HD Sounds

13/06/2025

🎉🥳 We’ve been selected as part of the Studios For All Fund by the amazing folks at in partnership with the legends — funded by 💥🎧😁

This means… 🔊More music, more mentorship, more creative magic incoming for our members & alumni 🌟

Expect regular recording hours, exclusive workshops, and next-level artist development all powered by this game-changing support.

Let’s gooo! 🚀

20/05/2025

🔸 The 2025 FAC Step Up Fund, powered by Amazon Music is now open for applications.

Each year Step Up provides 10 developing independent artists with grants of up to £8,000 - money that can be used for any kind of creative project, including recording, touring, marketing and video making.

The programme is designed for artists who are building a profile, but who are NOT signed to a major label or large independent or in receipt of significant funding.

🔗 For eligibility and additional information head to thefac.org/step-up

⏰️ You have until 23:59 Saturday 31st May to get your applications in.

The Step Up Fund 2025 from The FAC powered by Amazon Music UK is now OPEN for applications!

UK based artists and bands from all genres are welcome to apply to receive up to £8,000!

Deadline: 31st May

Apply here 👉 thefac.org/step-up

20/05/2025

🚀 Big love and big moves! 😁💥 Massive congrats to our girl Stevie aka – an Elevation Music alumni who’s just been accepted onto the Future Leaders Programme! 🌟👏👏

From vibing in the studio with us to now levelling up in the industry – we see you, Vie! 👏🔥 Your journey is just getting started and we’re SO here for it.

Go shine, sis! ❤️💫🙌
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13/05/2025

Join us this Sunday for a powerful showcase of local talent at Huddersfield Literature Festival! 🔥🎤

After a full day of creativity at our Songwriting Bootcamp with 4 X Platinum singer/songwriter Ruby Wood, a group of amazing young people will be sharing the music they’ve written and produced — live and direct!

Catch the performance at 5–6pm. Come through, grab a drink, and witness the magic made in just one day.

Free entry – reserve your ticket now:
https://www.huddlitfest.org.uk/event/hd-sounds

Let’s show up and support the next wave of music makers! 🎶🎤🎹🎸🥁

07/05/2025

Meet JHS DRISS — an emerging artist and proud alumni of our Elevation Programme, now making waves as part of the HD Sounds Collective. In this video, he opens up about how his past experiences have shaped his sound, and his journey as an artist.

Real stories. Real vulnerability. Real growth. Real talent!

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25/04/2025

🔊We’re thrilled to announce the HD Sounds Songwriting Bootcamp & Performance as part of the Huddersfield Literature Festival on Sunday 18th May 2025! 🎤🎶🎹🎸🎛️🎚️

This unique opportunity is FREE and open to aspiring artists, producers and musicians aged 16-30, offering you a chance to dive deep into the art of songwriting with none other than , a 4x platinum (US) singer and songwriter! 🎤🎶

Throughout the day, participants will get exclusive insight into the tips and tricks behind writing a chart-topping hit, learning from Ruby’s wealth of industry experience. They’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with fellow artists, experiment with their sound, and put their creative skills to the test. The day will culminate in an exciting live performance, where participants as a collective will showcase their work from the camp to an intimate audience. This packed but inspirational day is designed to empower you, build your skills and confidence as a creative all whilst having fun!

If you’re an aspiring artist, producer or musician looking to develop your songwriting and collaborative skills and take your music to the next level, this is an opportunity you won’t want to
miss! Sign up! ✍️ Link in Bio

07/04/2025

🗣️ Big shoutout to for breaking down the mystery of music royalties with us last week – turns out, it’s not just vibes and basslines, there’s admin too!

Massive congrats to our young artists on the success of their debut EP! You’ve poured your hearts into this project and we couldn’t be prouder. To celebrate your journey and dedication to the programme, we gifted each of you PRS memberships – because owning your art and getting paid is a must! 💷

We spent the second half of the session making sure you were all signed up and ready to collect those coins. Bag secured, literally! 😎

Here’s to more music, more wins, and the best possible start to your creative careers. Let’s gooo! 💨

03/04/2025

🚨 Big love to DJ on for blessing the airwaves with tracks from our debut EP ‘Elevate’ this morning! 🎶🔥

Not only did he spin our sounds, but he also put us in his ‘Top 5 Selected’—safe to say, we’re gassed! 😄🚀💥

Salute to Manchester’s finest for showing love to and pushing fresh talent to the masses. More to come—stay locked! 🎤✨

02/04/2025

From Industry Insights to Impromptu Jams! 🎶✨

Last week, we turned up the volume on career dreams at Launchpad: Careers in Music—a powerhouse event hosted by and Discover Creative Careers! 🚀🎧

Industry pros dropped gems on breaking into music, inspiring the next wave of artists, producers, and creatives. But the real magic? Our Q&A with and took an unexpected (but legendary) turn… into a full-blown jam session with our HD Sounds talent! 🔥🎤🎸

Big love to Adobe Foundation for making this happen and to everyone who is supporting on this unforgettable journey. This is what the future of music looks like. 🎶💡

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26/03/2025

will be joining us to share some gems 💎 on how artists and musicians can ensure they are registered & receiving the royalties from their music.

(Royalties are the payments generated from the usage of your songs - whether played streamed, performed or covered)

📅 Tuesday 1st April, 6.30-7.30pm. Interested in joining us , drop us a msg 📨 in our inbox

18/03/2025

7 track album