Whether it’s music related jobs, work experience, or simply just an awesome music label internship in London you’re looking for. The beating heart of London’s music scene centres on it’s variety of independent, interwoven network’s and communities.
Nonetheless, music label internships in London can certainly be some of the most competitive out there!
Where to Start for a Music Label Internship in London?
Doing your research is key to really hone down into your niche and discover not just the major players, but also the smaller indie, more underground players in that scene. Especially since these will be easier to gain access too through you’re everyday activities.
When it comes to London’s indie and underground actors, here’s a good place to start! Some of our nearest and dearest who underpin exactly what makes London’s music scene so special…
NTS Radio
NTS provides curious minds with a home for music discovery. Built by music lovers, for music lovers.
Beginning in Dalston East London, and now broadcasting music from over 50 cities around the globe, NTS platforms artists through radio and creative projects.
Warp Records
For over 30 years Warp Records has been a synonym for adventures in sound and vision, consistently furthering their position as one of the most creative independent record labels in the world.
With a rich legacy and consistently groundbreaking vision of the future, Warp and its artists traverse mediums to explore new spaces.
Aphex Twin, Flying Lotus, Hudson Mohawke, Kelela, Squarepusher and Yves Tumor are just a few who represent the label.
4AD
The label was originally called Axis Records and was an imprint of Beggars Banquet Records, but the name was changed to 4AD after the release of the label’s first four singles. 4AD is owned by Beggars Group.
This Mortal Coil, Birthday Party, Bauhaus, Cocteau Twins, Pixies…just some of the label’s noticeable artists.
Kitchen Disco Records
Originally started in London in 2019, Kitchen Disco Records was founded in defiance of a world that devalues creativity. Rejecting the notion that music—and originality—are dead.
Instead believing in the power of music to unite diverse cultures, inspire change, and celebrate true creative expression.
As a long-term friend and partner of Kitchen Disco Records, we’ve enjoyed watching their growth and development year on year and look forward to many more!
Heavenly Recordings
Heavenly Recordings is a London-based independent record label founded by Jeff Barrett in 1990.
The iconic label released the first albums from Saint Etienne, Beth Orton and Doves, and early singles by Manic Street Preachers.
