Music & Culture Producer

Salford based producer creating music projects that celebrate the artists and creative communities shaping the region’s sound.

Her work spans documentary storytelling, live productions, launch events, award ceremomies and cultural collaborations, always with a focus on the real stories behind the music.

Highlights:

  • Manchester: Unplugged | 99,000+ viewers

  • Haçienda 40 livestream | watched live by thousands

  • Peter Hook & The Light fundraiser | £18,000 raised

  • Northern Music Awards | Concept Producer

Manchester: Unplugged.

Creator & Producer

Manchester: Unplugged is a cinematic music documentary series exploring the stories behind songs born in Manchester.

Created and produced by Laura Graham, each short film pairs an honest artist conversation with an intimate reimagined performance, filmed in venues and creative spaces that resonate with the music. The series celebrates the craft behind songwriting while shining a light on the people, places and influences that shape the city’s sound.

The series spans genres and generations of Manchester artists, with episodes featuring indie favourites The Covasettes, house music pioneers K-Klass, rapper and producer FREEQUENCY3, and rising artist SALO. Each film explores the inspiration, challenges and personal turning points behind the song, offering artists the space to reflect on their creative journey.

Since launching, Manchester: Unplugged has reached almost 100,000 viewers on YouTube, attracting strong support from artists and audiences alike. The series has also received glowing press coverage, including a standout review from Honorary Manc, which described the project as “a love letter to a city whose music continues to shape culture far beyond its streets.”

Northern Music Awards

Concept Producer

Laura was the Concept Producer for the inaugural Nordoff & Robbins Northern Music Awards in Manchester, she managed and shaped the format and all award categories, securing sponsorship and industry partnerships, assembling the judging panel, and booking artists and presenters.

The awards honored major Northern artists, with winners including Louis Tomlinson (Artist of the Year), The Courteeners (Band of the Year), and The K's (Breakthrough Act of the Year). It highlighted local icons like Lisa Stansfield and Tim Burgess. The event also shone a spotlight on local venues and made a significant impact - by raising the profile of the charity in the region and strengthening the North’s musical identity.

StreamGM

Co-Founder & Producer

StreamGM is an independent Manchester-based music and culture platform showcasing the region’s artists, venues and nightlife through livestreamed events, documentary content and original music sessions.

As co-founder and producer, Laura develops and delivers the platform’s creative output, producing live broadcasts, filmed performances and special projects while also managing the day-to-day communications and promotion of the platform.

Notable productions include the Haçienda 40th anniversary broadcast, streamed live to thousands from an underground car park, alongside major livestream events such as Suffragette City, She’s In Control, and Sprechen Records’ 10th Birthday, celebrating Manchester’s club culture and grassroots music scene.

Through these productions, StreamGM provides a digital stage for both established and emerging artists while documenting the energy and creativity of Manchester’s nightlife community.

An Evening of Music & Conversation with Peter Hook & The Light

Producer

Laura produced a special one-night fundraising event with Peter Hook & The Light at Manchester’s legendary Star & Garter, bringing together music fans for an intimate evening of conversation and live performance.

The event was designed to shine a light on mental health challenges within the music industry while raising funds for the charity Shout UK, the UK’s free 24/7 mental health text support service.

The evening featured a candid Q&A with Peter Hook reflecting on his extraordinary musical journey, followed by a rare live performance with his band The Light in one of Manchester’s most beloved grassroots venues.

Tickets were allocated via a charity ballot, with overwhelming demand from fans across the UK. The event ultimately raised £18,000 for Shout UK, demonstrating the power of music to bring communities together and support meaningful change.

Beyond The Music Building Partnerships Session

Producer

Laura produced a industry session for music & mental health social enterprise, Headstock, as part of the annual ‘Beyond The Music’ conference at Aviva Studios.

Hosted by BBC6 Music’s Chris Hawkins, the event extensively focused on Headstock’s past projects as well as its ambitious future plans, placing a strong emphasis on the undeniable value of partnerships within the industry.

Attendees had the opportunity to hear the inspirational story of rising star OneDa, who shared her journey and experiences.

Global Tech House Giants Solardo | The Drop

Producer

The Drop was a one off event on providing a ‘feel good rave’ experience - combining uplifting house music with a meaningful emphasis on mental health awareness.

The Drop was held in The Yard Mcr on World Mental Health Day, with rousing, endorphin-pumping sets from talented artists Shimrise and the headlining duo Solardo. Full story here.