Damian Harris, the founder of influential UK dance label Skint is returning as Creative Director.
The news of his return was announced today (March 6) by BMG, Skint’s owner since 2014, adding that his first move in the new role will be a rebrand of the label.
Harris led the influential dance imprint from 1995 until 2006, which during that time released music by the likes of Fatboy Slim, Bentley Rhythm Ace and Xpress 2.
Since taking a music industry hiatus, Harris has been involved in various other ventures, including the Michelin starred The Sportsman restaurant, writing for Noble Rot magazine, The Tuesday Club football podcast and the world of animation with Zebra Face.
In recent years, the label has continued its focus on modern electronic music with signings such as Maya Jane Coles, Hercules & Love Affair and PBR Streetgang.
“Bringing Damian back into the fold felt like a no brainer. BMG has offered Skint a new energy and who better to harness that energy creatively than the man who started it.”
Matt King, Skint
Label Manager Matt King said: “Bringing Damian back into the fold felt like a no brainer.
“BMG has offered Skint a new energy and who better to harness that energy creatively than the man who started it.
“A bit of back & forth, lining up agendas and we were swift to ascertain we’d made the right decision. Here’s to the next Twenty Um… something years”.
“The industry may have changed enormously since I’ve been away but ultimately a great record is still a great record and I look forward to putting some out again.”
Damian Harris
Harris added: “I have to admit it does feel a bit weird to be going back to Skint after all this time my overriding feeling is one of excitement. After 10 years out of the game I feel revived, refreshed and free of all cynicism.
“The industry may have changed enormously since I’ve been away but ultimately a great record is still a great record and I look forward to putting some out again.
“I’m disappointed with myself that I never finished the great Big Beat novel but I will continue to chip away at.”
Pictured [Left-Right]: Matt King (Label Manager), Cat Cook (Product Manager) and Damian Harris (Creative Director).Music Business Worldwide
