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In conversation with Patrick Osei – founder of Hot Money Studios Ltd

Published

4 years ago

March 16, 2021

We’re talking to Hot Money Studios Ltd founder and producer Patrick Osei. Hot Money Studios have helped launch the career of some of the UK’s biggest urban music acts over the last decade.

How long has Hot Money Studios Ltd been around for?

I launched Hot Money Studios Ltd in 2008 and the next year we moved into Atomic Studios and we’re now based in Hackney Wick, East London.

You had a lot of success as an artist with hits like 2002’s Stomp, Glitch and Deep Down. You also collaborated with The Streets and were nominated for numerous awards. How did you go from there to owning and running a studio that has become a hot bed for emerging artists?

I knew that there was a real lack of quality studio space for emerging underground artists. There was nowhere for them to learn and grow as artists in a professional environment. I wanted to be able to educate artists on the entire recording process and empower them so that they could reach their potential. That’s exactly what Hot Money Studios is – a place to create, grow and learn.

It obviously works as your client list is outstanding.

Yes, Stormzy, Stefflon Don, Krept and Konan, Ard Adz, Paigey Cakey have all spent time working at Hot Money Studios. We’ve worked with Aggro Santos, Esmee Denters, Rose Benson, Alicia Renee, Jay Sean and DJ Poet from the Black Eyed Peas.

What do you put Hot Money Studios success down to?

It’s not one thing. It’s hard work. It’s a dedication to music and a dedication to the clients I work with. I think that a lot of it comes down to your starting point – I’ve never viewed Hot Money Studios as an extension of me or something to stroke my own ego with, what we create is what’s important and I think that artists recognise and appreciate that.

Hot Money Studios is not just a studio or where I work, it’s bigger than me – it is a philosophy, a creative movement and somewhere that nurtures talent.

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Coco Glow Redefines Success on Natalie Massaro Terms

Published

8 hours ago

November 23, 2024

Michelle Langton

The American Dream whispers promises of opportunity, but for first-generation children, it can also carry a heavy weight of expectation. Natalie Massaro, the visionary behind Coco Glow, knows this firsthand. “There was an unspoken pressure to succeed,” Natalie explains. “Failure wasn’t an option.” This fueled a relentless work ethic in her – juggling two jobs while in school, a constant drive to excel that burned brightly within her.

This drive initially led the SheEO down a traditional path. But a different passion, simmering beneath the surface, tugged at her – a love for beauty and skincare. Stemming from her own experiences navigating body image as a woman with curves in a world often fixated on a single standard of beauty, Natalie knew there was a different narrative to be told.

It was a leap of faith, fueled by unwavering determination, which led Natalie to trade in the traditional path for entrepreneurship. in 2019, Coco Glow was born out of her Jersey Shore apartment. Today she has a staff of talented contour artists and is currently expanding into a second location. The recent introduction of teeth whitening hints at a future where Coco Glow offers a complete canvas for radiant beauty.

“Always find your why,” is Natalie’s mantra. Inspired by her parents’ unwavering work ethic, a constant reminder that “no one can fail if you are consistently showing up every day,” Natalie poured her heart and soul into Coco Glow. Entrepreneurship, it seems, runs in her blood. Her father’s success was a testament to the power of hard work and dedication, values that now echo in Coco Glow’s leadership. Her commitment to exceptional service is a direct reflection of the “show up every day” mindset.

A testament to the American Dream – reimagined for a new generation. It’s about defying expectations, forging your own path, and leaving your mark. It’s about finding your “why” and turning it into something beautiful, one sun-kissed client at a time. And witnessing the boost of confidence in each client who walks out the door is its own reward.

“Every client is understood, their wants and needs are adjusted to – your spray tan is the easiest part of your day” – perfectly represents her client-centric approach.

Experience Natalie’s artistic touch and the Coco Glow team help you feel radiant from the inside out. Visit their storefront Shrewsbury, New Jersey, or call (732) 362-7890. Stay updated on their latest creations and explore their offerings at https://cocoglowairbrush.com.