About Us
1043 recordings is the new name for 'Futureworks Music', the multi-genre, in-house record label that has distributed our student, staff and alumni music productions into the global marketplace since January 2011.
Managed by our team of industry professionals, we will take you through the process of getting your music out there, even after you’ve finished studying with us. The team has over 20 years’ industry experience, covering live performance, artist & record label management can give you the opportunity to experience the commercial world of music & media
Why you should consider releasing Your music on the 1043 record label
Here’s just a few of the reasons why!
It's free!
As a student here at Futureworks (and after you’ve graduated) you can release your music on the label for free!
So, no need for a DistroKid or a CD Baby account, Ten 43 Recordings is your own label – with all the benefits that come with it- and at no cost to you!
100% of royalties go to you
That’s right! 100% of all net revenue goes to you, the artist and performers! The label passes on any proceeds in a royalty statement generated using the music industry-recognised accounting platform, ‘Royalty Worx’; leaving you to re-invest in your art.
Professionally Mastered at Futureworks
Your tracks will be mastered in-House, at no cost to you, in our state of the art mastering studio under the watchful eye of Ste Kerry.
Ste began working as a mastering engineer back in 2014. Notable clients include Mark Owen, While She Sleeps, Malevolence, Busted, Charlie Simpson amongst many others.
In addition to his work as a mastering engineer, Ste is an experienced FOH engineer having worked all over the world in arenas, stadia and large outdoor events with clients such as Busted, Bros, Mcfly, Fightstar, Funeral for a friend, Charlie Simpson, Young Guns and many more.
Pitched for Sync deals
Your music will be pitched for synchronisation using the Music Gateway platform and Woodwork Music Agency on release. This gives your music the chance to come alive in a film, on a TV Ad or even in a video game!
Sold and Distributed by Label-Worx
The world’s largest independent digital distribution partner for indie electronic music labels will get your music out there on all the major digital streaming platforms.
Six Up live at the Eagle
Six up live is your chance to play live on stage at the Eagle Inn, Salford. Every year, Ten 43 Recordings promotes events at the end of each term where you can showcase your talents in front of a live audience at this award winning music venue. Six bands or artists, six performances, free drinks and DJ sets – all by Futureworks’ students and alumni.
Riverside Live
The Riverside Live Sessions give an opportunity for you or your band to perform one new song, two old songs and a cover version in the same vein as the BBC Live Lounge or Piano Room Sessions.
The performances are recorded, engineered, and then mixed by Futureworks students in our Neve VRL Studios. Even better is that students from the School of Film, TV & Media will capture and produce a music video of each band that we will feature on our YouTube channel – and for you to use for your own promotion.
Compilation Albums and EPs
Every year, Ten 43 Recordings releases compilation albums and EPs featuring the best of the music you’ve made here at Futureworks.
Team
Label Management
Pete Jenkinson
Web design and development
David Cummins