<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?>
<rss version="2.0"
					xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"
					xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/"
				  >
<channel>
<title><![CDATA[Point Blank Online News]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/rss.xml</link>
<description><![CDATA[Test description]]></description>
<image><title><![CDATA[Point Blank Online News]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/rss.xml</link>
<url>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/content/podcasts/PB-Online-podcasts.jpg</url>
</image>
<language>en-us</language>
<pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:11:27 +0000</pubDate>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Rumers Drummer at Sound Engineering Course]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/rumers-drummer-at-sound-engineering-course.php</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Recently, we managed to catch up with top session drummer Richard Mark Angelo , and heard what he had to say about Point Blank&rsquo;s Sound Engineering course, and working with Brit Award nominated artist Rumer , on her debut album. Richard, sang the praises of Rumer, and her producer; Steve Brown, who he was particularly impressed with. For Richard, Steve&rsquo;s ability to combine cutting edge recording technology with an old school recording technique, came as a refreshing break from the clean cut, ultra polished feel of modern recording nowadays. What&rsquo;s more surprising, as Richard highlights, is that Rumer&rsquo;s was the first album Steve had ever made. This achievement was extra important, as it also went on to sell 500,000 copies and earned Rumer her Brit nomination. Not bad for a first attempt! Richard also supports the fact that here at Point Blank, we try to give our students an education based in practical, authentic, industry focused experience and knowledge. This is something that is heavily endorsed in our Sound Engineering course, where students are invited to a real recording session at Miloco Studios and get the chance to take part in setting up microphones and being genuinely involved in the recording process overall. This kind of hands on learning is something we cannot emphasise enough as being key to an aspiring sound engineer&rsquo;s career. To find out more about our drum sessions at Miloco Studios, watch the video below: To find out more about Point Blank&rsquo;s Sound Engineering course click here ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Soundcloud Workshop - Optimizing Your Social Network Marketing]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/soundcloud-workshop---optimizing-your-social-network-marketing.php</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ We recently held an in-depth workshop with Soundcloud &rsquo;s David Adams, who shared his expertise and debated the best ways to optimize the marketing of your music and broaden your net appeal via the groundbreaking social media platform that has now engulfed previous sites such as Myspace. In the video below, you can catch up on some of the points highlighted in the session and pick up just a few of the helpful techniques that David and the group discussed. Remember to keep checking the News section and Point Blank Blog to remain up-to-date with what sessions we have marked in the calendar and what special guests will be joining us at the college. Join our Facebook page or follow us on Twitter to keep up-to-date with the latest masterclasses here at Point Blank. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Pioneer Equipment Discount for Students]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/pioneer-equipment-discount-for-students.php</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Have you just started a new course at Point Blank and need to invest in some new equipment or looking to upgrade your old gear? As part of our ongoing partnership with Pioneer , the cutting edge music production and DJ equipment developer, we can announce that students, who purchase any Pioneer products from West End DJ , will qualify for a 5% discount! Get in touch with us via our contact details to find out more. Join our Facebook page or follow us on twitter to keep up to date with all of our special offers and discounts with big name brands. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Point Blank Student Wins 'Best DJ' Award ]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/point-blank-student-wins-best-dj-award-.php</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ We are very proud to report that one of our students, Bassem Ayoub has recently won an award for his excellent Hip-Hop Radio show on Free Radio 95.7fm . Bassem, better known as Mr. B presents the three hour long Hip-Hop show on the number one radio station broadcasting in Sierra Leone, and for that, he has been rewarded by Lake Heroes as &lsquo;The Best Hip-Hop DJ of 2011&rsquo; at a ceremony hosted at the National Stadium in Freetown. On accepting his award, Bessem had this to say; &ldquo;I am honoured to achieve this award in recognition of the major part I played to bring hip-hop to Sierra Leone. I want to dedicate this award to my fans, my family, for been there for me and also my friends&rdquo;. Mr. B is currently undertaking a year long course with us here at Point Blank London , and we expect him to go on to achieve a lot more success with his show and retain his coveted title at next years awards. Congratulations Mr. B from everyone here at Point Blank! If you want to learn how to be a top radio DJ, then check out our Radio Production course , or alternatively you can also find out more about our hip-hop course here . ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Point Blank Student DJ's Space with Carl Cox]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/point-blank-student-djs-space-with-carl-cox.php</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ As always, here at Point Blank we are always more than happy to boast about our former students and their current musical exploits to no end. This time we have really got something to rave on at you about. Former student Nicole Moudaber has been hitting the Ibiza circuit playing with the none other than Carl Cox in the multi-award winning club that is Space . She has also gained residency on the island at Church On Sundays. Moudaber, with her rich cultural mix, broke onto the Ibiza scene with her roots cast back via Nigeria, Lebanon, New York and London, and has been mesmerizing the huge crowds at the biggest and best clubs out there with her electronic beats for a number of years. Carl Cox called her &lsquo;the Most Underrated DJ of 2009&rsquo; and said: &ldquo;I&#39;ve been following her career for the last three years &ndash; her productions and DJing amazing.&rdquo; While distinctly dark and driving, her sets blend deep techno with groovier rhythms perfect for main room dance floor action. You can check out her sets, DJing alongside Mr. Cox in the video below: Take a look at our selection of DJ courses for the chance to learn how to spin like Nicole or just brush up on the latest ticks and technology. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Ashley Beedle Masterclass - Hosted By Danny Lewis]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/ashley-beedle-masterclass---hosted-by-danny-lewis.php</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ We are hugely excited to announce that world famous DJ and producer; Ashley Beedle will be presenting an exclusive masterclass for Point Blank students on Wednesday 13 th April . The session will be hosted by our very own Danny Lewis at 1pm (GMT) , and will focus on exploring Beedle&rsquo;s extraordinary career in the music business, and will no doubt shine light upon the plethora of influential projects he has been involved in over the last three decades. The masterclass will also be broadcast live, via our stream channel and will be available for anybody who wants to watch it. This means that those of you who currently do not study at Point Blank School, or those students who cannot make it to the London college, won&rsquo;t miss what promises to be one of the best sessions Point Blank has to offer this year. The masterclass is taking place on Wednesday 13 th April 2011 at 1pm. Students should get in touch via emai l or telephone to confirm their attendance. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Former Student Spins BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/former-student-spins-bbc-radio-1-essential-mix.php</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ In exciting news, former Point Blank student Gareth Wyn was recently invited to host one of BBC Radio 1&#39;s legendary essential mixes. The mix included some true bangers including; Afrojack v Tocadisco - Tequila Sunrise, Chris Schweizer - Vitality (Sergio Maldonado Remix), and Boys Don&#39;t Dance - Monsetta and can be heard below: Added to his production credentials - he has remixed two Beyonce singles &lsquo;Broken Hearted Girl&rsquo; and &lsquo;Video Phone&rsquo; for Sony, a Leona Lewis single, BT&rsquo;s &lsquo;Flaming June&rsquo; (signed to Tiesto&rsquo;s Blackhole label), as well as remixes for The Gossip, Junkie XL and Duffy - and we are talking about a serious new talent. The man himself also had some words to share about his experience here at Point Blank having completed both Production and Engineering diplomas. He said of the Music Production Diploma that; "This was the course that brought everything together for me and gave me the kick start I needed". ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Watch Danny Rampling's Industry Masterclass Online NOW]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/watch-danny-ramplings-industry-masterclass-online-now.php</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Legendary DJ Danny Rampling rolled up on Point Blank yesterday to deliver not one but TWO FREE masterclasses, both of which went down a storm and were thoroughly inspiring! Danny focused on talking about how to succeed in the music industry to celebrate the launch of his great new book titled &lsquo;Everything you Need to Know About DJing and Success&rsquo; . To make sure everybody had a chance to learn from Danny&rsquo;s session we streamed the lectures through our Livestream channel so there was no excuse of missing out, even if you cannot make it to the studios. If by some chance, you did happen to miss the session being aired live, or you wish to view the masterclass again; you can replay the recorded version again, by visiting our Livestream channel , or watch the highlights in the player above. The masterclass was a great way to pick up some tips from an artist who has seen it all whilst being able to check out the Point Blank studios if you haven&rsquo;t yet been. We try to make these masterclasses as regular as possible (at least once a term), so look out for more from big names in the near future! This was the first masterclass we have ever streamed through our Livestream channel. And it was a huge success, sharing knowledge to the furthest flung corners of the globe! Head to: livestream.com/pointblankonline to catch the action. Lastly a very big thank you to Danny for taking the time to come in and answer the multitude of questions fired at him and hopefully inspiring a new generation of top DJs! ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Point Blank School Featured in Music Tech Magazine]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/point-blank-school-featured-in-music-tech-magazine.php</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ We were hounored to be one of the schools featured in the &#39;Education Explained&#39; feature in the latest issue of Music Tech Magazine. Go grab a copy to read the full article or if you are a student, pop into the office where you can browse our selection of all the major music industry mags. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[800MB of Free Loops and Samples from Original Music ]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/800mb-of-free-loops-and-samples-from-original-music-.php</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Original Music have approached us with a huge package of free samples and loops for our students. They are giving away their Offbeats &amp; Accents sample pack worth &pound;19.95 ! Included in the 800MB pack is 64x Wav Loops, 64x REX2 Loops, 64x SD2 Slices, 64x Aiff Slices, 64x Apple Loops, 64x MIDI files, 64x sets of 6 multi track files &amp; &#39;Battery Drum Kit&#39;. All 100% royalty free! This pack has been added to the free content section of our website, already bulging with samples from the likes of Sample Magic and Point Blank&#39;s own crack team of pro producers . You can grab all the samples here . Original Music have also offered a special 50% discount to Point Blank students and readers of this post - the discount is open for the first 50 people that purchase something from www.original-music.co.uk entering the code R5VXN49I before September 2011. How about that for a help hand in beefing up your sample library? Thanks guys! ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Island Records Artist Seeking DJ for Live Tour]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/island-records-artist-seeking-dj-for-live-tour.php</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 18 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The super-talented Josh Osho, fresh from signing with Island Records , is seeking someone who can scratch, play an MPC and trigger samples from a laptop as an added element to his live set up which currently consists of him and his guitar plus another guitarist. The studio producers of the album will be fully available to help put the sounds and samples together and be part of all the rehearsals. Mixes are ready to start the set up including one by Wu Tang&#39;s Ghostface Killah . Gigs are planned for end of March 2011. If all goes well then all the usual TV and radio sessions will be part of the gig (&ldquo;Later&rdquo; is an obvious target) and it will be a proper fee paying arrangement. When they go to the next level of the live plot then you could well end up in the full band line up. If you think you fit the bill please send an email titled &ldquo;Josh Osho DJ&rdquo; to work@pointblanklondon.com and remember to include links to examples of your music and scratching skills. Point Blank is committed to providing you with great opportunities such as this in the music industry. To find out more about our industry connections head to our music industry jobs section. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Upcoming Music Industry Masterclasses at Point Blank]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/upcoming-music-industry-masterclasses-at-point-blank.php</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ We have news of two masterclasses taking place in the Point Blank studios in the next few weeks. The first will be presented by our friends from SoundCloud . This website has seen incredible growth in users over the last few years and has become the preferred hub for many musicians to host their own music, discover new artists and share feedback. Part of the reason for its success is the intuitive way they have embraced the intertwining nature of social networks. This masterclass will demonstrate you how you can fully harness SoundCloud&rsquo;s potential for promoting your music online to make sure you reach as many corners of the web as possible. It will be taking place on Wednesday 23 rd February at 1pm and is open to Point Blank students only. For the second we are very excited to welcome legendary DJ Danny Rampling (pictured above). Along with the likes of Paul Oakenfold and Nicky Holloway, Danny is credited as one of the group of DJs who brought the Balearic rave scene back to these shores from Ibiza in 1987. Since then his career has gone from strength to strength having promoted his own seminal night &lsquo;Shoom&rsquo; before going on to hold down long-running prime time slots on Kiss FM and BBC Radio 1, as well as remix many UK and international artists. Danny will visiting on Wednesday 16 th March giving two masterclasses about succeeding in the music industry followed by a chance to ask him your own questions. One at 1-2pm will be open to Point Blank students only, and one at 2.30-3.30pm will be open to anyone. Places are strictly limited for all the masterclasses and allocated on a first come first serve basis, so please get in touch with david@pointblanklondon.com ASAP to book yours. We highly reccomend you check out out Danny&#39;s great new book &lsquo;Everything you Need to Know About DJing and Success&rsquo;, which basically does what it says on the tin! ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Point Blank Seminars at MusicConnex Conference 2011 ]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/point-blank-seminars-at-musicconnex-conference-2011-.php</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Whether you&rsquo;re a DIY bedroom producer or an industry veteran, MusicConnex will encourage and inspire you to develop your skills and broaden your business awareness. The conference &ndash; April 19th-21st - will showcase over 40 session and seminars exploring every aspect of the modern music industry and boasts some of the leading figures in the business, as well as a host of the newest, most exciting, emerging talent. Some of the companies getting involved with the event include EMI, Youtube, Spotify, MTV, and Soundcloud. And we are excited to announce two seminars that Point Blank will be directly participating in. - A live online music production masterclass with head of course development at Point Blank, Danny J Lewis (Defected, Enzyme Black) - Also Managing Director Jules Brookes will join a panel to discuss the role of music education establishments in the music industry With other seminar titles including; How to get signed, How to maximise Social Networks, Digital Retail, Production, and New Platforms, this is an event not to be missed if you are serious about a career in the music industry! And not only this, Point Blank students can get themselves to the event for a discount price of &pound;49! To get this special discount simply visit musicconnex.co.uk and enter the following code when purchasing: PBLANKDEAL1 ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[£200 discount when you book a Weekend DJ Package in Feb!]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/200-discount-when-you-book-a-weekend-dj-package-in-feb.php</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Point Blank has been named "Best DJ School" for six consecutive years by DJ Magazine. We are offering you a fantastic discount if you book a weekend course during the month of February 2011. The full course is split into two parts, which can be taken as a pair or individually. You will learn everything you need to know; from setting up your equipment, to beat matching, and lots more. The first weekend is a crash beginners course; a great way to pick up the basics of mixing in double quick time! Part two is a more intermediate level and teaches students how to add some creative flair to their mixing abilities, how to work the dancefloor as well as how record and edit your own mixes. The classes are taught by a pro DJ with over 15 years experience in the industry and the small class sizes create a very intimate learning experience. You will be provided with your own workstation, set-up and have all the best equipment available at your disposal. The special offer comprises of &pound;50 off each weekend course that is booked before Feb 28th . If you combine both weekend courses you get a total of &pound;200 off the normal price! All musical styles are welcome, so bring your tunes and lets get our groove on! For full details check out the DJ weekend course page. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Your Opportunity to Gain Experience in the Music Industry]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/your-opportunity-to-gain-experience-in-the-music-industry.php</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ An exciting opportunity has arisen for you to gain some experience at a growing record label, Needwant . They release the excellent Future Disco compilation series and are home to artists such as Kaine, The Revenge, Kathy Diamond, Sean Brosnan, Massimiliano Pagliaria, The Project Club and Mario Basanov. They approached us see if there are any Point Blank students out there who would be up for the challenge. Head to our Music Industry Jobs page to find out more about the job and how to apply. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Student Wins LOT49 Remix Competition]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/student-wins-lot49-remix-competition.php</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Point Blank student Dirt Revolver has won the Lot49 competition to remix Odissi &ndash; &#39;Red Headed Devil Woman&#39;. His driving electro re-work is fantastically produced with some great build-ups and explosive drops&hellip; a peak-time bomb, sure to destroy any dancefloor that cares to get in its way! Take a listen for yourself below: It will be featured on the Lot49 Anniversary Compilation and will be released in the single package along with the two runners up March 2011! Congratulations to him, we are always proud to hear about our students making waves in the music industry. This is what Dirt Revolver had to say about how Point Blank has contributed to his production career so far. "Point Blank sorted me out! I&#39;ve been producing my own music for a number of years whilst working full time. After entering the Lot 49 Competition first time round in November 2009 and not getting anywhere in that, it inspired me to go back to college and brush up on my studio skills. I took the Mixing &amp; Mastering Course, and two online courses &ndash; Electro house &amp; Dubstep. The mixing course consolidated a lot of woolly knowledge that I already had, but brought me right up to date with current software, production techniques and the small class size was great also allowing more time per student. It was really enjoyable going into the college twice a week and mingling with the staff and other students in a very friendly environment." Watch out for more releases in the pipeline from this talented producer in 2011. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Danny Rampling to Give Music Industry Masterclass in 2011]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/danny-rampling-to-give-music-industry-masterclass-in-2011.php</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Danny Rampling has been a mainstay of the UK dance music scene pretty much from day one. Along with Paul Oakenfold and Nicky Holloway, he is credited as one of the group of DJs who brought the Balearic rave scene back to these shores from Ibiza in 1987. Since then his DJ and production career has gone from strength to strength having promoted his own seminal night &lsquo; Shoom &rsquo; before going on to hold down prime time slots on Kiss FM and Radio 1 , as well as remix many UK and international artists. So we were absolutely delighted to hear that Danny has endorsed Point Blank in his book, &lsquo;Everything you Need to Know About DJing and Success&rsquo; . He said &ldquo;Point Blank is one of the best-known and authoritative DJ and music production audio schools in the UK&rdquo;. The book is not only a comprehensive guide to the technical aspects of DJing but also how to achieve success from a business and psychological perspective, whatever your chosen life path may be. It is an inspiring read and will undoubtedly give you the know-how and confidence to make that progression from bedroom DJ to professional. We highly recommend you pick up a copy available at almost half price here . Watch Danny talking about his book in the video below: We are also very excited to announce that Danny will be giving an live online music industry masterclass in March 2011 through our Livestream channel, so keep your eyes peeled for more news on that. ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Point Blank London Looks Back at Another Stellar Year of Music]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/point-blank-london-looks-back-at-another-stellar-year-of-music.php</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ 2010 has been yet another great year for the UK Music Industry. For Point Blank London, 2010 has been a year of forging closer relationships with the music industry, both in the UK and globally and of continued growth of their Online School which saw a staggering 50% increase in size with more than 2000 students studying with Point Blank online throughout the year. With 2011 set to be even bigger and better, the team take a moment to reflect on certain noteworthy highlights of 2010. Globally, Point Blank Online now has students from over 50 different countries, with their Online School offering more than 100 courses available throughout the year. This service is giving students from far-reaching corners of the world the opportunity to work with a roll-call of renowned UK industry figures and tap into the magic of that UK sound. Brit Award winner, Paul Epworth pays us a visit At Point Blank&rsquo;s London college site, the industry collaborations continued. The year got off to a bounding start when producer Paul Epworth - still glowing from his Brits&rsquo; win for Florence and the Machine&rsquo;s Lungs Album - gave a guest lecture on how to be a successful music producer. Other guest lecturers during the year included Radio One&rsquo;s Annie Mac, and Beyonce and Leona Lewis remixer - and former Point Blank student - Gareth Wynn to name a few. Throughout this year, Point Blank&rsquo;s Masterclass series has continued to shine. In May, Point Blank tutor Jonny Miller hosted an impressive Production Masterclass at the Rio Music Conference in Brazil. Then in July students were privileged to visit Robbie Williams&rsquo; producer Guy Chambers at his London studio where he held an exclusive Songwriting Masterclass and gave insider tips on how to make that elusive yet significant all-time classic hit. Other Masterclasses have included Kylie and JZ producer Tommy D and producer vocalist and DJ Ben Westbeech (aka Breach). Annie Mac and Tayo getting &#39;gangsta&#39; with the students This year, the vocational strength of Point Blank&rsquo;s courses was proven yet again with former students Des McGouran(aka Detboi) releasing his latest EP on Herve&rsquo;s Cheap Thrills label and DJing all over the world, and Lucy Monkman (aka Monki) starting her daytime show on RINSE FM. And with endorsements from award winning producers Mark Ronson, Louie Vega and DJ Pete Tong amongst others, new students can be confident that their study will be a worthwhile long-term investment. For further information on courses available for 2011 in London check out our course pages. ... or for online courses visit: www.pointblankonline.net ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[Masterclass from Beatles' Sound Engineer ]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/masterclass-from-beatles-sound-engineer-.php</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 10 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ What a Treat! It&#39;s not every day you get to listen to the exploits of a sound engineer who has mixed - in a social as well as technical sense - with Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, George Harrison, Led Zeppelin, Bob Marley and the Wailers, Phil Spector, Stephen Stills, John Martyn, Toots and the Maytals, Chris Blackwell, Nick Drake....I mean, what can you say about a list like that? Richard Digby Smith started his career on January 1st 1970 and is still going strong four decades later so it was no surprise to get to the end of the alloted time for the masterclass to find we had barely scratched the surface of his experiences in the music industry. As a member of Chris Blackwell&#39;s sound engineer team in the 70&#39;s Digby worked a veritable roll call of the great and good in the halycon days of a massively successful music business. How fantastic for Point Blank students to imbibe the vibe as a pre -Christmas lunchtime special. Watch the highlights in the player above. For information about Point Blank&#39;s Music Production and Sound Engineering Diploma click HERE ]]></description>
</item>
<item>
<title><![CDATA[15% Student Discount From Time & Space]]></title>
<link>http://www.pointblanklondon.com/news/15-student-discount-from-time-and-space.php</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Point Blank students qualify for educational discounts on all of the latest software, samples and studio gear. This month we have teamed up with Time &amp; Space - a leading supplier of virtual instruments, software and sample libraries for a special festive offer. You can save 15% off any hardware, mics, virtual instruments and sample libraries at www.timespace.com until 12th December 2010! With leading brands such as as Spectrasonics, Toontrack, Rob Papen, Synthogy and more on offer, you&#39;ll find plenty of inspiration for your style of music! Just enter the following discount code at checkout: BLANKSPACE15 Happy Shopping! ]]></description>
</item>
</channel>
</rss>
