The name emerges when we were trying to find a meaning for what we were feeling and wanting to transmit - a brand that goes beyond the physical, something pure. Something that could talk for itself but that at the same time its existence is of exquisite meaning. A strong brand that would influence for the vibrations it produces and transmits tranquillity and strong character. An organism that formed himself and is made of extremely positive energy. Balanced, having as principal goal to share avant-garde ideologies through sonic creations. We aim to support and invest in ideas that have their own value because of their natural subjective validation and that hold a strong practical foundation in its conceptualisation.
"Monk - A person that choose an austere lifestyle, collected, away from society. Retired into seclusion."
In this case it is applied in the approach to art/music. We look for originality and for future members that are influenced by their own independent distinct taste and that establish their concepts in their own personal history, research and knowledge.
It all starts around 2012, when a rock/metal band was formed. After playing several gigs and reaching a considerate opening act for a well known band from Portugal, the band splits. Right after, a new alternative rock band formed, introducing electronic elements holds the energy and desire of music composition alive. With strong aspirations to explore other opportunities, cultures and learn further, the path lead us to the United Kingdom.
Originally from Portugal, the collective was founded in United Kingdom in the summer of 2015. The idea was ignited during virtual conversations between the four founders and old time friends - Alexandre Ribeiro, Miguel Esteves, Rafael Teixeira & Vasco Completo. Not going exactly as planned, the collective suffered a turbulent beginning just past the first compilation release in July 2016. Due to distance and lack of communication between the management, the collective ended up on the hands of the two founders and investors that live in the UK.
Listen, we get it.
It is hard to make it by yourself, and yes, we struggled to find out how to produce an effective method of work in a fully subjective industry.
See us as a shortcut for your musical success. This does not literally mean that it is a guarantee for success and will totally depend on the work you are planning to invest in your career and, obviously, on the quality of your message and on the power of your music.
What we promise is unlimited support and clarification on any question you might have on your music career, we promise monthly research techniques of promoting, producing, developing an artist and eventually we give you an opportunity to join our collective development, involving most of the signed artists. We prepare detailed release strategies including press release distribution and social media advertising packages - content for your socials. The artwork is produced on the house and the idea is to follow the concept of your music piece, or your vision for it. We do not count the amount of revisions, as long as you have exactly what you have in mind. We can help you produce instrumentals if you are a rapper or singer, mix and master the records, following our quality stamp. We deal with the boring paperwork and protect your music on your behalf, and can pitch your music to multimedia platforms if you wish. Much more can be done in order to help you reach your success and our goal is to make your music reach the audience that can relate with it and by doing it, help you spread your soul towards unimaginable reaches.
If you wish to join our network and sign with Monkery Collective, just use the contact form below or email or call us direct,
and we will contact you to understand your idea and start developing a plan of work.
#1 - Never forget where you come from.
#2 - Quality over quantity.
#3 - Be confident. Authenticity is what makes an artist.
#4 - It should be simple, not basic.
#5 - Believe in yourself. Supreme self-confidence.
#6 - What matters is the money you need, not the money you wish.
#7 - Love yourself, love the world.
#8 - Stick to your convictions.
#9 - Time is worth more than money.
#10 - Love more fear less.
If you feel that you would fit into our ideology, are dedicated and make original music, we would love to hear from you! We will make sure we consider all interested artists.
Also, if you are not an artist and would like to approach us for collaborations and events, feel free to use the form below.
