Pirate & Friends is an 8-week artist development programme created for emerging Black and Global Majority artists aged 18–30. We will be selecting four talented artists to take part in this unique opportunity to grow their craft, refine their sound, and step confidently onto the stage. 

Over the course of the programme, you will:

• Work with Industry Professionals: Collaborate with experienced producers, songwriters, and engineers who will guide you through every step of the creative process.
• Develop Your Track: Transform your demo into a professionally mixed and mastered recording using Pirate Studios’ high-quality facilities.
• Gain Real Studio Experience: Access fully equipped studio spaces to experiment, record, and perfect your sound.
• Showcase Your Work: Conclude the programme with a live performance at a curated Prez & Friends showcase, where you will perform your finished track for an audience. 

This is a rare opportunity for up-and-coming artists to gain professional insight, build meaningful connections, and bring their music to life in a supportive and collaborative environment. 

Applications close on October 13, 2025. 

Apply now to be one of the four artists selected to join Pirate & Friends and take your music to the next stage. 

Pirate & Friends is a collaboration between Prez & Friends CIC and Pirate Studios.