Anton Lockwood

DHP

Anton is Director of the live division of DHP Family – a leading name in the live music industry with a reputation for an innovative and creative approach to music production and promotion. DHP promote shows across the country, and owns and operates 8 venues, including the iconic Nottingham Rock City and London's leading small/midsize venues The Garage, Oslo and The Grace.

DHP is also a leading promoter of metropolitan festivals in the UK, with the award winning Dot to Dot Festival which is now in its 18th year. In addition DHP has 4 day comping festival in Derbyshire Bearded Theory, and 2 day festival Splendour in Nottingham.

Anton started promoting in 1991, becoming full time in 2002 and lead the development of DHP’s touring business, as well as being the lead programmer for the burgeoning venue portfolio which he continues to guide. Over the last few years he’s increasingly worked in the Americana world, promoting the first shows for artists such as Margo Price and The Turnpike Troubadours, as well as long relationships with artists like Frank Turner and Beth Hart. He’s looking forward to using his experience of shows, venues & artists to further the cause of Americana in the UK, and help develop the Americana festival showcase.