Idea Submission
Broke'n'£nglish-Life on the Costa Del Salford
Estate Recordings Ballin' on a Budget ManksOnTour2011
Submitted by Broke_N_english.
When it comes to Music, Broke’n’£nglish has represented the city of Manchester creditably and consistently from the moment we formed in 2002. Despite falling under the HipHop/Urban Music heading, we have always fought to differentiate ourselves from those images which have become so synonymous with the style of music we make. We have never had a record deal, management, or outside investors of any kind, yet we have managed to make a real and definite mark on U.K and international music through hard work, effective use of limited resources and most importantly an honest and real approach towards the music we create and associate ourselves with.
Whether or not you take an interest in HipHop/Urban music, one cannot fail to notice the desperate decline in the message it presents which appears to have fallen more and more into disrepair since its inception. I have been a youth worker for over 10 years now and I refute any suggestion that music has no influence on our city’s young people and how they react towards the world around them. It does.
I have been aware of the Umbro Industries programme since it creation in 2009 but it is only now that I feel I have the sufficient ideas and information necessary to make this an appropriate application. If awarded with the Umbro Industries bursary, we would invest the money into three of the aspects that make up our organisation. This would provide us with the momentum to make a real contribution to our music scene that would be of benefit to Manchester both culturally and socially.
Studio Space. As an organisation we have never had access to a studio of our own. We have always recorded from home which has its obvious limitations. If we had the chance to secure a space of our own it would prove to be an invaluable resource both for ourselves and those releasing music via our label (Estate Recordings) We have a distribution deal with ST holdings that we are struggling to take advantage of due to a lack of recording facilities. Some of the young people we work with have been getting support from the likes of Zane Lowe and Annie Mac without having anywhere to record regularly. If they were provided with a place to work on and develop their music there would be no barrier to what they can achieve.. For this we are applying £3000 which would cover the cost of a years rent and our fans would get what they have been asking about for the longest, our second album!!
Estate Recordings. As stated above, our label has a distribution deal. With the correct funding we can release quality Manchester music. We feel its time to take the power away from the labels to empower and motivate musicians to do it themselves in order to fix and take back what is perceived as an ailing music industry. We are tired of money hungry artists giving a bad name to what could and should be some of the most inspiring and forward thinking music in modern times rather than what radio stations and television channels are feeding us veraciously every day. For this we are applying for £3500 which would enable to release both our own music and several other local artists we have identified and work with on a regular basis.
Ballin’ on a Budget. BOAB has become a staple part of the Manchester clubbing experience and is aimed at people who love music that are fed up with the number of over priced and pretentious bars in the city. There aren’t many clubs for Mancunians to go to that are cheap and trouble free with a great atmosphere and amazing music. Anyone who has been to Ballin’ on a Budget will testify that this is purely what our night is about. We present live music in nice surroundings at unbeatable prices and fund it all ourselves. We have a large and loyal following even though our only promotion is a facebook event page and word of mouth. The night has come along way and with an extra injection of cash it can and will become legendary! We are applying for £3500 which would secure and pay deposits for artist bookings over the next 12 months.
The Broke’n’£nglish ethos is very much based on what are very northern qualities. Honesty, hard work and tell it like it is. We have continued to prove that success can be achieved in unlikely sources through utilizing whatever is available at that moment in time.
We are not afraid of hard work. I currently study Business at the Manchester College full time (HND level working towards a degree) combined with a part time job as a youth worker/arts award advisor across Salford and Greater Manchester for a number of youth organisations. This experience and learning would ensure any monies would be used effectively and would be injected into the heart of Manchester culture and its very own people. I feel that this bursary combined with both our knowledge and insight into the Manchester music scene would give an opportunity to one of the good guys....for once.
Give us a chance...thanks for your time.
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Posted by mivpl 1 day ago
this we are applying £3000 which would cover the cost of a years rent and our fans would get what they have been asking about for the longest, our second album!! http://digg.com/linktubes
Posted by mivpl 3 days ago
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Posted by mivpl 4 days ago
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Posted by mrmilll on Dec 22nd
This is an excellent project and well worthy of the funds. This could help so many young people achieve great things, so please give it a go! Many thanks x
Posted by MancFujiMassive on May 16th
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Posted by frisko on May 11th
ye man backing that make sure hook me up if it pulls through lol serious tho!!
Posted by frisko on May 11th
Ok, you seriously need to give these guys the money for this worthwhile investment, they deserve it, and i wanna hear the next album and also hear some more manchester hip hop from their potential studio....... doooooooooo it!!!!!!
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Posted by roundhouse562 on May 9th
Backin' it ;p
Posted by KYDRO on May 8th
Please give Broke'n'£nglish this money. Just do it. okay!
Posted by wongy_pongy on May 8th
Its so hard to record music coming from a council estate background. These guys will be, to the Manchester scene, as Scholes and Giggs are to United. Lots of my friends make music, would be inspiring for us to see this happen. Go Umbro.
Posted by Leigh on May 8th
Broke N £nglish running tings!
Posted by DubstepAssassin on May 8th
These guys defo get my vote, BOAB is the best night in Manny,
Posted by BigSarah on May 8th
They should definitely be given this, last month's BOAB was so much fun that I was 24 hours late to my brother's birthday in Leeds. X
Posted by Sarahannhardy on May 8th
Would be money well spent...
Posted by Eoin on May 8th
These guys definitely deserve this funding, it would be well used and really appreciated.
Posted by vk1234567 on May 7th
These guy's deserve it as they are enthusiastic and hardworking and have a good business plan to use the money. Best of luck!!
Posted by Claire32 on May 4th
Passionate and hardworking, what more could you ask for. Behind them all the way.
Posted by nelvis on May 3rd
Almost 10 years of hard work behind the scenes - think these guys deserve this.
Posted by PaulS on May 3rd
Hard working guys - good luck with the application
Posted by JohnH on May 3rd
Well worth the investment. Can't think of anyone more deserving!!
Posted by helsbels18 on May 3rd
The work these guys to for the people and the area is sensational!!!! They work so hard and need this all the way!!!!! RESPECT!!!!
Posted by Elliebobz on May 1st
This is proper fresh! 1000% behind this! No one deserves it more!!!!!
Posted by C_BAZ_Frottin on May 1st
Love Broke n £nglish! Big up to them! They Deserve it BIG TIME!!!
Posted by Dannyw100 on May 1st
everybody in Manchester knows about the music, but not everybody knows about the youthwork these guys have been involved with for more than a decade in schools, youth offending teams and more... Inspirational!
Posted by Phil85 on May 1st
Yes...fully behind this!!
Posted by Maggie01 on May 1st
Puttin the work in since day one! Much respect to Broke N English!
Posted by Dannyw100 on May 1st
A more worthy proposal. The studio space in particular would be a great resource to develop and nurture local talent.
Posted by BSamrai on May 1st
These boys are as REAL as it gets. £££££'s please.
Posted by danhoyland on May 1st
Manchester loves Broke 'n' English.. I am proud to have them represent and they deserve this. Would love to see them do even more amazing things.
Posted by Aysh on May 1st
BROKE'N'£NGLISH fully deserve to win this funding. Their label supports loads of up and coming urban artists, so the impact of investment could be huge.
Posted by guerrillaunionist on May 1st
I went to MANCHESTER and enjoyed the performance last year . And I could see their BIG HEART there . special thanks BROKE N ENGLISH ! Please keep delivering THE REAL MUSIC ! from Osaka JAPAN
Posted by TETSUYA_ABE on May 1st
BOAB best night in the country hands down. These guys been a big influence on me and anyone else involved with music from Manchester! deserve a chance to spread that influence to a bigger audience !!
Posted by phatpat on Apr 30th
Broke n English deserve this so much for their hard work and passion, and the difference they are making and will continue to make with this grant! X
Posted by sarahw81 on Apr 30th
Broke'N'English definatly deserve this as the work they do across Manchester is inspirational and helpfull to youngsters all across Manchester
Posted by liam_94 on Apr 30th
Broke'n'English are well deserving of any financial assistance. Their talent, drive and work ethos would ensure this is money well spent
Posted by Sabre on Apr 30th
Broke n English always bring positive vibes and great music. They fully represent the spirit of Manchester and are definitely deserving candidates for this investment.
Posted by MissMaryO on Apr 30th
Worth every penny these lads get, true family, and deserve all the credit they get.
Peace.
Posted by alexgibson on Apr 30th
these guys are certainly worthy of an investment. they own manchester when it comes to their genre of music
Posted by nick_dev222 on Apr 30th
These guys fly the flag for the North of England in a strong way and deserve all the support possible. The return on investment would be plentifold and the opportunity to cross market by Umbro would be mutually beneficial too.
Posted by kingy on Apr 27th
If this is about manchester then broke'n'english are worthy winners. They have invested heavily into our great city through youth work and music and more...its time someone re-invested in them. much love
Posted by nmdose on Apr 27th
Yes ! This deserves support from all Manchester music fans! These guys put in the work and would really benefit from this...Show support! Broke n English put Manchester on the MAP! Support!
Posted by JoeGavin on Apr 27th
Without a shadow of a doubt, Broke'n'English deserves this! Let's put all our support behind these boys who are making a difference. Support their vision!
Posted by evilpixie on Apr 27th
The dopest, most down to earth, real hip hop around.. nuff said!
Posted by oxfordrepresent on Apr 25th
Broke n English - Representing all things that create success - dedication, passion and initiative. Imagine the reach out with this grant, would be phenominal. An all deserving application, good luck!
Posted by ct777 on Apr 24th
Definitely the most deserving of this, proper good stuff, hard work and positive attitudes!
Posted by csteves on Apr 24th
It'd be so encouraging to see such a passionate, hard working group of people finally get something back from all the effort and time they've put in. Massive appreciation to everything they've done and for everything they will do. really deserving.
Posted by 0295_1 on Apr 23rd
100% deserve this break after years of hard work- this support would be totally appreciated and put to excellent use. Can't say enough how worthy of investment this proposal is.
Posted by as1987 on Apr 23rd
Broke N English are so hardworking and passionate about making Manchester an even more interesting and exciting place to live, Umbro would totally get their money's worth if they invested in them.
Posted by kirstles on Apr 23rd
These guys truly deserve this- cash would be put to great use and help many Mancunians along the way!
Posted by garybrown on Mar 29th
Really hardworking, they are amazing, we love them millions and they deserve this grant SO MUCH x
Posted by mares on Mar 29th
seriously feeling this, the progression of music outside of london suggests that Manchester is the worthy winner, and who better than these veteran sound pushers.
Posted by kaanij on Mar 29th
Good luck fellaz....Refreshingly positive!!! hope u get the money to do the work!!!
Posted by pablofox on Mar 29th
a worthy investment indeed, fingers and toes crossed for you BrokeNenglish
Posted by emmylougot on Mar 29th
Too many reasons to mention . . . inspirational you might say! Big up Broke n English representing Manchester to the ABSOLUTE fullest!!
Posted by helz82 on Mar 29th
Manchester through and through in the best possible way. Broke N English give so much to the Manchester community and deserve this 100% x
Posted by copsonstreet on Mar 28th
I think Broke'n'English represent and support Manchesters youth in the best way, and would absolute win at it with more funding!
Posted by zarakhalique on Mar 28th
These guys are a pillar of the manchester community, and put in so much work for the people and not for profit. I can't think of anybody better qualified or deserving of the money, they're smart, hard working, and empathetic. Absolute unsung heros.
Posted by andrewjima on Mar 28th
Broke'N'English have had a effect on 100's of young people in Manchester weather through music or Strats works as a youth worker. They deserve the grant.
Posted by fabz on Mar 28th
This project absolutely deserves the grant. Ballin on a budget is one of the best nights in the UK, and the lads deserve every penny.
Posted by elizabethm on Mar 28th
Amazing, hard working and dedicated , travelled all the way to Iceland on a shoestring budget to introduce Hip Hop to young people. Definitely deserve this. Good luck lads
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Posted by Pak on Mar 28th
They provide a social utility to many aspects of Manchester. Their work is known as having helped many disaffected young people, as is their talent as artists. They regularly give 110% to other people and deserve a little help.
Posted by molemastermysterymonobrow on Mar 28th
My fingers & toes are crossed for Broke N £nglish! You fully deserve this grant lads!! Big up!!
Posted by North35 on Mar 28th
Probably the best UK wordsmiths, certainly my favourite. Broke 'n' English have always supported the scene around them, both with the label and the Ballin' parties. If any Manchester music act deserves this it's Broke 'n' English.
Posted by DubPhizix on Mar 28th
These boys definately deserve this.. Theyve made a big & positive impact on the music scene in manchester & beyond. Making nights out fun & affordable. Great vibes all around .
Posted by pippykin on Mar 28th
If anyone deserves it its you boys... I reckon you've put in the graft over the years... you're the pillars of Manchester music!!! BLAOW!! (lovin that pic by the way ; )
Posted by Mr-MaDjestyk on Mar 28th
Broke n English are Manchester legends in their own right. They have done alot for Manchester and just UK music in general. They deserve the chance, a very worthy investment
Posted by DeanoS91 on Mar 28th
yeah this would be amazing . Broke n English are a worthy outfit well worth this investment .
Posted by 1234566 on Mar 28th
Yerman this is amazing Ballin on a budget massive respect think they should get it they hard working put on some good shows , Broke N English all the way
Posted by JinxJinx on Mar 28th
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Posted by Broke_N_english on Feb 4th, 2011
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