Urban Development is the one-stop organisation for London's new urban music talent. Combining business acumen with a firm understanding of youth culture, we stand at the crossroads where creativity meets the music industry. Located in Stratford Circus - a multi-purpose performing arts venue in the London borough of Newham - UD has built a reputation for inspiring young people and championing some of brightest names on the local and national scene. Our work covers three key areas:
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
We support emerging artists, producers, songwriters and industry professionals with individual mentoring and businesses development opportunities. Our UDiscuss seminars also enable young professionals to gain an insight into the music business while building valuable contacts. Find out more
EVENTS
We produce a regular programme of showcases, festivals and live events, including Urban East, ILUVLIVE and Unplugged Sessions. Our aim is to help develop a vibrant UK music scene and ensure that fans of urban music have access to the best and most diverse live entertainment. Find out more
EDUCATION
We provide innovative training courses for vocalists, MCs, DJs and producers. All students, from beginner to advanced level, are given access to professional tuition and industry-standard equipment to compose, perform, and record quality urban music. Find out more
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Just to let you know my latest track 'Make It Right' (from The Prodigals Soundtrack Album) is now available to download on Itunes, Amazon, Rhapsody and more! Please show your support! I'd really appreciate it! :)
Hi, guys,
Just wanted to let you know that round 1 of the next People's Music Awards kicks off on the 12th of July 2009!, and we are putting the call out to all new and unsigned bands to enter their best song into this years awards (completely free of charge)
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My dad disowned my daughter before she was even born for her skin tone (quartercast).....
...i responded with controversial hiphop rhymes & conscious urban poetry.....
....my dad has put in a court case against me 4 threats 2 kill & harassment...when all ive done is spoke out against da evils of dat nazi!!
....i could now be facing anywhere between 18 mths and 5 years,as he is claiming he feels threatened by my rhymes,poems & its no holds barred contents & is trying his hardest 2 have dis page closed down!!
.....now is dat justice????
....pass through my page & check out my music player,vids,poetry blogs & pics!!!
PLEASE SUPPORT ME,MY PAGE & ITS FIGHT AGAINST DA EVILS IN DA WORLD!!!!!
WHAT'S GWANIN! JUST STOPPING BY TO SEE HOW YOU ARE DOING! AND WHAT'S NEW IN YO LIFE!
ME, BEEN REALLY WELL, JUST BEEN SO BUSY HAVEN'T HAD AS MUCH TIME AS I USED TO TO BE ON MY SPACE. BUT I THOUGHT I WOULD LET YOU KNOW ABOUT MY BLOG CALLED.
MY KNICKERS ARE NOW PANTS!
COME BY AND CHECK IT OUT! IT'S ABOUT THE ADVENTURES I AM FACING IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY.
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MERRY CHRISTMAS
AND HAPPY BIRTHDAY
SPREAD THE WORD DESIRE IS BACK
LOOKING FOR DJ'S PROMOTION ETC
CHECK OUT THE NEW MATERIAL
THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT
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