Meet the Team
Groovalo is a team of musicians and music lovers who work together towards our mission.
Sandro Kaye
Founder / Punk Specialist
Sandro has been involved in music from an early age, ranging from playing in orchestras to fronting a punk pand. He's a jack of all trades with musical instruments, and has recorded and produced several DIY projects. Aside from music, he has a degree in Sociology and Social Policy, and is a teacher at a secondary school.
Daniela Gerstmann
Marketing / Jazz Specialist
Daniela is a creative producer and arts marketer currently based in Manchester UK. Holding an MA (Distinction) in Music Management, she is passionate about bringing creative ideas to life and finding audiences for them. Aside from Groovalo, her clients and projects include: International Creative Producers, Famgroup, Turner Sims Southampton, Beats & Pieces Big Band, Efpi Records, Young Professionals in Jazz, Marsden Jazz Festival and OneStage Specialist Concert Tours.
Jai Widdowson-Jones
Contributor / Soul Specialist
Jai is a drummer who has played with various artists and has been sampled by Jay Z and Tyler the Creator. He also contributes to Musicradar, and produces Lofi Hip-Hop. A friend of Sandro since they were at school, the two used to be in a punk band together called Half Naked.