Nathan is a digital music pioneer and active professional within the music industry for more than 35 years. Nathan has previously had roles as Head of Jazz at Universal Music UK ( Verve and Bluenote labels), Head of Marketing at Universal NZ, A&R Consultancy at Decca Records and Music Brand Consultancies at Vodafone Global HQ, Marks and Spencer, Diageo, O’Neill Surf Clothing, Naim Audio, Ministry of Sound, Sony Music, Warner Music and EMI.

Founding Director at Innate-Music Ltd a Licensing and Creative Agency and NED roles at SyncVault, Mahogany Media Group ( Mahogany Sessions), Board Advisor, and Assoc Partner at the Global Music Vault.

Email: info@jazzauckland.co.nz

Hudge arrived in Aotearoa from London close to a decade ago. Immersed in the UK capital’s music scene since the late ‘80s, Hudge has stockpiled a deep knowledge and love of music old and new. On arrival in NZ he quickly established himself as a prime mover in Auckland’s music scene with a seven year stint broadcasting on George FM.

As a DJ, Hudge’s career has spanned over 30 years and has played across the globe at many of the world’s best venues and party spots.In 2014 Hudge was part of the team that opened the award winning Auckland venue, Neck of the Woods, where he worked as Promotions and Event Manager. Hudge is also the founder of many promotional and event companies including Friends & Whānau, Propa and London based TI2TB.

Email: info@jazzauckland.co.nz