Neil O’Brien Entertainment launches Motion Agency

UK-based independent agency Neil O’Brien Entertainment has announced the launch of a new subsidiary, Motion Agency.

Based at the company offices in Soho, London, Motion will launch in March with an initial roster of 25 artists including Ocean Colour Scene, Public Image Limited, Cast, The Fratellis, Alabama 3, Spin Doctors, Sleeper, Echobelly, The View, Stereo MC’s, Incognito, Huey Morgan, The Twang, The Enemy and Roachford.

The spin-off division will also represent emerging acts Toby Lee, Pastel, Shambolics, Pistol Daisies and The Jacques.

“I formed my company in 2007 so will be celebrating 18 years as a 100% owned independent this year and I have always been proud of the range of artists I have had the good fortune to work with,” says MD Neil O’Brien. “Over the last few years, the company has gone from strength to strength incorporating some incredible agents into what I do and signing some truly great artists. It felt like the right time to create a home where these artists are given the right attention and exposure.

“It is an opportunity to grow a brand dedicated to great rock & roll, soul, funk and rock genres”

“As the company grows, Motion Agency will be committed to continuing to develop artist careers and I am confident the team of myself, Greg Woodcock, Jamie Kelly, Ross Leslie and Sal Ridsdale will be creating a home where our knowledge and understanding of our markets will benefit all of our clients. It is an opportunity to grow a brand dedicated to great rock & roll, soul, funk and rock genres.”

Neil O’Brien Entertainment will continue to represent clients including Joe Bonamassa, Fisherman’s Friends, Beth Hart, Damian Lewis, Dionne Warwick, Lulu, Holly Johnson, Paul Young, PP Arnold, Paul Potts, Bond, Joanne Shaw Taylor, Amy Winehouse Band and Blow Monkeys, among others.

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