OPTIVUS MUSIC
Optivus Music is a nonprofit, UK based record label created to empower, amplify, and celebrate the voices of disabled artists and producers creating dance music.
We are whole-heartedly committed to removing systemic barriers for disabled artists in the music industry. Creator of Optivus - Nick AKA @ridproductions - acquired a life changing brain injury back in 2011, which means we come from a place of lived experience, understanding and a deep passion to move things forward.
We are ready to work HARD! Plonking a big, fat spotlight on the array of immensely talented disabled artists out there. Optivus aims to not only promote accessibility, but to educate the masses and create a beautiful, thriving community along the way.
At the start of every financial year, we will be choosing a different charity to donate the label profits of that year to. To launch the label, Nick has picked a charity very to his heart: Child Brain Injury Trust.
Child Brain Injury Trust raises money for children who have acquired brain injuries, and their families. They are a fantastic charity who do not get any government funding. Instead, they look to raise income from not only grant making Trusts and Foundations, but also from supporters fundraising efforts.
Help support the disabled artists on our roster and our charity of choice by buying, sharing streaming our music today. Thank you.
OUR CHARITY OF CHOICE FOR 2025/2026
INDUSTRY TESTIMONIALS
Tyke (Playaz)
‘‘What I believe makes Optivus Music so important is that it provides a platform for people with disabilities to grow, and that the very act of creating Optivus Music is itself a brave, selfless, and hard-working thing to do - something everyone can learn from.
I’ve worked with people with disabilities a lot over the past few years, giving them what I hope are the tools to be creative and move forward in the arts. What I believe makes Optivus Music so important is that it provides a platform for people with disabilities to grow, and that the very act of creating Optivus Music is itself a brave, selfless, and hard-working thing to do - something everyone can learn from.
It’s essential that people are made aware, through this platform and others, that behind any disability - whether physical or mental - there exists, at the very essence, a truly divine human being, as we all are. There is no difference between someone with a disability and someone without one. We are all connected, and it’s wonderful that Optivus Music is shining a light on that truth.
I have nothing but the utmost respect for this initiative, and I know that with all proceeds going to charity, it will truly make a difference. Hopefully, we can all learn from this - learn that when we act and create from love, only good things can grow. That is where truly beautiful creation arises. I’m excited for their adventure and you should be to.’’