within the new wave of UK alternative guitar acts. Key emphasis was placed on aligning press, radio, and festival opportunities to accelerate early career momentum and audience growth.
False Advertising (Indie/Pop)
Key Achievements
From 2016-17 Creative Sounds UK supported False Advertising during a key developmental period focused on live expansion and international opportunity building. A major achievement was supporting their successful application to SXSW 2017, expanding their international profile. The band also gained strong UK festival exposure, including Dot to Dot, Kendal Calling, and Sound City, alongside consistent support from BBC 6 Music, Radio X, and BBC Introducing. The rollout of “Sigh” strengthened their national radio and PR presence, contributing to their growing reputation within the UK alternative rock scene.
Strategy
The strategy centred on expanding international reach, strengthening UK festival positioning, and building consistent national radio support. Focus was placed on aligning release campaigns with broadcast opportunities and developing long-term touring and export potential.
Broken Witt Rebels (Americana/Rock)
From 2015–2016, Creative Sounds UK managed Broken Witt Rebels during their UK breakthrough.
From 2015–2016, Creative Sounds UK managed Broken Witt Rebels during their UK breakthrough.
Key Achievements
They sold out The Jazz Café, achieved 450K+ YouTube views for Guns, and received Kerrang TV and BBC Introducing support. The band attracted major label interest and performed at Download and Bloodstock.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on label development, touring strategy, and viral media exposure.
They sold out The Jazz Café, achieved 450K+ YouTube views for Guns, and received Kerrang TV and BBC Introducing support. The band attracted major label interest and performed at Download and Bloodstock.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on label development, touring strategy, and viral media exposure.
Southern Companion (Americana/Country)
Creative Sounds UK co-managed Southern Companion, a British Country Music Award-winning band.
Creative Sounds UK co-managed Southern Companion, a British Country Music Award-winning band.
Key Achievements
Their album 1000 Days of Rain won Best Album and Horizon Act (2015 BCMA Awards).
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK supported touring, recording positioning, and industry networking across the country/Americana scene.
Their album 1000 Days of Rain won Best Album and Horizon Act (2015 BCMA Awards).
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK supported touring, recording positioning, and industry networking across the country/Americana scene.
Laura Oakes (Americana/Country)
From 2015–2016, Creative Sounds UK managed country artist Laura Oakes.
From 2015–2016, Creative Sounds UK managed country artist Laura Oakes.
Key Achievements
She featured on BBC Radio 2 (Bob Harris), performed at C2C Festival (O2 Arena), and was named Female Vocalist of the Year (UK CMA Awards). She toured with The Shires, Ward Thomas, and Andrew Combs.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on radio positioning, major festival bookings, and national touring development.
She featured on BBC Radio 2 (Bob Harris), performed at C2C Festival (O2 Arena), and was named Female Vocalist of the Year (UK CMA Awards). She toured with The Shires, Ward Thomas, and Andrew Combs.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on radio positioning, major festival bookings, and national touring development.
States of Panic (Alternative Rock)
From 2012–2014, Creative Sounds UK managed rock band States of Panic.
From 2012–2014, Creative Sounds UK managed rock band States of Panic.
Key Achievements
They won Marshall Ultimate Band Competition, performed at Download and Bloodstock, and released No World Order (BBC and Kerrang supported). They toured internationally including Finland.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK developed competition strategy, international touring, and recording/production campaigns.
They won Marshall Ultimate Band Competition, performed at Download and Bloodstock, and released No World Order (BBC and Kerrang supported). They toured internationally including Finland.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK developed competition strategy, international touring, and recording/production campaigns.
Verden Allen / Soft Ground (Classic Rock)
In 2012, Creative Sounds UK managed Verden Allen (Mott the Hoople) and Soft Ground.
In 2012, Creative Sounds UK managed Verden Allen (Mott the Hoople) and Soft Ground.
Key Achievements
They completed BBC Radio 2 sessions with Bob Harris, performed UK festivals, and received coverage in Mojo and Classic Rock.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on legacy artist relaunch, live touring coordination, and national media positioning.
They completed BBC Radio 2 sessions with Bob Harris, performed UK festivals, and received coverage in Mojo and Classic Rock.
Strategy
Creative Sounds UK focused on legacy artist relaunch, live touring coordination, and national media positioning.
