Northstar Ventures

Northstar Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. It provides direct investments in early-stage and growth companies and also participates in fund of funds, including private equity funds, accelerators, and incubators. The firm targets sectors such as digital media, entertainment technology, music services, data, telecommunications, clean technology, healthcare and biotechnology, energy, climate tech, computer games, and related technologies. It focuses its activity in the North East region of England, especially County Durham, Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear, and supports portfolio companies with strategic value through its network of university partners, funders, and experienced non-executive directors. Typical investments range from small seed or pre-seed rounds to larger growth rounds, with co-investment alongside other investors. Northstar Ventures emphasizes helping innovative companies create talent, jobs, and growth in the region, contributing to the local innovation ecosystem.

Khadija Ashfaq

Investor

Paul Barrett

Investor

Alex Buchan

Investor

Rick Charnley

Investor

Alison Collins

Investor

Past deals in Music

Poptop

Angel Round in 2022
Poptop is a global entertainment booking service provider that operates an online platform designed to simplify the process of hiring professionals for private events. The company offers a diverse range of services, allowing event planners to book music bands, magicians, entertainers, DJs, caterers, and even complete event packages. By implementing Instant Booking technology, Poptop enhances user experience, making the booking process swift and efficient. Committed to excellence, Poptop stands out by ensuring that customers have access to some of the UK’s best event suppliers, inspiring and supporting them from the initial planning stages to the final execution of their events.

Poptop

Venture Round in 2021
Poptop is a global entertainment booking service provider that operates an online platform designed to simplify the process of hiring professionals for private events. The company offers a diverse range of services, allowing event planners to book music bands, magicians, entertainers, DJs, caterers, and even complete event packages. By implementing Instant Booking technology, Poptop enhances user experience, making the booking process swift and efficient. Committed to excellence, Poptop stands out by ensuring that customers have access to some of the UK’s best event suppliers, inspiring and supporting them from the initial planning stages to the final execution of their events.

Poptop

Seed Round in 2021
Poptop is a global entertainment booking service provider that operates an online platform designed to simplify the process of hiring professionals for private events. The company offers a diverse range of services, allowing event planners to book music bands, magicians, entertainers, DJs, caterers, and even complete event packages. By implementing Instant Booking technology, Poptop enhances user experience, making the booking process swift and efficient. Committed to excellence, Poptop stands out by ensuring that customers have access to some of the UK’s best event suppliers, inspiring and supporting them from the initial planning stages to the final execution of their events.

Humble Angel Records

Seed Round in 2019
Humble Angel Records is a streaming-only record label that operates a digital music distribution platform designed to enhance the discovery, promotion, and compensation of artists. The company focuses on a streaming-first and digital-only model, allowing musicians to submit their work through an online form. This streamlined process enables artists to showcase their talent and facilitates their signing and payment by music labels. By emphasizing accessibility and efficiency, Humble Angel Records aims to transform the traditional music industry landscape, making it easier for emerging artists to gain recognition and support.

Poptop

Venture Round in 2018
Poptop is a global entertainment booking service provider that operates an online platform designed to simplify the process of hiring professionals for private events. The company offers a diverse range of services, allowing event planners to book music bands, magicians, entertainers, DJs, caterers, and even complete event packages. By implementing Instant Booking technology, Poptop enhances user experience, making the booking process swift and efficient. Committed to excellence, Poptop stands out by ensuring that customers have access to some of the UK’s best event suppliers, inspiring and supporting them from the initial planning stages to the final execution of their events.

Humble Angel Records

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Humble Angel Records is a streaming-only record label that operates a digital music distribution platform designed to enhance the discovery, promotion, and compensation of artists. The company focuses on a streaming-first and digital-only model, allowing musicians to submit their work through an online form. This streamlined process enables artists to showcase their talent and facilitates their signing and payment by music labels. By emphasizing accessibility and efficiency, Humble Angel Records aims to transform the traditional music industry landscape, making it easier for emerging artists to gain recognition and support.

Poptop

Venture Round in 2017
Poptop is a global entertainment booking service provider that operates an online platform designed to simplify the process of hiring professionals for private events. The company offers a diverse range of services, allowing event planners to book music bands, magicians, entertainers, DJs, caterers, and even complete event packages. By implementing Instant Booking technology, Poptop enhances user experience, making the booking process swift and efficient. Committed to excellence, Poptop stands out by ensuring that customers have access to some of the UK’s best event suppliers, inspiring and supporting them from the initial planning stages to the final execution of their events.

Poptop

Seed Round in 2016
Poptop is a global entertainment booking service provider that operates an online platform designed to simplify the process of hiring professionals for private events. The company offers a diverse range of services, allowing event planners to book music bands, magicians, entertainers, DJs, caterers, and even complete event packages. By implementing Instant Booking technology, Poptop enhances user experience, making the booking process swift and efficient. Committed to excellence, Poptop stands out by ensuring that customers have access to some of the UK’s best event suppliers, inspiring and supporting them from the initial planning stages to the final execution of their events.

NotesNote

Seed Round in 2015
NotesNote LTD is focused on creating innovative solutions for professional musicians, including a specialized screen music sheet reader and a comprehensive marketplace for sheet music. The company's music sheet reader features a bi-foldable design with dual 13.3-inch E-ink displays, allowing for touchscreen and stylus interaction. It is equipped with a long-lasting battery and Wi-Fi connectivity for easy downloading of sheet music. Additionally, NotesNote's marketplace consolidates various music publishers, enabling musicians to sell, share, and manage their sheet music in a digital format. This platform aims to enhance the overall experience for musicians by providing them with the tools and resources needed for effective music performance and collaboration.

Masher Technologies

Venture Round in 2011
Masher Technologies is an online platform that offers software as a service (SaaS) for video and image editing. It allows users to combine photos, videos, music, and digital effects to create unique videos and presentations. The platform provides access to extensive video archives and music content, enabling users to blend their personal content with professionally produced footage. Masher Technologies is accessible from any web browser and is offered as a free service. This user-friendly application facilitates sharing via email, social networks, or embedding in blogs, making it a versatile tool for creative individuals looking to produce and disseminate multimedia content.
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