Record Store Day Unsigned competition returns for 2024 with new judge Nina Nesbitt

In addition to having their music pressed on vinyl, this year’s winner will also enjoy an exclusive mastering session at the world-famous Abbey Road Studios, courtesy of Bowers & Wilkins alongside being given the opportunity to perform at Truck Festival in Oxford, and being taken on an eight-week Talent Development Programme, provided by Charmfactory, designed to help them refine their craft and navigate the music industry.

Karen Emanuel, CEO of Key Production Group, said of the competition's return: “RSD Unsigned is an unmissable opportunity that can open so many doors." Graham Worsfold, Head of Breed Media, which is providing the 500 vinyl records, added: "We're incredibly proud to support unsigned talent with this prize, which can be the stepping stone for the winner and their music to be picked up nationwide."

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Jeremy Scott, Managing Director, said: “At Charmfactory, we love music and we’re passionate about supporting emerging artists to gain the knowledge, skills, and tools to achieve their goals. We’re also big fans of Record Store Day, so to contribute to the RSD Unsigned campaign for 2024 is a perfect partnership.”

Singer-songwriter and RSD Unsigned judge Nina Nesbitt said: “There is so much undiscovered talent out there in the UK just waiting to be heard. This wonderful competition could be a pivotal moment in an artist’s career, so I say don’t hesitate on entering! I can’t wait to listen to what comes through.”