In a Brand Profile special leading up to our Industry Takeover @ MOBO Academy seminars and workshops across the country, we'll be talking to some of the key players heading up the panels and masterclasses to bring you their top industry tips.

From record shop to arts organization, Punch Records has been running Birmingham since 1997. With UD partnering with Punch for the Birmingham leg of Industry Takeover in February, as part of the MOBO Tour, we found out more about the historic brand… 

Who are Punch Records?

Punch Records are a music driven arts organisation based in Birmingham, operating on a national and international level. The aim of the company is to celebrate the raw talent coming out of the West Midlands, creative industries and young people. 

What services do Punch Records provide?

Born as a record store in 1997, Punch Records provide a wide range of services within music. From workshops and bespoke educational packages to event promotion and organise a large scale of concerts and club nights, but also offer the basis to develop music skills and enter the creative sector.

Current project?

Apart from the MOBO Academy Industry Takeover in Birmingham on the 22nd February @ mac, they’re currently involved in numerous projects from educational courses such as ‘Managing a Music Business Enterprise’, to event organisation with BASS (British Arts & Street Sounds) Festival, a month long festival celebrating Black music and arts in Birmingham. Visit their website for more details.

Where can we keep up to date with Punch Records?

http://punch-records.co.uk/

http://twitter.com/punchrecords

http://www.youtube.com/PunchRecordsOnline

Catch Baby J (Punch Records) Industry Takeover @ MOBO Academy taking part to 'Star In The Hood' seminar in Birmingham on February 22nd. Get your tickets here.