Our Artists Include
Poets, Spoken Word, Musicians, Storytellers, Motivational Speakers
Our Musicians
Marianna Zappi
Marianna Zappi started singing at a very young age back in her home country, Italy, where she started taking lessons with Lorena Scaccia, one of the best and most recognised vocal coaches in the country. That was in 1991 and she hasn’t stopped ever since.
She took part in some of the most prestigious singing contest as a young talent and had the pleasure to work with some of greatest names in the history of Italian music such as Rita Pavone, Teddy Reno.
Marianna recently gained the attention of BBC radio with one of her new projects.
Asabi Hawah
Asabi Hawah is a soulful singer/songwriter with a diverse style and range – effortlessly meandering from Soul to Reggae to Afrobeat with sounds that she hopes to grab your attention and draw you into her world of heart-felt love and truth.
The music that Asabi produces is light, delicate and simple. Her lyrics coupled with her powerful voice create a world of perfect balance and melodies! Asabi has graced many stages in and around London for a number of years. She is a well-seasoned performer whose material constantly surprises and keeps you wanting more.
Raggo Zulu Rebel
Raggo Zulu Rebel is a London artist who blends hip hop, reggae, R&B, acoustic soul and a splash of grime – with a message. Also known as JAH MESSENGER, the message in his music is very important. He has performed & recorded all over the UK, the West Indies, Ireland & Prague and headlined Sol Music Festival Sicily.
Raggo Zulu Rebel has shared stages with the likes of UK hip hop stars Rodney P, Lowkey, Wretch 32, No Lay, SkinnyMan, Swiss (So Solid), English Frank, Logic, Ty, Maverick Sabre as well US legends Guru (Gangstarr) and Saigon. Raggo has worked with Big Cakes, Logic, Plan B, amongst others.
BLXCKCEASAR
BLXCKCAESAR is an established Music Producer who has been producing urban music professionally since 2014.
He is constantly expanding his repertoire, working with talented musicians from a variety of different urban genres.
Daniaal
Daniaal is a multi-genre producer and also a DJ.
His favourite genres are Garage, Jungle and Drum n Bass.
Lillie Aissa
Lillie is a breakout singer-songwriter spanning various genres. Her works are very eclectic.
Lillie’s lyrics are about remembering who you are when no one else is in the room.

Leah Patten
Leah is an aspiring singer-songwriter and actress who also dances.
The 17-year-old is determined to create music based on how she feels in the past, present and upcoming future.

Sense

Liam Chambers

J’Cento
JCoustic
A Clueless Pedestrian

Abs

Espoir Dekin
Our Poets
Aisling Fahey
Aisling Fahey is a poet who has performed in various locations across England, Ireland, America and India, including the Barbican, the Houses of Parliament and Glastonbury. She was a member of Barbican Young Poets and is part of the Burn After Reading collective, established by Jacob Sam-La Rose and Jasmine Cooray. Aisling was Young Poet Laureate for London 2014 – 2015.
Miss Jacqui
Miss Jacqui is a Spoken Word Artist, Mix Engineer, Facilitator, and Artist Manager. As well as being an Ambassador for multiple organisations that she holds close to her heart. Her love for Spoken Word/Poetry came to light in 2011, when she joined “Poets Platform” led by Kat Francois.
Since then she has performed at various locations like the Paralympic Team Welcoming Ceremony as well as the Opening Ceremony. Miss Jacqui has worked with Halfmoon Young Peoples Theatre, Theatre Royal Stratford East, National Youth Theatre and Channel 4, just to name a few.
She is also the youngest board member of Graeae. Miss Jacqui believes that creativity is a universal language and in her spare time, she is devoted to the exploration of theatre, music, poetry, song writing, and of course performing.
Asha Lul Mohammoud
Asha Lul Mohammoud is of Somali origin is particularly interested in the area of development and with that issues pertaining to the Middle East. Over the years, Asha has worked with other NGOs such as VSO and most recently Interpal.
Asha enjoys poetry and is a poet herself, writing in the form of both traditional and spoken word poetry.
You Press posted a video to the playlist You Press Creative Agency — feeling happy at Paddington Central.
2 days ago
To celebrate National Careers Week, we are happy to share how we support our emerging artists and creative freelancers get into the creative industry! For more info visit - youpress.org.uk/agency
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You Press is at Kingston University.
1 week ago
#ThrowbackThursday! As a grassroots social enterprise, we have always focused on establishing collaborative partnerships that have long-term impact and positive change for diverse communities across London. For the past 4-5 years we have worked closely with Kingston University & Student Hubs to provide opportunities for students.
This year we are looking forward to exploring how we can further support young people to reach their potential. More details to come soon!
"Final-year creative writing and human rights student Ashleigh Osborne said that her 10-week internship at You Press – a social enterprise which helps young authors writing on social issues to share their message with a wider audience – was the perfect match. She said she'd welcomed the opportunity to put theory in to practice in such a fitting company. "It was great to apply what I learned at university to real-life scenarios and see the results in action," she added. "It has definitely helped me to hone my skills and I already have an offer of a place on a postgraduate course for next year, which I doubt I would have secured without the Santander internship." - shorturl.at/glpHP
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Guests gathered at the University's Kingston Hill campus to celebrate the diverse activities that have been funded by Santander Universities since the partnership was launched in 2012.You Press is feeling excited.
1 week ago
We are excited to be launching soon the second season of 'Hidden Voices' Podcast!! 😀
Before the launch of the second season, we encourage to check out the first season that explored various social issues and topics that matter to young people.
To listen to the podcast visit: soundcloud.com/you-press/sets/hidden-voices-podcast 🎧
*Filmaker: Afshin Robin Rohani
Website: www.scribershive.com
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You Press posted a video to the playlist ROOTS LDN.
2 weeks ago
'One of Dem Ones’ by Annie Rockson is a powerful artistic response to the ROOTS LDN 2019 project! The poem is a product of the key themes expressed by the community members that were interviewed by Annie.
ROOTS LDN is a community research project, that was delivered by You Press in collaboration with the GLA (Greater London Authority). The project focuses on social inclusion, integration and developing civic leadership in communities that currently do not have a voice in City Hall.
You can view more about the report here: https://youpress.org.uk/roots-2019/
*Instrumental by Glenn
*Cover art by Heeral Sonigra (@heeral_s)
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3 weeks ago
If you would like to develop your skills and make a difference in society, get in touch to apply to our virtual internships! We are looking for writers, graphic designer/illustrators, web-developers and social media content creators! 😊
"You Press interns develop their creative and professional skills producing a range of content for ScribersHive, the platform for young people to voice their opinion on current issues.” - Robyn De Leon - International Intern
Email: Contactus@youpress.org.uk
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To celebrate National Careers Week, we are happy to share how we support our emerging artists and creative freelancers get into the creative industry! For more info visit - https://www.youpress.org.uk/agency
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