Saturday, December 7, 2013

Nash_Sandy_Industry Blog Post


I am an artist manager

 

 I negotiate while my artist creates. 

I am an artist manager.

I get up early, I stay late, that is if I go to bed at all.   You, my artist are my top priority, my primary concern. Where to stay, where to perform? Do not worry you just create.

I am an artist manager.

You say you like some perks added to your room?  Just rest your vocal cords. Take a hot bath. I have got that covered soon.

I am an artist manager.

For you my client, I keep up with the latest technology, the new competition and the most recent trends.  It is my job to let the industry know how great you are and just how great you’ve been.

I am an artist manager.

I am never condescending. I am always your friend. I share your creative vision. I will market it until the end.

 I am an artist manager.

I will listen when you say you’re lonely. I will cry when you’re in misery. I will strive to keep you happy. I will help to keep the demons away.  I just want you to create.

I am an artist manager.

I will cheer you on like a brand new fan. I will offer you a critique or two whenever I can.

I am an artist manager.

And about the money, I have that covered too. I negotiate and negotiate to bring the right amount to you.

I am an artist manager


 Cause I know if you’re not  performing, happy and staid, neither of us get paid.  

 I am an artist manager.


I will be that sounding board that you need or your home away from home. I am like a great marriage partner without the marriage license.  I just want you to perform.  

 I am an artist manager.


I will be the best I can be, because I represent the best that there is.


I am an artist manager.


Friday, December 6, 2013

More About Me

I am in the business of providing music and multimedia entertainment across the globe and well into infinity.  Most ambitious people say, “The sky’s the limit,” I say,  “I have NO limits.”  I strive to be an industry force.

My ultimate goal is to leave a lasting, positive footprint and legacy on the entertainment world; be it as a performer, artist manager, business owner or humanitarian.

I want my name and my company’s name to be synonymous with efficiency, excellence, integrity, humanity, elegance and innovation.

Moreover, I feel it important to give back to my community and my world. I have always contributed to the success of art, music and theater enabling those less fortunate to delight in the experiences that I was privileged to have in my own life.

"My faith suggests that, I cannot be totally happy if unhappiness exists anywhere in the world. Anywhere evil exists, beauty must prevail.” (This quote was composed by me, Friday 06 Dec 13).

Wednesday, December 4, 2013

About Me


Performing bassist/percussionist. Artist Manager/Promoter.  Entrepreneur. Business owner. Labor Negotiator. Philanthropist. Swimmer. Retired Chicago Police Officer (25years). World Traveler. Computer literate. Social Media Savvy. Nichiren Buddhist. Avid Reader. Horseback rider.  Animal lover. Sports Enthusiast. Lover and financial supporter of Live Theater.  Financial supporter, attendee and performer at the Old Town School of Folk Music. Lover of music, fine dining and art. Creative. Tenacious. Charismatic. Possess Integrity. Inquisitive. Self Motivated. Generous.  Kind. I work well with others. A leader.  Great Communication skills.  Visionary. Connoisseur. Creative Genius. World Traveled. Multitasker. Perfectionist. Multifaceted. Multidimensional. Humanistic. Purveyor of all things masterful and beautiful. Brilliant. I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Law Enforcement Management. I have completed Master’s Courses in Criminal Justice. Member of Alpha Phi Sigma.  I am pursing a Master of Science Degree in Entertainment Business Management. Member Fraternal Order of Police Chicago Lodge 7. Member of the Retired Police Association.  Member of NAPW.  I am Nichiren Buddhist. I am truly a Renaissance person!

I feel truly blessed to have had the opportunities and experiences I have. I mean this from the bottom of my heart. I look forward to the future. I am positive, upbeat, grateful and humbled by all of the beauty life possesses.