Ashley O’Garro
Music Maestro
Ash was raised in Barking and is still a proud resident. He's a DJ, music producer, radio host, label manager and event promoter who has released music on numerous record labels such as The Pop Manifesto (USA), Merge Layers (Italy), RKS (LDN) and Super Kitchen (Bristol). Having DJ'd for over 10 years, his DJ CV includes radio stations such as BBC Radio 1, 1Xtra, Rinse FM, Radar Radio and more.
As a keen follower of the UK music scene and being from the 'Grime Kid' generation, Ash has been producing music for artists since he was at school. He started his record label a few years ago as a platform to release his own material and he has now begun expanding his portfolio into other creative areas such as creative advertising and podcasts/streaming.
Ash is passionate about music and radio because he simply loves it! The whole process from start to finish, whether it be a song or a radio show. He enjoys seeing and being involved with people expressing their creativity. Growing up, music was always on Ash’s mind, as it allowed his friends and him to express themselves, which probably helped keep them out of trouble! There aren't many places that are the equivalent of the youth clubs we had back then, so Ash is also keen to provide a haven where young people can express themselves and have fun.