Industry Takeover Series: Intro to Mixing and Mastering with Chris Layton

Chris Layton is back, this time learn how to mix and master your own music with techniques you can use in any DAW...

THE INDUSTRY TAKEOVER SERIES IS BACK FOR 2026!

Join us at Talent House for a new season of workshops, live shows, seminars and conversations.

Chris Layton is back, this time with an Introduction to Mixing and Mastering Workshop.
The session will cover:

• Mix prep

• Gain staging

• Balancing instruments and vocals

• Dealing with frequency masking

• Using effects to enhance songs

• How to get your mix loud without distorting

Born and raised in London, Chris began writing songs around 10 years old and moved into music production and engineering in his late teens. Working as a play worker in Lambeth in adventure playgrounds from 2008 - 2016, Chris took the initiative to set up studio workshops and mentoring for young people interested in music before moving into music full-time, working from his own studio as well as freelancing at multiple high end studios in London. Over the years, he’s worked with artists in a wide range of genres, both independent and on major labels - including Island, Sony, Atlantic, Disturbing London, Universal & many more - co-written and engineered vocals on a platinum selling single, a gold album, and multiple UK number one albums.

Chris loves to collaborate with passionate people who enjoy thinking outside the box and like to take risks. He keep updated with the latest techniques and trends and strives to always put his best foot forward. Chris prides himself on providing artists with the safest and most welcoming space for them to express their creativity. Artists he's worked with include Wretch 32, Avelino, Switch OTR, Suspect, DJ Spinall, Kranium, Teni, Big Zuu, Ray Blk, Ivorian Doll, Miss La Familia, Yungen, Big Narstie, Fleur East, Jade (Little Mix), Max George (The Wanted) & Oritse (JLS).

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE

• Wednesday 10th June, doors from 6.30pm, event starts 7pm.
• Talent House, 3 Sugar House Lane, London E15 2QS.
• Tickets £10 (or £5 for UD Creator Members, see below)

ABOUT: INDUSTRY TAKEOVER SERIES

Since its launch in 2009, our Industry Takeover Series has built a reputation for offering an unrivalled programme of professional development, entertainment, education and networking opportunities to hundreds of industry-minded hopefuls.

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UD's new Creator Membership Programme gives artists, producers, engineers and songwriters the space, tools and community they need to grow.

A focused membership for emerging artists & music makers building their catalogue, audience and career. Gain access to industry-standard studios, develop your skills through workshops and writing camps, and connect with a community of next-generation talent - all under one roof.

Membership includes:

• 16 hours per month in UD’s professional recording studios
• Free co-working hub access - connect, collaborate and create
• Priority access to quarterly songwriting camp
• Priority bi-monthly access to EAR (Emerging Artist Residency) Programme offering 3 additional days of free studio time to record and mix a single.
• Exclusive savings and complimentary access to the Industry Takeover Series:
  Seminars > free (saving £5), Showcases > free (saving £10), Workshops > £5 (saving £5 per session).
• Community networking events
• Monthly member-only newsletter including opportunities and bespoke guides.
  

We’re opening a limited number of Founding Memberships — available to just 20 people.

In additon to the above benefits, Founding Members will receive:

• Free access to UD’s flagship Industry Takeover All Dayer on Friday 12th June at Rich Mix - saving over £15 on a ticket, with 15+ events available to attend on the day.
• Exclusive opportunity to save £15 on a VIP ticket for Industry Takeover All Dayer (standard price £30) on 12th June, granting you exclusive 121 access and sit-down sessions with leading music industry professionals.
• Recognition as part of UD’s first Creator Membership cohort, featured on a dedicated page on UD’s website and across social media content.

Join a small cohort of creators working seriously on their music, with access to support, community and opportunities through UD and Talent House.

Email members@udmusic.org to take the next step towards a more creative future.

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