At pointblank Recordings (PBR), we’re incredibly proud to celebrate the recent streaming milestones of three talented artists from our in-house label. As the only specialist music institute in London with its own record label, pointblank empowers students, alumni, and staff to reach new heights in their musical careers. Three of our artists – Leah Haworth, Dry Bones, and Sam The Zoologist have each achieved major Spotify milestones, showcasing the power of passion and the support of our community. Here’s a look at their achievements and what makes each artist shine.
Leah Haworth
Leah Haworth, our enchanting singer-songwriter and a pointblank student pursuing our BA (Hons) Music Business degree, has recently surpassed 300,000 streams on Spotify for her 2024 EP “Here in the Stars.” This tender, soft-folk EP captures the magic of new beginnings with its gentle acoustic ballads and heartfelt lyrics. Leah debuted her first single, “To The Moon and Back”, on pointblank Recordings, which has amassed over 100,000 streams. Her music balances simplicity with depth, reflecting a personal journey from adolescence to adulthood in every note. We couldn’t be prouder of Leah’s achievement; her success is a testament to her talent and the supportive environment at pointblank that nurtured her growth from student to emerging folk sensation.
Stream ‘Here in The Stars’ here!
Dry Bones
Dry Bones, our very own London-based reggae outfit, recently hit 100,000 streams on Spotify with their debut album “Babylon Prophecy”. This dynamic duo is uniquely composed of pointblank’s CEO Rob Cowan and Managing Director Jules Brookes, alongside reggae legends like Dennis Bovell, Carroll Thompson, and Phil Ramocon. With a philosophy rooted in love, respect, and deep appreciation for reggae’s origins, Dry Bones infuses authentic roots vibes into everything they create. Following the success of Babylon Prophecy, they even dropped a dub companion album, “Babylon Prophecy In Dub,” extending the album’s rich, dubwise journey. The triumph of Dry Bones isn’t just about numbers; it’s a celebration of true musicianship. Their accomplishment also highlights pointblank’s culture as a school run by musicians, for musicians. This ethos extends into the classroom, too, with Carroll Thompson and Phil Ramocon teaching on the BA (Hons) Music Production & Vocal Performance degree at pointblank. We’re thrilled to see Dry Bones thriving and sharing class A reggae with the world, all while exemplifying the creative spirit at the heart of pointblank.
Stream ‘Babylon Prophecy’ here!
Sam The Zoologist
Our quirky maestro Sam The Zoologist has been making big waves, recently crossing 100,000 Spotify streams on his latest EP “The Best You’ll Ever Have.” Sam, our recent graduate who pursued our BA (Hons) Music Production & Sound Engineering degree, blends nostalgic sounds with modern tales of love to create songs that are as catchy as they are heartfelt. In the past year alone, he released three singles, taking the social media world by storm with millions of views across TikTok and Instagram. His standout personality and songwriting skills have also earned him recognition on BBC Introducing, and he secured the No. 1 spot in the UK (and No. 3 globally) on the SubmitHub Indie/Alternative charts with one of his tracks. Sam’s rapid rise from the classroom to the charts embodies what pointblank is all about – turning passion and hard work into real-world success. We’re excited to keep supporting Sam on his musical journey and can’t wait to see what he conquers next!
Stream ‘The Best You’ll Ever Have’ Here
At pointblank, these achievements are more than just numbers; they’re milestones on our mission to empower new talent. As the only London music school with an in-house record label, we give our students and alumni a chance to experience life as recording artists while providing the skills and support needed to thrive in the industry. We help our students release music, gain industry exposure, and achieve their musical goals every step of the way. Each year, we even host an exclusive networking night where students can connect with the pointblank Recordings team, gain invaluable industry insights, and watch inspiring performances from our artists and fellow students. Check our roster of amazing artists here.
With our BA (Hons) Music Business degree, you’ll explore key areas like Artist & Label Management, Music Publishing, and Music Rights & Legal Affairs, developing the skills and knowledge to get you industry-ready. You’ll also have the chance to intern at pointblank Recordings, gaining hands-on experience and insider insight into how a real label runs. With guidance from active professionals who’ve worked with major labels, you’ll get expert feedback and real-world perspective throughout your journey. Whether you’re aiming for A&R, artist management, label operations, or music marketing, you’ll graduate with the experience, connections, and confidence to step straight into the industry.
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Thanks to the dedication of our industry expert instructors, pointblank is the only specialist music production institute to be awarded a TEF Gold rating. Whether you’re passionate about DJing, music production, sound engineering, vocal performance, software engineering, radio, or songwriting – pointblank offers degrees or short courses in London, LA, Ibiza, and Online. No matter your location or aspirations, we are here to help make your dreams a reality.
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