A&R exec Nick Worthington and music lawyer Kieran Jay have partnered to launch Odd Numbers, a mentorship program for young music executives.

The privately funded initiative aims to take a stake in promising mentee’s businesses, with a focus on A&R, in exchange for continued support. It’s been launched in partnership with youth publishing platform Basement Approved.

Successful applicants will receive a one-month mentorship with access to four one-on-one weekly mentoring sessions with Worthington, who will help them develop a business plan. If viable, Odd Numbers will provide financial support to help the emerging businesses grow.

Basement called the venture "a unique opportunity" that aims to "disrupt the status quo, amplifying new voices and future-led business models."

Worthington was previously Head of A&R at XL Recordings. He also co-founded Locked On Records, launched 679 Recordings in partnership with Warner and most recently was a partner in Black Butter. Acts he’s worked with include The Streets, Kano, Plan B and The Futureheads.

Jay, meanwhile, reps clients such as Stormzy, Central Cee, Little Simz and Caribou at law firm Harbottle & Lewis.