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We are proud to recommend the following companies as some of the best in their respective areas, all of whom we have experience of working with;
ERB Magazine is aimed at supporting Emerging Rock Bands and giving them reviews, publicity and airplay on their in house radio station. A really friendly set of people that care about the underground rock scene, and one of our media partners for StormBreakers.
A screen printing company set up by Paul in Newcastle upon Tyne that specializes in band merchandise. They are one of our go to suppliers of merch for the bands on our roster due to their excellent pricing, quality products, and continued superb customer service.
Rob heads up a small team that hand make beautiful guitar and mandolin picks from their custom material that feels and sounds like real turtle shell without endangering or harming any wildlife. Their custom bevels and material give you a great tone and excellent control allowing the artist to play more accurately and faster!
They are a relatively new British brand in the drumstick industry and supply several of our drummers with some of the finest Hickory and Maple drumsticks you will find anywhere. They can also supply specialist signature drumsticks and can make you whatever you want!
Micky has been providing merch to the winners of StormBreakers since it began - they deliver their products and custom made items worldwide and pride themselves on customer care. Enquiries about one off custom designs are also welcome
Set up in 2017, this has now become a group with over 20,000 members of the rock community. The aim for this group is to provide a platform where fans can come together and share videos, photos and recommendations from this great new scene. Loads of the bands involved have members in this group and are very active so please feel free to ask them any questions, visit their Facebook pages and buy some of their Merch too. If you can't afford to buy anything, please share their videos around and tell all your friends.
As well as running one of Scotland's foremost music press and PR companies sine 1986, Colin & Suzy are also part of the Polestar team. They are happy to provide reviews of CDs and live gigs, as well as professional photography.
If you've been to WinterStorm, you've no doubt seen Graham and his team doing the video for us. He has huge experience of the scene, and also covers StormBreakers as well as many other festivals across the country.
Emma has over 25 years experience of being a DJ herself and has a wide range of knowledge and contacts in this part of the industry. Polestar wants the best partners it can find for its bands, and Emma absolutely falls into this category. She's a pleasure to work with and has always produced excellent results for our artists. She has also written two books to help bands - these are also highly recommended!
.Kevin supplies bespoke and hand made pedals and full kits to artists worldwide, including several major names in the rock and metal world. He also provides the kit for WinterStorm, so those of you who have been know just how good his products are. Another member of the Polestar team, he is keen to help at all levels from bands who are starting out to those playing festival main stages.
Mark, or DJ Moto as he is also known, is the official supplier of off stage clothing to the Polestar roster. He is very easy to deal with, and his products are very reasonably priced and excellent quality. He is happy to discuss requirements on an individual basis.
Adam Hayward, Master of Arts (MA) Media Coaching company specialising in one to one, group and classroom development. Have your interview with the press remembered for all the right reasons.
A reputable independent music promotion, PR, artist support, and consultancy agency run by Rob Town MA (Master of Art - Music Industry Innovation & Enterprise). Services include: . PR campaigns . Music promotion . Artist support . Label services . Targeted marketing . Consultation . EPKs About Stampede: Rob "Bobby' Town has over 30 years experience as a DIY musician and music business professional. As a member of British band Panic Cell; he's shared stages with Metallica, Alice In Chains, Papa Roach, Disturbed, and many more. During this time, and since launching Stampede Press in 2012, Rob has worked with major label artists and breaking bands. He's been mentored by legacy musicians and music business experts who've worked with the world's biggest rock acts. Rob co-founded Lightning In A Bottle with Toby Jepson (Planet Rock/Wayward Sons/Little Angels) in 2018; a music management consultation agency that helps bands and musicians tap into their creative spark and uniqueness, whilst maintaining a positive mindset. In 2019 Rob graduated as a Master of Art. He is credited as a Business & Innovation Tutor at WaterBear " The College Of Music and continuously seeks to help musicians thrive and be happy online whilst navigating the music industry.
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Polestar Music Management may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page from time to time to ensure that you are happy with any changes. This policy is effective from 1st February 2021.
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