In a groundbreaking collaboration, the innovative record label and foundation There Is A Light (TIAL), world-renowned music production school ICON Collective and GRAMMY Award-winning artist Latroit have joined forces to introduce the TIAL Talent Grant. This initiative is a beacon of opportunity, meticulously designed to nurture and elevate the skills of promising emerging artists and producers in the realm of music production. Applications are open now until February 9 https://www.iconcollective.edu/tialtalentgrant.

For those ready to tap into their full potential and redefine the boundaries of music There Is A Light Foundation in partnership with ICON Collective and Latroit is launching a monumental opportunity with nine full scholarships for ICON Collective's Online Intro Course, and one $10,000 grant towards ICON Collective's Full Online Program designed for those who dare to dream loud.

The core mission of this grant is to ignite the creative passions of these artists, guiding them through a comprehensive and proven curriculum that expertly melds artistry, musicality, and cutting-edge technology. At the heart of this venture is Dennis White, known professionally as Latroit. His remarkable achievement in remixing Depeche Mode's "You Move" led to his triumph at the 2018 Grammy Awards, where he clinched the 'Best Remixed Recording (Non-Classical)' category. As a crucial aspect of the grant, Dennis White will personally mentor the recipients, offering them an exclusive window into his extensive experience through specialized workshops.

TIAL stands as more than a record label; it's a non-profit foundation established by artist and philanthropist Arash Homampour, dedicated to discovering, nurturing, and showcasing works from emerging artists. The foundation's vision perfectly complements the grant's objectives.

David Alexander, the founder of Icon Collective, articulates the essence of this collaboration: "This initiative is more than just a grant; it's a doorway to endless possibilities for artists. It aligns seamlessly with Icon Collective's mission to empower artists to lead creative and successful lifestyles. We are thrilled to partner with TIAL and Latroit in cultivating the next wave of exceptional artists."

TIAL Talent Grant application guidelines:

Submission Requirements:
Create Your Story: Craft a personal video, no more than 2:00 minutes. This is your stage, your moment. Make it count. Include the following...
1. Fuel Your Passion: Address this – What drives you to create music? Dive deep into your passion and demonstrate the core of your artistic essence. What artists inspire you to create? When was your 'lightbulb' moment when you knew you had to pursue a creative lifestyle?
2. Vision Quest: Where do you see your music career in 5 years? Lay out your dreams, your ambitions. Be bold, be clear.
3. Plan B: If the road takes a turn, what's your backup plan? Show us your resilience, your ability to adapt and conquer.
4. Stand Out: What makes you and your art different? How do you rise above the noise? Highlight your authenticity and the lasting impact of your original approach.
5. Strengths and Challenges: Share your unique strengths and the weaknesses you aim to conquer with this scholarship. Explain how this course will transform your challenges into strengths.
6. Your Musical Essence: Include clips of your most impactful musical moments, in audio or video form. This is your music, your soul – let it resonate.
You have 2:00 minutes. Make every second reverberate with your passion, your story, and your music. This is more than a scholarship; it's a launchpad for your dreams. Are you ready to make your mark?"

Applications close February 9, 2024.

About There Is A Light

Born in the heart of Los Angeles, There Is A Light Foundation is a non-profit charitable foundation created by trial lawyer/musician/philanthropist Arash Homampour, also known as The Archer, which is dedicated to supporting other humans to unlock their full potential, but who lack the financial resources to do so.

Through the There Is A Light Foundation, we've proudly donated over $500,000 in 2023 alone to support aspiring individuals, transformative causes, and institutions - all with the goal of making the world a better place. Our contributions have helped pave the path for dreamers to turn their aspirations into reality. We're igniting change. Join us on this journey of empowerment, and let's make a difference together!

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Website: https://www.thereisalightfoundation.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arashhomampour/

About ICON Collective

ICON Collective is a nationally accredited, Los Angeles and Online, college of music that teaches you core technical skills while unlocking your unique creative process. Mentorship with industry professionals lets you access real-world insights and helps you personalize your music education. We are the leaders and genesis of entrepreneurial artistic education. Founded in 2005, no one can catch us or match us.

Icon Collective is completely unique in its philosophy and approach, focusing on empowering musicians, DJs, artists and entrepreneurs to live creative lifestyles while using 21st century tools to create and market music professionally. Icon Collective teaches the principles and practice of music production, vocal performance and music business, with a focus on artistry, technology and the creative mindset.

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Website: https://www.iconcollective.edu/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconcollective
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iconcollective/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/iconcollective
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@IconCollective



About Latroit

Dennis White (aka LATROIT) is a GRAMMY™ Award winning producer, composer and performer with ARIA and BPI certified gold, platinum and double platinum selling records, over twenty top 10 Billboard Club Chart tracks & remixes, and dozens of TV & Film placements. His place in the annals of dance music history is assured by his work with the pioneering Detroit techno group Inner City, his release “Happy People” as Static Revenger (charted by Fatboy Slim as one of the top 10 songs of that decade), DJ tours through five continents, and the recent oeuvre of Latroit releases, notably highlighted by the 2018 GRAMMY™ Award for ‘Best Remixed Recording’ - Depeche Mode “You Move” (Latroit Remix). Although no stranger to releases on the world’s preeminent independent and major labels, the Berklee College of Music graduate runs his own label imprint, House of Latroit, hosts the bi-monthly podcast House of Latroit. Both of these endeavors support his passion for discovering and promoting emerging musical talent from around the world. From an early start in the Detroit underground to the critical embrace of his current collection of work, Latroit’s music holds history in one hand and the future in the other.

Follow Latroit

Website: http://www.latroit.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latroit/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/latroit/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/latroit?lang=en
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIM1pKPxxWwo9TPMRdG_bxA