(CelebrityAccess) — Live music technology company VNUE announced that longtime label executive Jody Best has joined the company’s senior leadership team.
Best joins VNUE’s new Artist Services division and will leverage relationships with artists to drive record promotion for the division and expand VNUE’s live music recording services through Set.fm, live stream platform StageIt.com and partner DiscLive Network. The expected.
She is currently the President and Founder of Best Bet Promotions, an independent promotions and marketing company focused on the classic rock and contemporary radio markets. She previously spent 20 years at Capitol Records/EMI, leading promotional campaigns for artists such as The Beatles, Paul McCartney, Bob Seger, Steve Miller, Pink Floyd, Heart, George Thorogood, Duran Duran, The Beach Boys, Poison and The Yes. Rolling Stones, etc.
Her current client list includes Def Leppard, Night Ranger, Tesla, Frank Hannon, Mr. Includes Big, Dirty Honey, Rickey Medlocke, Ron Keel, Mike Tramp, and Jon Anderson.
“We’re excited to partner with VNUE and work with former Capitol Records colleagues and friends Zach Bair and Lou Mann! Working with my company, Best Bet Promotions, to secure radio airplay and interviews for our clients, we are now able to provide the same service and support to VNUE artists, along with the many other services we will provide. I look forward to being part of this incredible team at VNUE and the exciting opportunities ahead of us where we can create truly amazing things together,” said Best.
“I met Jody a few years ago through our EVP Lou Mann, who was the GM of Capitol Records for many years. Jody has helped me with all of my singles and EPs and I’ve had nothing but great experiences with her and I’m humbled that she’s with some of the major artists she’s worked with throughout her career. We are excited to integrate her important skills and abilities into our Artist Services department to provide VNUE artists,” added VNUE CEO Zach Bair.
