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United Kingdom Anton Powers is a distinguished British DJ, record producer, and radio presenter known for his global musical contributions and significant roles within the music industry.
Anton Powers was named Head of A&R at Sony Music-owned Ministry of Sound Records in London, reflecting his executive role in identifying and developing talent for the label.
Anton Powers joined the KISS Network to launch a series of new weekend shows across their platform, expanding his presence as a radio presenter.
Anton Powers held the position of A&R Manager at Warner Music Group, indicating his involvement in artist and repertoire development for the major record label.
Anton Powers, born on August 30, 1981, in Liverpool, England, embarked on his musical journey in 2001. He commenced his career by securing a slot at Juice FM, subsequently transitioning to Radio City 96.7 in 2011, and later to Capital FM in 2015. During the 2000s, Powers co-founded the group Cahill with Tim Condran and Scott Rosser. This trio gained recognition for their original releases and extensive remix work. Cahill released singles such as “Trippin’ on You” in 2007 and “Sex Shooter” in 2009, in addition to crafting official remixes for a diverse range of prominent artists, including Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Kylie Minogue, Nicole Scherzinger, Ellie Goulding, Selena Gomez, Olly Murs, and Mariah Carey. His early experiences in radio and his work with Cahill established a foundation for his subsequent achievements within the electronic dance music genre.
Powers’ career advanced significantly with his solo and collaborative projects. In 2015, he collaborated with Philip George on the single “Alone No More,” which achieved commercial success, peaking at No. 4 on the UK Singles Chart and later earning gold status in the UK by April 2017. He continued to release new music, including “Love You Better” in 2016 and “Baby,” featuring Pixie Lott, in 2017. “Baby” saw its debut live performance during the final of the sixth series of The Voice UK on April 1, 2017, and later received Silver certification. Beyond his creative output, Powers has held influential positions within music administration. He served as the Head of A&R for 3 Beat Productions, a label that includes artists such as Sigma, Kungs, Fuse ODG, Philip George, and Pixie Lott, where he was instrumental in signing talent and releasing successful singles. His strategic insights also contributed to his role at Warner Music UK in 2022, where he secured the rights to “Afraid to Feel” by LF System and “B.O.T.A (Badddest Of Them All)” by Eliza Rose and Interplanetary Criminal, both achieving top positions on the Official Singles Chart Top 100 on August 25, 2022.
Anton Powers’ influence extends to live performances at major international events, including Creamfields, Tomorrowland, Amnesia, Ruby Skye, and Zero Gravity. His consistent contributions to the dance music scene led to him being voted Liverpool DJ of the Year by the Liverpool Echo in 2009, 2010, and 2012, and by the Liverpool City Council in 2013. He has also established a presence in radio broadcasting, hosting weekend shows across the KISS Network. His extensive discography includes numerous singles and remixes, demonstrating his consistent artistic output and adaptability across various facets of the music industry. His recent releases include “Just the Way It Is (feat. Lisa Moorish)” in 2024 and “Lovin'” in 2023, maintaining his presence in contemporary music production.
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