A Wirral music project is revolutionising the local music scene — offering artists and bands a fair deal and taking them to the next level.
Events 471 is an exciting new events and artist development concept with an ethical ethos that has hosted no less that 15 events during its first year, with over 1,500 tickets sold.
Events 471 aims to be a ‘game changer’ for the local music scene and far more than just an events brand. Led by mother and son team, Carol Hetherington and Carrick Moran, the idea is to offer local artists 360 degree support — paying them fairly and offering support with photo and video content, social media and more. What’s more, a CIC has also been set up to create projects that will support artists further.
Since forming in January 2023, Events 471 has worked with 36 different artists and bands and each of them receives a fair split of tickets sales, additional photography and videography, social media support and a platform on the Events 471 website. The project covers all genres, with inclusivity and diversity at its heart, and there have been some amazing success stories with artists they’ve worked with.
Linking the best local up and coming talent with national and international acts, Events 471 have been a key stepping stone for many local artists and bands. The past 12 months have seen many packed shows at Future Yard, Northern Powerhouse and Molly’s Chambers in Birkenhead and there are some exciting gigs in the pipeline for 2024 — featuring big stars playing alongside local artists.
Events 471 have some big shows coming up such as Queer House Party — the multi-award winning queer club night of DJs and performers that has been praised by Time Out, BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 6 Music, Resident Advisor, DJ Mag and others. Celebrated by Dua Lipa, they have performed in arenas alongside the likes of Years And Years and PVA and are coming to Future Yard on 10th Feb.
Then there’s prog rock legends John Hackett Band at Future Yard on 2nd March. Famous for their collaboration with Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett and King Crimson’s Bill Bruford, they will be performing their face melting solos and intricate opuses.
Meanwhile, renowned German drummer, composer and solo artist Anika Nilles is hosting a drumming masterclass and performing with her band Nevell at Future Yard on Mon 8th April. An innovator and one of the best drummers in the world, this will surprisingly be her UK debut courtesy of Events 471 and she will be sharing her knowledge with local artists before her performance.
Events 471’s Carol said: “Events 471 came from a dinner table conversation and we decided to just go for it! We chatted about how it’s hard for people to break into the music industry and get work experience. If you do, it’s usually for very little or no money. We also spoke about Live music and how people do want to see local bands and artists but it’s not very accessible and we want to change that.”
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