Student Success

 "Having been a professional musician for many years, I figured I’d be able to manage digital recording. But I found myself deciphering manuals and struggling with software, rather than actually recording music. I discovered Point Blank Online and now I am recording, editing and mixing audio like a pro!" Dallas is an experienced musician. He's played drums in Beck's band and a host of others.

Ben studied music production at Point Blank and went on to become A&R manager at Island Records - home to artists including Amy Winehouse, Akon, Florence & The Machine, Bob Marley and many others. Ben signed Tinchy Stryder to the label and is one of many valuable music industry links that Point Blank can offer students.

“Point Blank sorted me out! The online courses are amazing and I cannot recommend them enough. You simply cannot get this level of industry relevant teaching anywhere else.” Dirt Revolver won the Lot49 competition to remix Odissi’s ‘Red Headed Devil Woman’ and has a busy schedule of releases coming up in 2011.

After taking four production courses with Point Blank, Rob Hayes has recently had his track 'Get Up', signed to the influencial Toolroom Record Label and has had the track supported by many top DJs out in Ibiza. His release is featured on the Ibiza 2011 Compilation album which also features artists such as Fedde le Grand, Deadmau5 and Daft Punk. After years of frustration, Rob said: 'The courses really pushed me in the right direction'.

"The course was an invaluable treasure trove of info...with a great tutor giving constant video feedback". Paul has released music on labels including Soulshift, Sa Trincha and Dark Gadgets Recordings.

Winston Ward is an extremely talent singer with a string of hit records. He joined Point Blank to study the Deep & Soulful House Course, which when asked about he described as  "A brilliant course!" Winston has provided session vocals with some big names in the pop, rock and classical world such as Fun Loving Criminals, Meatloaf, Kelly and Ozzie Osbourne, Hayleigh Westenra, and Victoria Wilson James (Soul II Soul) appearing on a number of popular television programs.

Scarlette Fever is definitely a name to watch in the coming months. The dance remixes of current single "What Would You Do?" recently hit the number one spot on the UK Club Breakers chart. With a  promotional tour underway and hectic live schedule to follow things are looking good for this student of the Cubase Beginners & Cubase Intermediate Courses. Watch out for the debut album...coming soon

Hugo moved to London in 1999 from his native New Zealand, immediately immersing himself in the city’s music scene. He has DJ’ed at venues including Herbal, Sosho, Cargo, SE1, Egg, and Platinum Bar and held a monthly residency at the legendary AKA Bar at “The End”. More recently Hugo has shifted his focus to music production and enrolled on the Minimal Tech Logic Course to sharpen his skills. He has releases on Just Deep Music, Avanti and Tenor Recordings - all available now on Beatport

Mike Haddad is a DJ / Producer and label manager at Witty Tunes. Based in Washington DC, the label has put out a string of quality releases which have hit the top 10 on Beatport and won DJ support from the likes of James Zabiela, Darren Emerson and 16 Bit Lolitas. Mike took the Deep & Soulful House Course.

Benjamin is the brains behind New York record label Funk La Planet. Specializing in House and Hip Hop the label has made a name for itself with a series of quality releases featuring the likes of Scott Wozniak, Atomm, Glen Lewis and Filsonik. Their biggest success to date was a remix of  Joyce Simm's "Come Into My Life" which hit  no.5 hit on the Billboard Dance Chart. Benjamin took the Minimal Tech Logic course.