ALT BLK ERA

Artists

ALT BLK ERA, are genre-smashing sister duo Nyrobi and Chaya, who are busy redefining the boundaries of music with their fusion of Rock with Rap, DnB and Electronic beats. Hailed as ‘Ones to Watch 2025’ by BBC Introducing, the MOBO Award winners (2025) and Heavy Music Award nominated (2024), artists have stormed the UK music scene with standout performances at iconic festivals that include Glastonbury, Download Festival, and Reading & Leeds. Music from their debut album 'Rave Immortal' has earned shout-outs from the Brit Awards and MTV, and they have received extensive radio and Spotify editorial support. Through their guest speaking engagements and online activity, they advocate for hidden disability awareness and inclusivity in the music industry, drawing from Nyrobi's personal journey which is also the story of the ‘Rave Immortal’ album.

Caitlin-Finn Ballard

Agent, ATC Live

Caitlin-Finn Ballard is a live booking agent at ATC Live in London, where she has been working for the past five years. Before stepping into the role of an agent, she studied sound engineering, managed a music magazine, performed in bands, and gained experience in various frontline music roles. Her diverse roster features 34 artists from across the globe, including acts from China, Australia, Belgium, the Netherlands, Iraq, the US, Canada, Germany and more. Artists on her roster include Yellow Days, Carrtoons, Temples, Ugly, Fickle Friends, Strongboi, Good Morning and Brijean.

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Chloé Ameh

Director, That's My Jamm

Chloé is an accomplished, award winning and highly driven senior music executive who has played an influential part in the success of many high-profile records. In Chloé you will find an individual motivated by alternative thinking, setting new trends and working outside of boundaries to disruptively deliver on campaigns and artist growth. As founder of That’s My Jamm (music business consultancy service), Chloé’s ambition is to level out the playing field for independent talent in the music industry. Chloé has worked with incredible talent across an array of genres including Beyoncé, Tyla, Tems, Chris Brown, Pharrell Williams, Cat Burns, Fredo and more. With over 15 years’ experience in the music industry, her previous roles include General Manager at MUZO BY UZO (record label founded by MNEK), Head of Label at Since ‘93 with a 10 year tenure at Sony Music and a stretch at Live Nation, all extensively across marketing. 

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Kennedy Taylor

Radio Presenter & DJ

Hailing from Manchester, Kennedy Taylor is DJ, Presenter and broadcaster, best known for her Friday night specialist show on Capital XTRA. Kennedy has played for big brands including Formula 1, Matchroom Boxing and Spotify as well as bringing her sound to festivals such as All Points East, Wireless and Parklife. A believer in real music Kennedy has also opened up for the likes of Jaz Karis and Children Of Zeus and puts on her own events 'Kennedy & Friends' where the motto is 'the genre is great music.' Alongside her DJ work, Kennedy is a natural presenter and host, working with Manchester City on a three part documentary, Notion Magazine, G-Shock, The North Face, Dyson, Dr Martens, Versus and Sofa Club to name a few. Her presenting work has seen her interview some of the biggest names in music and sport from Ruben Dias to Glorilla to Ashley Walters. Outside of her broadcast and brand endeavours, Kennedy is an advocate for new artists and believes in making music and education accessible to everyone and collaborates regularly with Youth Music and The Ultimate Seminar.

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Chrystal Lecointe

Artist Manager

Chrystal is an experienced artist manager, currently looking after the Latin Grammy-Nominated DJ & Producer RYMEZ, MPG-winning Vocal Producer Ramera Abraham, Artist & Model LOVELLE and up & coming Singer-Songwriter Drew. With over 14 years’ experience in the industry, she has worked with a wide range of artists & creatives including MNEK, Clean Bandit, Dave Okumu, Duchess, Jess Glynne, Manny Norté, Mystery Jets, Plan B, Rae Morris and organisations such as Machine Management, Papa Records, UROK Management and YMU. Alongside her diligence as a manager & strategist, she continues to champion the importance of Mental Health Support for both artists and executives as well as diversity in the workplace and regularly provides mentorship and support for the next generation of music executives and talent. 

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