Bucks signs CLAVIS 7EVEN to worldwide deal

06 February 2025 - Press release

Bucks Music Group has signed rapper, singer/songwriter, instrumentalist and producer CLAVIS 7EVEN to an exclusive worldwide music publishing deal.

Born in Congo and raised in Wolverhampton, CLAVIS 7EVEN has been dubbed one of the most compelling voices in the new wave of UK music.

His breakout mixtape, 7’s Deadly Sins, earned him recognition on BBC Radio London, where he featured on Raffaella Coleman’s show, and Theo Johnson’s BBC Music Introducing platform, where he was celebrated as the Artist of the Month in October 2022.

His single LOSIN U cemented his place as an artist to watch after featuring on Apple Music’s The Dotty Show.

He was again, more recently, championed by BBC Introducing, which named him Artist of the Day on 23 January 2025.

He has gained significant support from digital streaming platforms, consistently landing on notable editorial playlists across various genres, including Spotify’s New Music Friday UK, Fresh Finds, Just Dropped, Essence, We Move, Fresh Finds Dance, Main Character Energy, Pop List, New UK Garage, The Loft and Radar Global playlists, as well as being placed on curated lists like Spotify’s Ministry of Sound and the R&D editorial playlist, and featuring as the cover artist for Spotify's Fresh Finds UK & IE playlist.

He has also appeared on Apple Music’s New In Pop playlist and Amazon Music’s Fresh R&B playlist.

Bucks Music Group A&R Josh Gregg said: “CLAVIS is a unique voice with a clear artistic vision that transcends genres. I really admire the 9020 team’s creative outlook and we’re excited to help facilitate that. His musicianship is on par with his pen and we’re delighted that Clavis is joining the roster here at Bucks.”

CLAVIS 7EVEN said: “I’m truly honored to be joining the Bucks Music Group family. It means so much to have people who believe in my gift and share my vision. As a young boy from Congo and coming from a little place called Wolverhampton, opportunities like this don’t happen often for guys where I’m from. It’s the grace of God that brought me here, and I’m grateful to Bucks for helping amplify my voice. This is an exciting milestone, but the job is far from done. I’m ready to put in the work, and I can’t wait for everything me, Bucks and the whole 9020 family have planned for the future. From Wolves to the world.”

9020 Entertainment’s Tre Halliburton-Smith: “Having been with CLAVIS from the very start of his musical journey, it’s clear that his skill, talent, and passion for his craft set him apart. A dedicated artist with a deep connection to the culture of music, CLAVIS’ signing with Bucks marks a significant milestone in his career. This partnership with us as 9020 and CLAVIS and Bucks has the potential to elevate him to new heights and push him further towards the top of the game. While this is just one step on a long road toward success, there’s no doubt that the future holds great things for CLAVIS as he continues to make his mark.” 

9020 Entertainment’s Dylan Key said: “CLAVIS is the future. Seeing him get to this point in his career is a testament to his creativity and determination. Signing with Bucks is definitely a move that will project him into higher heights and expand his horizon. I genuinely can’t wait to see what the future holds with Bucks. Meeting the team was amazing. It’s like being a part of a bigger family that will always have your back.” 

Bucks’ catalogue includes works written by David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, Black Sabbath, Procol Harum, DJ Fresh, James Blunt, Professor Green, Rudimental, Beyonce, CAN, Pete Doherty, Roni Size & Reprazent, David Arnold, Sacha Skarbek, Troy Miller, Seton Daunt, Ash Howes, James Dring, Erol Alkan, Little Barrie, Nadine Shah, Ivory Layne, Erland Cooper, CATTY, Emma Blackery, The Heavytrackerz, Brooke Bentham, Gold Spectacles, Molly Payton, Johnny Madden, Joshua Epithet, Rosbeh, Murdo Mitchell and more.

Label publishing partners include: Heavenly, Nude, Full Time Hobby, Brownswood, Rekids and Arts & Crafts.