CMJ 2013

Longtime front man for Columbus, OH, punks, New Bomb Turks, freelance writer for longer than that, author of the '90s garage punk history, We Never Learn, currently yelling for Brooklyn-based band, Livids, and brand new Managing Editor at CMJ. Plants his record collection in Astoria... Read More →

Randy Nichols has guided artists to multiple Gold records and Grammy nominations. Overseen record releases on and sold out tours on six continents. Managed artists for a combined sales of over 5 million records and $20 million plus dollars in merchandise sales.He manages or has managed... Read More →

TJ Olsen is the founder of TJO Presents, a full service creative consulting firm, representing independent artists in matters of tour booking, marketing and much more. Olsen’s career began as 1 part of TM Promotions, booking and promoting events at some of the tri-state areas top... Read More →

Lou PlaiaFounder / EVP Industry Relations - ReverbNationFounder / CEO - Hot Rats Records and Hot Rats ManagementIn 2006, Lou Plaia co-founded ReverbNation, the global leader in empowering independent artists to advance their careers. ReverbNation’s powerful career management and... Read More →

Peter Sotos is the co-founder of the Epic Proportions Tour, which provides a way for unsigned bands to make money while touring the country. The tour puts unsigned bands in front of thousands of kids every day. The Epic Proportions Tour also provides free concerts to high school students... Read More →