We are delighted to announce the Wired4Music members that will be taking part in our Generate Programme 2023 (Round 2) – Axel, Hulton, Mwavzs, Ra’eesah, Saïna, Siteng Liu, and The Hip Hop Society!

Wired4Music Generate is a funding and mentorship programme set up to support young people in realising a wide range of music ideas. From live events, to workshops and self-development projects, Generate aims to bring together Wired4Music members for collaborative music opportunities, providing financial support to successful applicants as well as regular 1:1 mentoring to support making their project happen.

Keep reading to find out more about each of our 2023-34 Generators and their projects…(!)

Axel – Creating a collaborative, experimental music project

I am independent artist based in Milton Keynes, born in London, Hackney and have been formally making music for around 4 years now. My love for music was birthed in year 11 where I learnt to play the piano, learning from YouTube to then creating and writing my own music! Since making my own music I have been waiting for the right time to focus on creating a project of my own.

The project I would like to work on going into 2024 is a six to seven song project being full of features, be it artist or producers. The reason I am wanting to focus on such a project is because of all the songs I currently have out, only one involves a feature. I would love to experiment with different sounds and styles, and the best way for me to do so is by reaching out to other creatives and getting a taste of their world. In this project, the idea/theme is experimentation, trying out new sounds, so there is the potential that no two songs would sound the same, however, this is not a problem!

I am excited to work with Wired4Music as I know there are some extremely talented and experienced individuals that are involved within the team, and I seek guidance. Being an upcoming independent artist, there is so much for me to learn and wisdom for me to draw from other experienced individuals around me!

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Hulton – ‘Paso Adelante’ (project release)

I am an experienced 20-year-old bilingual music artist who writes on themes surrounding dream chasing, love, and working hard. Music has been one of the biggest influences in my life and offers me a form of release that no other activity could ever provide. I have had various radio features, ranging from BBC 1Xtra to Kiss FM and I have performed at various venues around London.

My project, ‘Paso Adelante’, will be the release of two high-quality singles, each a fusion of Colombian and English hip-hop. The project will focus on developing me as an artist by honing in on 3 key skills; music release, music production, and music marketing.

I am over the moon with the fact I will be working with Wired4Music. For one, it will bring me into a new circle where I will have the opportunity to meet like-minded musicians also focused on developing themselves as artists. I am also excited to work with a mentor, this is something which I know will be highly beneficial for myself and the project. Keeping someone up to date with my progress and being given feedback throughout will ensure I stay on track with what I want to achieve!

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Mwavzs – ‘Faith First’ (project creation)

I am a 22-year-old rapper from North West London who’s very passionate about music. In many ways music has always been an outlet for me and something I’ve enjoyed doing, and that’s saved my life at many different points.

The project I’m going to make and work on is called ‘Faith First’ and it’s about my journey with God, where I’m at now, and how he’s changed my life, impacted where I am at and who I am, and saved me from many different things.

As I say, the four pillars or foundations that have kept me on the straight and narrow and away from other paths, are my faith, my family, music and football. This tape is about my journey, the story so far, and why I’m grateful and thankful for where I’ve come from and what’s happened.

I’m excited to work with Wired4Music because this is the first opportunity or assistance I’ve really had to develop my music and to try to turn my dreams into reality. To have this guidance and help, I’m very excited to see where I can take it or go with that extra push, and to see who I can become both creatively and as an individual, with that extra direction.

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Ra’eesah – The Self Expression Sessions (writing and performance workshops)

My name is Ra’eesah and I am a multifaceted creative using the mediums of theatre, film, music and spoken word to tell stories, bring people together and effect positive change. In order to achieve this, I write, perform, and produce for both stage and screen.

I’m all about creating opportunities for people to form community whilst being creative, expressing themselves and learning something new in the process. My project, The Self Expression Sessions, which consists of engaging writing and performance workshops, was created to do just that through the use of spoken word, poetry and music.

Being a Generate recipient means that the impact of the project will be elevated for participants and facilitators alike and I’m really excited to be working in partnership with Wired4Music, who share similar values regarding creativity and community, to bring it to life.

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Saïna – ‘Connection’ (debut album release)

Saïna is a North West London-based half Japanese and English singer-songwriter/producer, who began playing the piano and guitar age seven, and began writing songs at age 12. Influenced by Neo-Soul and Alternative RnB, her lyrics explore themes of connection and vulnerability. Performing over 50 gigs now, she’s gained radio recognition on BBC Introducing, BBC Radio London and BBC 1XTRA.

I am working towards releasing my debut album for 2024. This project will delve in to the themes of connection, my key word for the project. We are so connected with easy access to everything & anyone through the internet. But at the same time we’ve lost a sense of real connection. Time flies by & many things feel temporary – jobs, relationships, financial security. On the flip side, my album explores reconnecting with roots, cherishing new relationships, connecting with ourselves.

I am excited to work with Wired4Music, after hearing great things about their support for artists, to help bring this project alive to touch listeners and meet others within the community.

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Siteng Liu – ‘Violent Divinity’ (audiovisual exhibition featuring artists of East and Southeast Asian origins)

I am Siteng, a Chinese-born, London-based interdisciplinary artist / producer.

My new art pop EP, “Violent Divinity”, explores violence and divinity in today’s radical world. To celebrate its theme, I want to curate an eclectic audiovisual exhibition featuring works by emerging artists of East and Southeast Asian origins across mediums such as photography, experimental film, and theatre.

I had an amazing experience producing an event with Wired4Music and am thrilled to return with this EP-inspired immersive project. My goal is to provoke and empower audiences through sound and vision, providing an inclusive platform for them to experience my work alongside fellow rising talents.

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Honor, The HipHop Society – Emerging artist showcases in Lambeth

I am a 21-year-old student from Lambeth with a huge passion for music and bringing people together in a creative space. I represent part of The HipHop Society. An organisation that aims to create a platform for young creatives to showcase their work and further pursue their creative dreams.

Our project will be the production of two emerging artist showcases in Lambeth. We will have a range of roles to be filled on the nights and in preparation for the events, which will be given to other creatives trying to get experience working in music. Our events will give artists the opportunity to showcase their work and get paid for it, in hopes it continues their passion and motivation to pursue their dreams further.

We are extremely excited to work with Wired4Music. We hope that maintaining strong communication throughout the process will enable us to stay on track and achieve all of our project objectives. We also believe Wired4Music shares our values and look forward to meeting the team!