Jon Shave graduated from the University in 2000 with a degree in Music and Popular Music. Since then, he has built an exceptional career in the music industry as a songwriter and producer, collaborating with artists like Charli XCX, Ellie Goulding and Nicki Minaj.
Interview
The Alumni team recently caught up with Jon who to hear about his path from student to becoming a Grammy Award-winning creative. Jon reflects on his time at the University, his career highlights and the lessons he’s learnt along the way.
You can listen to Jon’s interview in the Alumni Magazine.
Jon was also kind enough to share a playlist of all the songs that reminded him of his time with us during the late 90s and early 2000s.
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