#58 - The Many Roles of the Artist Manager

The role of the artist manager has changed tremendously over the past 5 to 10 years. Now more so than ever, the manager needs to be more than just a decision maker, he also needs to be able to sit in the seat of the record label exec, publicist, and even know the inner workings of the booking agent, and concert promoter. Enter Chuck Thompson. With 35+ years experience, and having worked with such industry legends including: David Allen Coe, Ricky Skaggs, The Flying Burrito Brothers, The Judds, Billy Dean, The Pirates of the Mississippi, Carl Perkins, Wynonna, Kenny Chesney, and Lonestar (just to name a few), Chuck brings his history of running a record label, public relations firm, and management company to the table to share what an artist should look for in today's manager. The Business Side of Music ™ © 2018 Lotta Dogs Productions Showrunner and Executive Producer Emeritus: Tom Sabella Producer and Host (the guy who has a face for podcasting): Bob Bender Co-Producer - Audio/Video Editor (the man behind the curtain): Mark Sabella Director of Video and Continuity (the brains of the entire operation): Deborah Halle Marketing and Social Media (all knowing): Sarah Fleshner for 362 Entertainment All Around Problem Solver (and Mental Health Therapist for us): Connie Ribas Recorded inside an old beat up Airstream Trailer located somewhere on what's left of Music Row in Nashville TN (except during pandemics, then it's pretty much been accomplished VIA Zoom or over the phone, with the exception for those fearless enough to come to Bob Bender's dining room… and there have been a few that have survived). Mixed and Mastered at Music Dog Studios in Nashville, TN Editing and Post at Midnight Express Studio located in Olian, NY Production Sound Design: Keith Stark Voice Over and Promo: Lisa Fuson Special Thanks to the creator and founder of the podcast, Tom Sabella, along with Traci Snow for producing and hosting over 100 episodes of the original "Business Side of Music" podcast and trusting us to carry on their legacy. Website: If you would like to be a guest on the show, please submit a request to: [email protected] If you're interested in becoming a sponsor for the show, let us know and we'll send you a media / sponsorship kit to you. Contact us at [email protected]