Andy Ross Bio Email: _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Summary Andy Ross founded Astar Studios in 2008 to establish himself as a producer. In 2010, he achieved a Mercury Prize nomination for ‘Album of the Year,’ and in 2013, Astar Studios was named one of the top four finalists for ‘Studio of the Year’ at the Pro Sound Awards. The following year, Astar was again placed in the top four for ‘Best Studio,’ and Andy was recognized among the top 50 ‘Rising Star’ Producers in Europe. As a producer and studio owner, Andy has worked with numerous talented artists and bands, adapting his skills across various genres. Despite his background in rock and pop, he has made a significant mark in the jazz world, producing the UK’s biggest-selling album series for new contemporary jazz. Since 2009, Astar Studios has also served as a training center for the University of Huddersfield. Andy’s passion for teaching led him to earn a Level 3 Award in Education and Training from Training Qualifications UK. Recently, he has been invited to manage a series of recording projects for a local music service, for which he has been DBS checked and approved. Skills • Music production and technology • Audio recording and editing • Songwriting and arranging • CD mastering • Guitar and piano performance • Teaching, training, and development Work History Business Owner, Astar Studios – Heywood, Lancashire (2008 to Current)Self-employed recording studio owner overseeing all aspects of the business from pre-production to mastering. Responsibilities include bookings, contract negotiations, health and safety, client services, staff training, and administration. Writer, Clippers – Barcelona, Spain (2005 to Current)Song placement and writing to briefs for various artist projects. Involved in writing and co-writing with artists, including artist development projects. Managing Director, Astar Studios Music Limited – ManchesterFormed a record label to release future artist projects. Director, Effin Records Limited – Bury, Lancashire (2001 to 2007)Co-director of an independent record label for the band AL!VE, overseeing album and single releases distributed by Sony BMG and Universal Music Group. Lead Guitar and Vocals, AL!VE – Bury, Lancashire (1996 to 2007)Lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist for teen rock band AL!VE, performing over 300 gigs including high-profile venues and events. Highlights include performing at Buckingham Palace and touring with Ian Brown. Numerous TV appearances and an endorsement by Yamaha Music. Education • Level 3 Award in Education and Training (QCF) – TQUK (2016) • BA (Hons) Management and Leisure (2:1) - University of Manchester (2004) • Contemporary Popular Musics Diploma (Distinction) - Access to Music, Manchester (2000) • 9 GCSEs @ A to C – Bury Grammar School (1998) Affiliations • PRS for Music – writer member since 1997 • PPL and Musicians’…Andy Ross Bio Email: _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Summary Andy Ross founded Astar Studios in 2008 to establish himself as a producer. In 2010, he achieved a Mercury Prize nomination for ‘Album of the Year,’ and in 2013, Astar Studios was named one of the top four finalists for ‘Studio of the Year’ at the Pro Sound Awards. The following year, Astar was again placed in the top four for ‘Best Studio,’ and Andy was recognized among the top 50 ‘Rising Star’ Producers in Europe. As a producer and studio owner, Andy has worked with numerous talented artists and bands, adapting his skills across various genres. Despite his background in rock and pop, he has made a significant mark in the jazz world, producing the UK’s biggest-selling album series for new contemporary jazz. Since 2009, Astar Studios has also served as a training center for the University of Huddersfield. Andy’s passion for teaching led him to earn a Level 3 Award in Education and Training from Training Qualifications UK. Recently, he has been invited to manage a series of recording projects for a local music service, for which he has been DBS checked and approved. Skills • Music production and technology • Audio recording and editing • Songwriting and arranging • CD mastering • Guitar and piano performance • Teaching, training, and development Work History Business Owner, Astar Studios – Heywood, Lancashire (2008 to Current)Self-employed recording studio owner overseeing all aspects of the business from pre-production to mastering. Responsibilities include bookings, contract negotiations, health and safety, client services, staff training, and administration. Writer, Clippers – Barcelona, Spain (2005 to Current)Song placement and writing to briefs for various artist projects. Involved in writing and co-writing with artists, including artist development projects. Managing Director, Astar Studios Music Limited – ManchesterFormed a record label to release future artist projects. Director, Effin Records Limited – Bury, Lancashire (2001 to 2007)Co-director of an independent record label for the band AL!VE, overseeing album and single releases distributed by Sony BMG and Universal Music Group. Lead Guitar and Vocals, AL!VE – Bury, Lancashire (1996 to 2007)Lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist for teen rock band AL!VE, performing over 300 gigs including high-profile venues and events. Highlights include performing at Buckingham Palace and touring with Ian Brown. Numerous TV appearances and an endorsement by Yamaha Music. Education • Level 3 Award in Education and Training (QCF) – TQUK (2016) • BA (Hons) Management and Leisure (2:1) - University of Manchester (2004) • Contemporary Popular Musics Diploma (Distinction) - Access to Music, Manchester (2000) • 9 GCSEs @ A to C – Bury Grammar School (1998) Affiliations • PRS for Music – writer member since 1997 • PPL and Musicians’WWWW…