Jordan Rakei will have access to the entire building including the fabled Studios Two and Three and the treasure trove of legendary Abbey Road gear, microphones and instruments. In addition, Jordan will have a dedicated writing room at his disposal.
He will continue to foster his career-long spirit of collaboration by participating in some of Abbey Road’s outreach programmes and content series. These include the Lock-In filmed studio collaborations and writing camps, alongside Abbey Road’s educational and mentoring festivals Equalise and Amplify, which are designed to inform and inspire the next generation of creative talent.
“I’m incredibly honoured to hold the Artist In Residence position at Abbey Road Studios, a journey that began with me making music in my bedroom at the age of 11,” Rakei says. “Throughout my career, I’ve always been drawn to the creative process and have always considered myself more of a studio hermit, so being granted this residency feels like the ultimate validation of my passion and dedication to music.”
“I aim to make the most of this opportunity by providing a platform for artists who wouldn’t otherwise have the chance to work in a studio like Abbey Road. Having experienced the early days of my career in a similar setting, I understand the value of being able to use a place like this as an instrument. I want to support others who may be starting their musical journey, fostering an environment where their creativity can flourish without constraint,” he continues.
“Additionally, I envision the studio as a vibrant hub for collaboration with the bubbling global music scene – where artists from diverse backgrounds and genres can come together, with me, to create freely, without the pressure of expectations. This residency is not just about creating music; it’s about building a community and celebrating the joy of artistic expression. I want to embrace making music for fun again!”
Jordan heads out on a headline tour in the Autumn, culminating in two shows at the Royal Albert Hall in October, following his recent performance at the BBC 6 Music festival in Manchester, alongside The Smile, Young Fathers and many more.
