Jonathan B.
This is such a scam
This is such a scam. I noticed a £44 charge on my account yesterday for this site which I signed up to a year ago. I logged in to find that for that £44 I get access to absolutely NOTHING as it appears they've changed their subscription model in the last year. HOWEVER they are still happy to keep my card details on file and charge me. I'd also like to say that as a working composer/scorer in advertising this site was zero help in advancing my music outside of my work and into a more commercial areas, hence why after a few exploratory logins I never used it again after signing up. Its basically just a gateway to try and get dream chasers to spend even more money on further 'value adds' like 'mentorship' etc. STEER CLEAR. Operating this way would be illegal in the UK.
Response from Beat AcademyJun 14, 2025
I'm truly sorry to hear about your frustration. We take all feedback seriously, and I want to clarify a few important points. We recently transitioned to a new platform to improve the experience for our community, and unfortunately, the migration caused issues that affected some users' access yours included. When we were made aware of your concern, we issued a full refund and canceled your subscription to ensure you weren't charged moving forward. To be clear, we never aim to mislead or “trap” anyone. Our terms always indicate that subscriptions renew annually unless canceled, and we send renewal reminder emails in advance. That said, I completely understand how this could be upsetting, especially if our email didn’t reach you or you weren’t aware of the renewal. Regarding the value of our content while it may not have aligned with your specific expectations or professional needs, we’ve seen hundreds of producers and artists gain clarity, confidence, and real progress through our program. Still, I respect your opinion and your experience. We’re not here to sell empty promises. We’re here to genuinely support artists at every stage of their journey, and that includes taking full accountability when things go wrong. Wishing you success with your music, Ivan Founder, Beat Academy