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Hi
I’m Ash—a senior tech recruiter by trade, but a music lover and cultural connector at heart. After years of studying entrepreneurship and helping others build their careers, I’m finally taking the leap to build something of my own: a music-based business that amplifies independent voices, celebrates dance, supports & encourages sonic storytelling, and creates space for experimental, political and poetic expression.
From DJing at protest festivals and marches to organising inclusive community-focused indoor & outdoor events, music has always been my way of showing up—for people, for causes, for community. Now, I’m bootstrapping a venture that blends my love of sound & dance with my commitment to justice and creativity.
This GoFundMe is my first step toward making that dream real. Every donation helps me cover startup essentials: equipment, licensing, branding, and platform development. I’m not asking for charity—I’m inviting you to be part of something meaningful from the ground up.
What I’m Building…
A hybrid music platform and creative studio that:
• Showcases politically conscious, experimental and emotionally resonant music
• Offers subscription-based access to curated mixes, artist interviews, and live sets
• Hosts events that blend sound, storytelling, and social impact
• Promotes access to events, artists & communities and provides special promo offers and discounts
• Supports emerging artists through fair pay, mentorship, and visibility
What You’ll Get…
To thank you for your support, I’ll be offering exclusive perks to donors:
Donation Tier & Reward:
£10+
Shoutout on launch page + early access to first mix
£25+
3-month Bandcamp subscription to curated releases
£50+
Limited edition merch (e.g. tote, tee, sticker pack)
£100+
Invite to private launch event or listening party + collectors Mix
£250+ Lifetime access to subscription content + signed physical copy of single or EP and physical & digital copy of an exclusive mix + producer credits on first release (for the artists)
£500+ Free entry to ALL future events
N.B. Each tier beyond the first one will include the benefits of the previous.
Why It Matters…
This isn’t just about music—it’s about legacy. I want to build a project that reflects the cultural shifts we’re living through, honours the sounds that shaped us, and gives back to the communities that inspire us. If you’ve ever felt the power of a lyric, a beat, dance or a protest chant—this is your chance to help that energy grow.
Thank you for believing in the dream. ✨
Let’s make some noise.
—Ash
Aka Ashman Dj