Music Management Company

Stampede Press is a music management company offering artist consultation that helps musicians get the most out of themselves and the music industry.

Credible and qualified, Stampede Press helps musicians to maximise opportunities. We get it — you want more fans turning up, more merch sales, and to have the music business pay attention and take notice of GREAT artistry. That’s where we come in. Stampede Press is credible, qualified and knows what its like to be a musician… because we’re musicians ourselves with proven track records in the music industry.

With our professional artist management consultation service, we’re here to help you carve out your unique space in the music world, connect with your audience on a deeper level, and make sure your talents don’t just echo in an empty room. Let’s make some noise, get your merchandise into the hands of fans who love what you do, and grab the spotlights GREAT music deserves. With Stampede Press, it’s not just about making music; it’s about making the most of your music industry.

Improve the chances of getting noticed by the music industry and real music fans with credible artist management consultation by Stampede Press.

“If you’re an aspiring musician and want a reality check that can seriously help you navigate the choppy music industry waters, look no further than this. Rob is one of the U.K’s most honest and genuine music business survivors.”

Toby Jepson

Planet Rock / Wayward Sons

Take control of YOUR Music Industry

Does This Sound Like You?

You're serious about your music career

You can't afford to pay out ££££'s

You're feeling overloaded and underwhelmed

You want honesty and authentic guidance

You're ready to implement new strategies

You want to sustain your passion for music

You want to advance your career in the music industry on your terms

You're looking for credible and qualified advice from someone that has a proven track record

"Rob's professional attitude and vast experience makes him an invaluable asset to any musician seeking to break through the noise of the modern music industry. I have found his advice and mentoring to be delivered in a friendly manner while remaining objective and pragmatic."

Dan Baker

Jordan Red

Music Artists We've Worked With:

"We reached out for a consultation to Rob and his willingness to help and transparency was remarkable. He offers you insightful guidance whilst helping you to achieve your goals."

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Maria Rico

Luna Marble

Artist Management Topics Include:

✅ From the top - Solid starting strategies

✅ How to grow your fanbase

✅ Sell more merchandise

✅ Monetising artistry and skills

✅ How to manage a band

✅ Get noticed by the music industry

✅ Develop and sustain your music career

✅ Artist management mentoring and coaching

✅ PR / marketing strategies

✅ Creative and innovative solutions

✅ Social Media management

✅ Music industry education

✅ Burnout: How to avoid it

"Rob is a born survivor, having seen and adapted to all the changes in the music industry over the last 20+ years. He's a true innovator and I can't think of anyone better to advise emerging acts on strategy, growing an audience and formulating realistic and obtainable goals. Rob thinks long term, tells the truth and is not afraid of hard work. Get in touch and see what he can do for you and your music."

Bruce Dickinson

WaterBear - The College Of Music

Access 30+ years experience of music artistry, business and education knowledge. Enjoy your time being a creative artist in the music industry.

This Service Includes:

ZOOM CALL

A great opportunity to fast track your knowledge about crucial music industry and business solutions via a 1-2-1 strategy session with Rob Town (MA).

E-BOOKS

Discover the key methods and techniques Rob uses to run successful client service campaigns with PR, marketing and productivity e-books.

RECOMMENDATIONS

You'll receive a list of resources Rob uses everyday to run his business + recommendations and referrals to reputable music industry experts and organisations.

"It's been a pleasure working with Rob at Stampede Press. His passion for music and genuine care for the bands he represents goes such a long way. He gave us creative ideas that have pushed our social media presence and we are stoked by the results. His knowledge, guidance and communication are second to none."

Joey Draper

South Of Salem

Meet Rob Town

"I'm here to help musicians avoid the scams and common pitfalls I and many others have fallen into. This is an opportunity for you to learn from my mistakes and successes, while thriving more with your passion for music!"

Stampede Press founder Rob 'Bobby' Town is a seasoned music industry professional with a Master's Degree in Music Industry Innovation and Enterprise.

Rob combines his success as a musician and business professional with extensive music industry knowledge. He helps guide musicians successfully through their own careers by delivering quality artist management strategies and mentoring.

Rob's shared stages & worked with

Rob ‘Bobby’ Town has over 30 years experience as a self managed musician and music business professional. As a member of British band Panic Cell; he’s shared stages/toured with Metallica, Alice In Chains, Papa Roach, Alice Cooper, Disturbed, Skindred, Slayer and many more. During this time, and since launching Stampede Press in 2012, Rob has allied with major label artists and breaking bands. He’s been mentored by legacy musicians and music business professionals who’ve been crucial to the success of major artists like Guns N’ Roses, Anthrax, Winger, Little Angels and many more.

Stampede Press has proven itself time and time again to be one of the most credible rock music pr and marketing agency’s in the world. Rob’s mission is to demystify the business of the music industry and empower those choosing to work in it.

Rob graduated as a Master of Art in 2019. He is credited as a Business & Innovation Tutor/Mentor at WaterBear – The College Of Music and continuously helps musicians and artists globally thrive to be happy online whilst navigating the music industry.

Musician & Music Business

Rob has over 30 years experience of being a musician. He's been involved with music business for over 20 years and founded Stampede Press in 2012.

Master Of Art

With a Masters Degree in Music Industry Innovation & Enterprise via Waterbear, Rob also educates, teaches and mentors music students.

Social Media Qualified

Rob has a professional diploma (Distinction) in Social Media Marketing (SCQF Level 8 & EQF Level 5). He understands how to promote and connect.

Rob's Portfolio Includes

Testimonials

"I have worked with Rob Town for a few years now. Rob's been around the block in the business many times - he's a born survivor, having seen and adapted to all the changes in the music industry over the last 20 years. Rob is a true innovator and I can't think of anyone better to advise emerging acts on strategy, growing an audience and formulating realistic and obtainable goals. He thinks long term, tells the truth and is not afraid of hard work. Get in touch and see what he can do for you and your music."

Bruce Dickinson

WaterBear - The College Of Music

"As the singer of Panic Cell, I have experienced first hand Rob's (or Bobby, as I know him) passion and commitment to finding the best ways to move a band forward. He expertly navigated us through many of the pitfalls that come with promoting an act, and in the years following where I have worked with everyone from Florence and the Machine to the Red Hot Chili Peppers to Machine Head, I have not found anyone with a better grasp on the fundamentals of band related press, PR and marketing!"

Luke Bell

Machine Head TM / Panic Cell

"I have had the pleasure of working alongside Rob for many years, he is one of the good guys and is constantly evolving through this ever changing industry, staying ahead of the game. Rob's advice and knowledge have helped me no end and I couldn’t recommend him enough."

Terri Chapman

RPM Management - Massive Wagons

“Rob has a natural instinct for this work and is, above everything, a brilliant reader of people. Stampede represents the tip of the spear when it comes to modern day PR and Social Media.”

Toby Jepson

Planet Rock / Wayward Sons

“Rob is a passionate guy, whose enthusiasm for the bands and music he represents shines through in his work.”

Nick Ruskell

Kerrang! Magazine

Joey Draper

South Of Salem

“Rob and Stampede Press took us to a whole new audience. We have gone on to become one of the most talked about bands on the rock scene as a direct result of their work.”

She Burns Red

“Rob’s suggestions and guidance were paramount in our success on the release of our debut album, ‘MCLXXX’. We were astounded by his work and will definitely be back!”

King Kraken

“We love working with Stampede. Rob has been invaluable to us in the last couple of years, he’s without doubt one of ‘the good guys.’ He’s great at what he does and he cares a lot about the acts he works with.”

Ally Dickaty & Danny Dolan

The Virginmarys

"In an industry of untrustworthy people, Rob is a breath of fresh air, and I’m happy to recommend him to any musicians that are looking to climb the ladder and work with a reputable PR agency on their press. The fact that Rob was a successful musician before setting up Stampede Press means he really understands how the industry works. He knows what can be achieved and will always put his heart and soul (and a lot of effort) into any campaign he takes on. He’s open and honest, and most of all, he’s human and he cares about the results he gets for you."

Emma Scott

Pluggin Baby

“Rob is one of the good guys in the music industry, which (sadly) is a rarity in our experience. So we were honoured to work with him and put our trust in him. We’d work with him again in a heart beat!”

Sam Bolderson

Häxan

“Rob is passionate about our scene and advocating for new bands, and always operates with professionalism and drive.”

Eleanor Goodman

Metal Hammer

“The honesty, integrity and enthusiasm behind the service that we have received is second to none and it is clear that Rob is pulling on the kind of experience that is only accrued through many years working within the music industry.”

Carl Davis

Krysthla

“In a world of spin, and over-promising and a fair few false dawns, Rob is the tonic that every young band can benefit from. He’s been through it as a musician himself, he’s seen the trap doors, the big pitches and the empty promises. He has bottled his passion for music, mixed it with the realism of how the scene works and backed up his music industry advice with a University qualification. He won't always tell a band what it wants to hear, and he’ll challenge a few to really examine what good really looks like. But we need more of this shaping the scene today. Success is not about quick wins or chasing the rainbow of fame - it's about original music, sustained momentum and building trusted relationships that last the distance. If you want to win the marathon not the sprint, Rob is your man."