Jordan Rakei To Become Abbey Road Studios Artist-In-Residence | News

Jordan Rakei will become the latest Artist-In-Residence at Abbey Road Studios.

The New Zealand songwriter has been picked to fulfil the role, balancing in-house recording against involvement in the historic studio’s outreach programmes.

With a new album incoming – and a show at London’s Royal Albert Hall on the cards – Jordan Rakei takes up the role as Artist-In-Residence, gaining access to the writing room, and fabled Studios Two and Three alongside the treasure trove of legendary Abbey Road gear, microphones and instruments.

In addition to this, he’ll lead on the outreach programmes Lock-In, Equalise, and Amplify. Commenting on this, Jordan Rakei explains…

I’m incredibly honoured to hold the Artist In Residence position at Abbey Road Studios, a journey that began with me making music in my bedroom at the age of 11. Throughout my career, I’ve always been drawn to the creative process and have always considered myself more of a studio hermit, so being granted this residency feels like the ultimate validation of my passion and dedication to music.

I aim to make the most of this opportunity by providing a platform for artists who wouldn’t otherwise have the chance to work in a studio like Abbey Road. Having experienced the early days of my career in a similar setting, I understand the value of being able to use a place like this as an instrument. I want to support others who may be starting their musical journey, fostering an environment where their creativity can flourish without the constraints of financial limitations.

Additionally, I envision the studio as a vibrant hub for collaboration with the bubbling global music scene – where artists from diverse backgrounds and genres can come together, with me, to create freely, without the pressure of expectations. This residency is not just about creating music; it’s about building a community and celebrating the joy of artistic expression. I want to embrace making music for fun again!

Jordan Rakei will release new album ‘The Loop’ on May 10th.

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