A SINGER-SONGWRITER, who grew up around one Britain's most famous music studios, is bringing his expertise to Camden Town as he prepares to open a “unique” new “creative” café with its very own recording space. 

Mr Horn is no stranger to the music business – he grew up around the famous Sarm Studios in Notting Hill where the likes of Bob Marley and Iron Maiden have recorded tracks.

His pop-producer father, Trevor Horn, used to be a member of The Buggles and was often known as “The Man Who Invented the Eighties.” Aaron himself used to be a member of Sam and the Womp, who released number one hit Bom Bom.

As the main base of Sarm Studios relocates to Ladbroke Grove, Aaron has made sure the out-of-date equipment does not go to waste. His new café, called Oat Milk, set to open later this month in Camden Road, will be decked out with plenty of vintage music paraphernalia and equipment from the famous recording base and will even sell some second-hand musical instruments. 

The coffee bar, made of vintage studio equipment, is almost complete 

The 31-year-old who lives in Kentish Town, said: “I want it to be a creative hub for musicians, street artists and creatives as there are fewer and fewer spaces for people to connect around that sort of thing.”

Growing up, stand-out memories for Mr Horn include annoying Morissey by "playing too loud near the studio" and Grace Jones for "being four hours late for dinner". He also recalls getting in trouble when he was "left for five minutes" alone in the studio and "reprogrammed a whole drum track".

His new café, scheduled to open later this month in Camden Road includes plans for "artists in residence" – including everything from street artists to singers – every two months, who will exhibit their work and hold creative sessions. 

And with a recording space in the basement, he is hoping the hub will entice young talent to come in for a coffee and a chat about lyrics – and perhaps even to record some tracks. 

He added: “I grew up around north west London. As a skateboarder and counter-culture individual I always went to Camden as a kid so I always loved it and still do. Camden is a spot for musicians who want to play gigs and connect with other musicians."