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Aurora returns to her 'warriors and weirdos'

19/04/18

It’s all go at Decca ahead of Norwegian luminary Aurora’s second album. The team have kicked things off with the release of her new single Queendom, which is already growing her ‘Warriors and Weirdos’ fanbase.

CHVRCHES return for Virgin EMI

13/04/18

Virgin EMI’s CHVRCHES have released their new single Miracle this week, the fourth and latest track to be lifted from their eagerly anticipated album, Love Is Dead, out May 25.

Ben Howard's new music unveiled

06/04/18

Four years after the release of the chart-topping I Forget Where We Were, Island’s Brit-winning troubadour Ben Howard has announced details of his new album.

Universal music staff limber up for charity ride

06/04/18

Over the next couple of months, Universal Music staff are preparing for and taking part in both the Universal Music Ride and the 2018 London Marathon for inspiring causes and charities.

British film-makers tap into Island’s urban expertise

23/03/18

Island have joined forces with independent distributor Vertigo Releasing for the UK and Ireland release of the film which is the prequel to the underground 2016 hit The Intent.

Calum Scott releases debut album, Only Human

14/03/18

Following a whirlwind two years including sold out US tours, a UK number two single and a BRIT nomination, Calum Scott has released his much anticipated debut album via Virgin EMI in the UK.

Abbey Road named 2018 Studio of the Year

02/03/18

Abbey Road Studios was named 2018 Studio of the Year at the Music Producers Guild (MPG) Awards this week. The prestigious award came after a pivotal year for Abbey Road which has seen its biggest transformation since opening 86 years ago.

Loyle Leads wins at NME awards 2018

16/02/18

AMF/Virgin EMI’s Loyle Carner, who is up for two awards at next week’s BRIT Awards, has kicked off the year in style after winning Best British Solo Artist at last night’s NME Awards. Loyle used his acceptance speech to shine alight on ADHD and Dyslexia.

ELAM trainees light up Universal

09/02/2018

Over the last two weeks, 38 trainees from East London Arts & Music (ELAM) have been working with many of the teams across Universal Music. They finished their work experience with a showcase in our Kensington High Street cafe (pictured is Lucy Kevil with guitarist Molly Burman)

Decca's chart firsts with Sheku debut

02/02/2018

Decca are celebrating a Top 20 album with their cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason, who has become the first winner of the BBC Young Musician competition to break the upper echelons of the albums chart.

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