Carl Leighton-Pope

Carl Leighton-Pope began his illustrious music career in 1964, at the age of 18, working at the Marquee Club in London alongside iconic performers such as Rod Stewart, The Who, and Eric Clapton. Continuously learning and adapting to evolving trends, Carl later channeled his experiences from this Soho club to open a recording studio in Cardiff, South Wales in 1972. Here, he managed the band Sassafras on Chrysalis Records, assisting them in releasing three albums and touring Europe and the USA. However, it wasn't until 1976 that Carl truly embarked on his agency career upon returning to London.

From that point forward, Leighton-Pope's career in the music industry flourished. His early signings included The Motors, Patti Smith, and several major US bands such as Styx, Journey, and Huey Lewis. By 1978, Carl had added UFO, Simple Minds, Wishbone Ash, and Dire Straits to his ever-growing client list, solidifying his reputation as one of the top agents in Europe. His impressive roster of stars continued to expand in the 1980s and 90s with the addition of Van Morrison, Bonnie Tyler, and The Chippendales, and even further in the new millennium with Chris Rea, Billy Ocean, Jeff Healey, Keith Urban, and Michael Bublé. Diversifying beyond music and dance acts, his clientele also came to include WWE wrestling and the Harlem Globetrotters.

Theatre has also played a significant role in this entertainment magnate's legacy. Carl not only wrote and produced "Carnaby Street the Musical," but also his latest production "Love" is set to premiere in the West End in 2023.