Where it all began…
Founder DJ A.C.Knell first took to the scene in September 2002 by getting involved with Plectrum Radio; an instant hit with fellow students and staff at Sussex Downs College in Lewes.
As a big fan of BBC Radio 1 he used the influences of Chris Moyles and Scott Mills to create some entertaining broadcasts diversifying from what was originally a Rock-based radio station into all genres of music!
Running student night’s in Lewes
A.C.Knell was then approached by the landlady of a local pub to begin hosting a student night at The Volunteer Inn, Lewes. Eventually overtime after hosting successful student nights he invested in a good quality PA system, lights and music.
Professional experience
In 2005, his passion for Broadcasting and Entertainment was taken to the next level when he began training as a Radio Presenter at Farnborough College of Technology. A.C.Knell then worked on daytime broadcasts for ECHO 106.8 airing to the county of Hampshire and reading the Travel News on County Sound Radio 1566MW, sister station to 96.4 The Eagle based in Guildford.
A new residency
June 2007 saw the opening of Savannah Cafe Bar, Haywards Heath and A.C.Knell became their first Resident DJ, hosting an array of events from Fancy Dress Discos, Club nights, Karaoke Competitions and Charity Fundraisers. A.C.Knell was key to the bars survival constantly packing the bar out on his nights, whilst a recession loomed around the corner…
International DJ
Summer 2008 A.C.Knell graduated at the University of Surrey in a BSc (Hons) in Media Production. After working in the America for 4 months at a kids summer camp in up-state New York – Camp Chipinaw, A.C.Knell returned to the UK to be booked out for Weddings, Birthday Parties & Karaoke Events across Sussex, Surrey, Kent and Hampshire.
Nightlife in Brighton
In July 2009, A.C.Knell became resident DJ at Belushi’s & St.Christopher Inn Nightclub in Brighton and has been partying there every Friday Night for 4 years, along with the biggest Eighties Night on a Tuesday Night.
Local nights in Haywards Heath
Orange Square Bar in Haywards Heath have also accommodated A.C.Knell Entertainment for their themed events from Karaoke, Christmas Eve and New Years Eve.
Marketing Professional by day
As an experience Marketing professional during the day, A.C.Knell currently works during the day as Global Marketing Director for luxury bed manufacturer Vispring Ltd. Formally he managed a Multi-million pound advertising account as Head of Marketing for Tempur UK Ltd.
Saving the day from Cowboy Trade suppliers
In January 2012, A.C.Knell was approached by Dominic Littlewood and Melinda Messenger from Channel 5’s Cowboy Traders to DJ for a wedding at Hever Castle for a couple who had their wedding plans destroyed by a rogue trader. Happy to help out, he provided his services to the couple and the TV programme aired in the spring of 2012. Details of our involvement are featured on the Channel 5 Suppliers website.
Meet the team
A.C.Knell has since employed a team of the best entertainers with one mission in mind; to provide a good quality service at a venue near you!
Meet A.C.Knell
Founder
Meet Sadie
Event Planner & Photographer
Meet the Knell Family
The future of A.C.Knell Entertainment
