Tutor type: Cross Discipline Tutors

Richard Connell

Joining Metropolis in 2017 as CEO, Connell has taken charge of Europe’s largest independent recording complex. Immediately, he set about returning the studio to what it does best by concentrating on its core business of recording, mixing, and mastering. This has reaped huge rewards and reminded the music business what Metropolis does best: putting the artist first. Always.

Prior to joining Metropolis, Connell spent nearly 30 years working in record labels, both independent and major, from a Parts Assistant at Mushroom Records all the way to Chief Marketing Officer of Sony Music and MD of Epic Records and Associated Labels. Working with artists as diverse as Beyoncé, Bob Dylan, Kasabian, Kings of Leon, One Direction, and the Foo Fighters, his career has been hallmarked by a simple, determined focus on bringing the commercial and the creative together.

Matthew Peters

Matthew Peters, also known as Mad EP, has made significant contributions as a performer and manager in prestigious concert halls worldwide for over three decades. Recently featured at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, Matt began their career while completing a degree in Cello Performance at Northwestern University (USA), becoming the youngest producer of the Chicago Symphony radio broadcasts in history. Notable roles in classical music include serving as the Midwest & West Coast booking agent for Columbia Artists Management and General Manager of the English Symphony Orchestra. Additionally, they manage artists through ABMC Productions. Under the moniker Mad EP, they are acclaimed for blending hip-hop, classical, and electronic music, with performances at festivals like Transmediale (DE) and venues such as the Knitting Factory (US). Matt’s pioneering show, “Tasty Cyanide Radio,” aired on Sub.FM for six years, further establishing their reputation as a music innovator.

Tobias Alexander

Tobias Alexander brings a wealth of experience to his role at ACM, with a rich background in teaching, performance, and studio work. With two undergraduate degrees and a Masters Degree in music, Tobias has honed his craft both in the UK and abroad. Tobias’ drumming prowess has seen them collaborate with renowned artists like Suzi Dian and Soweto Kinch, while touring extensively and supporting acts like the Noisettes and Calvin Harris with their band This Beautiful Thief. Tobias’ studio recordings have even been featured on Sky Films. At ACM, Tobias specialises in drums, performance, hybrid drums, and industry links. Tobias values ACM’s progressive approach, always striving to prepare students for success in the industry. Tobias’s top tips for students emphasise taking musical risks, creating their own opportunities, and actively supporting their peers’ projects, both digitally and in person.

Adam Pain

Adam is a senior lecturer at ACM. They are a graduate of the first LIPA cohort and have built an extensive body of live and studio experience. Adam’s career credits include Musicians Channel TV Presenter (Sky), Production and Mix Engineering for Eva Katzler, Toby Jepson, The Nat Martin Band, Guitar Techniques, Total Guitar and Computer Music (magazines), Media Composer with TV, radio and web credits, and music video production work for a variety of artists, including Myke Gray, Toseland and Skunk Anansie. Adam writes and produces music, creates video content and enjoys photography, art and design.