Kartel Music Group

Kartel Music Group ◼️ Modern music services for independent professional creators ◼️ Mission statement - Create excitement in music. Embrace innovation and technology.

Kartel was established in April 2003 as an independent artist management company by Charles Kirby-Welch with a Prince’s Trust grant. Based in Hackney, East London Kartel has evolved to become a unique and dynamic music services company run by a passionate and experienced team of music and marketing professionals. Combine creativity with good business. We aim to join the dots between artist, management, label, agent, publicist & plugger, publisher, distributor, retailer and the fans.

With heavy hearts we pay tribute to our dear friend Chris ‘DJ Mu’ Faiumu AKA Fitchie who passed away last week.Founding ...
21/07/2025

With heavy hearts we pay tribute to our dear friend Chris ‘DJ Mu’ Faiumu AKA Fitchie who passed away last week.

Founding member of

Sharing the words from one of our favourite Fat Freddy’s Drop songs - their timeless debut single “Hope”.

Hope for a generation
Just beyond my reach
Not beyond my sight
Hope for a generation

I wanna drip like honey from the honeybee
Walk from the river down to the sea
Fly through the thick of a thunder cloud
Break down
Down on the people that won’t allow
Not gonna let them keep me
Not gonna let them hold me
Not gonna let them tell me no

Music can be
Something we do
Music is golden
Music is Music
Music can hold you
Music can keep you
Safe from harm
And a beautiful love
It’s a thing we do
It’s a thing we do
It’s the thing we do
It’s the thing I do to get me through…

Rest in the music Mu ❤️

Selection of pictures taken from fatfreddysdrop.com/gallery

Congratulations Lucy Spraggan whose fantastic new album ‘Other Sides Of The Moon’ lands at #2 in the Official Independe...
27/06/2025

Congratulations Lucy Spraggan whose fantastic new album ‘Other Sides Of The Moon’ lands at #2 in the Official Independent Albums chart, #8 in Official Physical Albums chart and #36 in the Official Albums chart.

Alternative folk singer songwriter releases her stunning second album ‘Complete Fool’ today. A snapshot in how to navi...
06/06/2025

Alternative folk singer songwriter releases her stunning second album ‘Complete Fool’ today. A snapshot in how to navigate the messy, unfiltered aspects of love, as well as her own journey of self-discovery and finding her voice...

Catch Chloe performing songs from the album across a number of in-stores, festivals and headline shows this summer:

Album in-stores
6 Jun - Rough Trade Denmark Street, London (UK)
8 Jun - Music’s Not Dead, Bexhill (UK)
9 Jun - Rough Trade Bristol (UK)
10 Jun - Sound Knowledge, Marlborough (UK)
11 Jun - Truck, Oxford (UK)
12 Jun - Crash, Leeds (UK)

26-29 Jun - Glastonbury Festival (UK)
27 Jul - Future Yard Birkenhead (UK)
27 Sep - Where Two Rivers Meet, Newport Pagnell (UK)

Headline Tour
9 Oct - Folklore Rooms, Brighton (UK)
11 Oct - Low Four Studios, Manchester (UK)
12 Oct - SWG3, Glasgow (UK)
13 Oct - Kitchen Garden Café, Birmingham (UK)
16 Oct - St Pancras Old Church, London (UK)

Manchester’s Dirty Blonde are a blonde-bombshell alt-rock duo, fronted by the powerhouse pairing of Ailis Mackay and Hay...
24/04/2025

Manchester’s Dirty Blonde are a blonde-bombshell alt-rock duo, fronted by the powerhouse pairing of Ailis Mackay and Hayley Tait.

Tipped as one of Classic Rock’s Ones to Watch for 2025, Dirty Blonde has just released their brand new EP, Looking For Trouble. With Kartel Agency on the team, Dirty Blonde have been supported across BBC Radio 1, BBC 6music and Radio X as well as receiving glowing support from the likes of Clash Magazine, Official Charts, Louder Than War and more.

Live dates:

Sat 03 May - Liverpool, Sound City
Fri 16 May - London, Dingwalls 2
Fri 06 Jun - Bridlington, The Stirling Castle
Sat 14 Jun - Portsmouth, Golden Touch
Sat 26 July - Ireland - Emo Village, ForestFest
Sat 06 Sept - Birmingham, Hare & Hounds
Sat 27 Sept - Stockton On Tees, The Gathering Sounds
Sat 11 Oct - Scunthorpe, Cafe Indie

Jeremy Loops 4th album ‘Feathers and Stone’ was Recorded in Jeremy Loops’ home studio in Cape Town, South Africa. ‘Feath...
05/04/2025

Jeremy Loops 4th album ‘Feathers and Stone’ was Recorded in Jeremy Loops’ home studio in Cape Town, South Africa.

‘Feathers and Stone’ is an organic response to a world increasingly shaped by digital and artificial sounds, and showcases Jeremy’s depth as an artist and a songwriter. The album features Loops’ second collaboration with South Africa’s Grammy winning Ladysmith Black Mambazo on the song ‘Coming Home’.

Jeremy Loops is playing a host of Summer Festivals this year across the UK and Europe including Glastonbury and Boardmasters.

Charlie Cunningham’s 4th studio album, In Light, is a collection of ten tracks, recorded over five weeks in Tottenham, N...
03/04/2025

Charlie Cunningham’s 4th studio album, In Light, is a collection of ten tracks, recorded over five weeks in Tottenham, North London. The songs were captured as single takes with minimal editing immersing the listener in a profound stream of consciousness.

The album offers a luminous blend of gently pulsating organic production, soaring melodies, and Cunningham’s signature masterful guitar work.

Collaborators include Leo Abrahams, who provided additional electric guitar parts, and drummer Liam Hutton, production and mix by Luke Smith, mastering by Katie Tavini, and visual design by Gary Barber. 

The album is out now and Charlie will be on tour from April.

LIVE
15/04 - Brussels, Belgium - Ancienne Belgique
16/04 - Frankfurt, Germany - Gibson Club
17/04 - Paris, France - Alhambra
19/04 - Hamburg, Germany - Laeiszhalle Grosser Saal
21/04 - Munich, Germany - Muffathalle
22/04 - Cologne, Germany - Kölner Philharmonie
23/04 - Berlin, Germany - Admiralspalast
25/04 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands - Royal Theatre Carré
26/04 - London, United Kingdom - The Barbican
29/04 - Bristol, United Kingdom - St George’s
30/04 - Manchester, United Kingdom - The Stoller Hall
1/05 - Glasgow, United Kingdom - Oran Mor

The importance of music journalism and media culture should not be under estimated.Every artist has a unique media journ...
22/10/2024

The importance of music journalism and media culture should not be under estimated.

Every artist has a unique media journey. A great promotions team will help shape your story and direct it to the right media and journalists at the right time.

Here’s an example of a PR roadmap 👇

1️⃣ Start Small with introducing pieces – begin your journey by sharing music with a curated contact list and a well constructed press releases with great imagery.

2️⃣ Build Buzz with interviews, reviews and plays – as your profile grows, it’s time to secure more coverage. Let the world hear your voice.

3️⃣ Be the story with feature editorial - it takes time to arrive here and each step on the way is important. This is where your narrative really comes to life in the most powerful way.

Having a strong promotions team in your corner helps you forge relationships with the right media, creators and journalists to effectively tell your story. It's not just about getting in the press — it’s about developing the narrative strategically and connecting with your audience on a deeper level.

Learn more in our Making Sense of Music Marketing and Promotions guide now at kartel.ffm.to/kartelagencydeck24

Rising Soul artist Cherise has released her brand new EP ‘Butter’ via Kartel Music Group. The record feels intricately c...
11/10/2024

Rising Soul artist Cherise has released her brand new EP ‘Butter’ via Kartel Music Group. The record feels intricately crafted and having created it independently, is a testament to her ability for creating gorgeous, honeyed Wonky Soul that’s the perfect soundtrack for chilled evenings in company of Steve Lacy, Moses Sumney, and Tiara Whack. ‘Butter’ showcases Cherise’s passion for collaboration, as she continues to be at the forefront of the scene, evolving and developing alongside her peers.

More recently, CHERISE has begun to curate monthly London event ShadeINDIGO, a showcase of Sweet & Sour Soul spotlighting genre defying musicians that blend influences, while keeping Soul at the Heart. Recent line-ups have included Meduulla, Jonny Woodham, Ashaine White, Tahn Solo.

Cherise will celebrate ‘Butter’ with an EP launch party at Lower Third on 16th November as part of EFG London Jazz Festival.

In today’s digital world, mastering the basics of social media is a game-changer for promoting your music. Here are 3 ke...
10/10/2024

In today’s digital world, mastering the basics of social media is a game-changer for promoting your music. Here are 3 key ways to nail your digital strategy 👇

1️⃣ Give Value – The artist to fan relationship goes both ways - think about what you can share that’s more than just asking fans to stream, buy your music or come to your shows.

2️⃣ Tell Stories – Take people on a journey with your art. Share your creative process, struggles, and victories. Authentic storytelling resonates deeply.

3️⃣ Be Original – Your uniqueness is your superpower! Stay true to your sound, your vision, and your brand. The world doesn’t need another copy—it needs YOU.

What’s your biggest challenge with your social media strategy? Tell us in the comments 👇

Stressing over your socials? Learn some industry insights, tricks and tips in our marketing guide - read it now: http://kartel.ffm.to/kartelagencydeck24

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