Artist Manager & Advisor
Ned Beckett
LittleBig Agency
quietLoud
25+ Years
Electronic Music
With over 25 years helping to shape the global electronic music scene, Ned Beckett has established himself as a leader in artist representation and music promotion. As the founder of LittleBig Music Agency, Ned manages and develops the live careers of some of the most important names in electronic music, including Aphex Twin, Jon Hopkins, and Autechre.
Under his leadership, LittleBig has become synonymous with innovative artist development and strategic live career management. Ned's approach is built on a deep understanding of both the creative and commercial sides of the industry — a rare combination that has made him one of the most trusted figures in the field.
Beyond the agency, Ned is co-founder of Berlin's Leisure System label and releases his own productions under the Dream Sequence alias. At quietLoud, he offers strategic advisory sessions for artists navigating the complexities of a career in music.
25+
Years experience
80
Artists on roster
Leisure System
Label co-founder
2000
Career start
Warp Records
Started his career at Warp Records, managing online activities and website editing before moving into live events. This included running the "NESH" nights in London, the Warp Magic Bus Tours and the Warp Works collaboration with the London Sinfonietta.
2004
Agency founded
LittleBig Music Agency
Founded LittleBig Music Agency in Brighton, later relocating to Berlin. Built it into one of the most respected homes for electronic music artists, known for a careful, long-term approach to live career development and genuine relationships with artists and promoters.
2008
Roster growth
Representing landmark electronic artists
Developed long-term relationships with some of the most significant artists in electronic music, including Aphex Twin, Autechre, Jon Hopkins, and many others. LittleBig became synonymous with artists who operated entirely on their own terms.
2011
Label co-founder
Leisure System, Berlin
Co-founded Leisure System, a Berlin-based record label for electronic music. Alongside the label, Ned held a residency at Berghain for over 10 years — a long-running presence in one of the most important venues in the world.
Now
Active
LittleBig Agency — 80 artists
LittleBig is now one of the leading electronic music agencies in the world, representing 80 artists. Ned continues to run the agency day-to-day from Berlin, alongside his work as a live agent and his own music production under the name Dream Sequence. Through quietLoud, he also offers occasional one-to-one advisory sessions for artists and music professionals.
A Winged Victory For The Sullen
Alex Wilcox
Aphex Twin
Autechre
Brìghde Chaimbeul
Death In Vegas
Derrick Gee
DJ Python
G Jones & Eprom
George FitzGerald
Jon Hopkins
Machine Girl
Ryoji Ikeda
Ned is available for panel talks and presentations at festivals and music conventions. If you are interested in having him speak at your event, get in touch and we can let you know what is possible.
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