Beyoncé’s dad and former manager will give a talk this week at a Southwark-based college, to share his knowledge gained from being one of the most successful music executives in the world.
London College of Creative Media (LCCM), based in Southwark, will host The Mathew Knowles Open Lecture at its Music Box venue this Saturday (February 4).
The former manager of Destiny’s Child and father to Beyoncé and Solange, Mathew Knowles’ artists have won a combined 30 GRAMMY Awards.
Tickets for this exclusive open lecture and Q&A at the college on Union Street are priced at just £10 and are even being given away free to schools, students and youth groups that are part of LCCM’s music community.
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“Very few can boast beginning their lives walking down a road in Alabama to eventually walking down the red carpet at the Grammys,” said JD Donovan, LCCM’s Creative Industries Liaison.
“From his early days as a record-breaking sales professional, through to music industry titan, and professor and entrepreneur, Mathew Knowles holds many titles. Perhaps his greatest accomplishment, however, is his ability to help others see the potential in themselves.”
Mathew Knowles’ record sales have exceeded 450 million worldwide, with work featuring some of the biggest names in music including Chaka Khan, Earth Wind & Fire, The O’Jays, Destiny’s Child, Solange and Beyoncé. He most recently joined up with his daughter at her viral performance in Dubai.
Mathew Knowles has also served as an executive producer for more than 100 award-winning, platinum and gold albums across multiple genres, including pop, R&B, gospel, dance, and country, as well as soundtracks and special-themed projects.
“Anyone interested is invited to join Dr Knowles for an intimate and informative lecture where he’ll dish out his priceless insights and fantastic stories to inspire and educate,” said the college.
Following the lecture tours of the Music Box, refreshments will be available at the bar.
Meanwhile, daughter Beyoncé has just announced her first world tour in seven years, for her latest album ‘Renaissance.’
Suitable for all 15+.
General admission £10.
Tickets can be purchased here. The event is free to schools, students and youth music groups in LCCM’s music community (with a code to be presented at checkout).
The Music Box can be found at 241 Union Street, SE1 0LR and the lecture will run from 11 am – 12:30 pm.
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