Water Tower Band

Rights Management (Licensing & Catalog)

Genres: Bluegrass, Old Time, Punk Grass

National Touring Act

from Los Angeles

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Ettore Buzzini

Water Tower Band

Management

Bluegrass / Songwriter /Multi-Instrumentalist

Winner of 2024 Fresh Grass (Banjo)

from Mooresville, NC

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Hillary Klug

Water Tower Band

Hillary Klug

West Coast Agent/Branding/Acting

Genres: Bluegrass, National Buck dancing Champion, Influencer, Acting

from Nashville, TN USA

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Danny Avila Band

Kelly Grandmaison

Management

Roots Americana Rock

Los Angeles, CA

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Kelly Grandmaison

Management

Pop & Latin Pop

From New York, NY

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Farmer & Adele

Kelly Grandmaison

Farmer & Adele

Licensing & Publishing

Western Swing & Cowboy Tunes

From San Francisco, CA

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Coastal Plain

Farmer & Adele

Management

Bluegrass Band

From Baltimore, MD

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Double Knot

Coastal Plain

Double Knot

Management

Americana & Freshgrass

From San Diego, CA

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Faultliner

Coastal Plain

Double Knot

Agent

Bluegrass

Los Angeles, CA

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Joanne LedesmA joins 2026 IBMA Leadership

The International Bluegrass Music Association has announced the 2026 class of Leadership Bluegrass,

The International Bluegrass Music Association has announced the 2026 class of Leadership Bluegrass, the professional development program designed to cultivate the next generation of industry leaders.

Each year, 25 participants are selected to take part in the immersive three-day experience featuring panels, strategic discussions and collaborative activities focused on the business of bluegrass and its place in the larger world of entertainment. Since its founding in 2000, Leadership Bluegrass has graduated more than 500 alumni representing every sector of the industry.

“Seeing the Leadership Bluegrass participant list each year gives me real hope for the future of our industry,” says Ken White, IBMA Executive Director. “This year’s class highlights the growing global reach of bluegrass, bringing together industry professionals from Québec, British Columbia, Switzerland, Australia, and the United States. Their diverse experiences and perspectives will help guide the future of bluegrass music.”

Career Pickin' Music Business for bluegrass

A Practical guide for Artists

What's in the Book?

I wrote this book to fill a gap. While networking at festivals, I discovered a need coming from artists who are seeking viable and current information on music business. Realizing that the industry has changed a-lot, I wanted to create something relevant that provides the tools, strategies, and insight artists need to move their careers forward without losing the heart and authenticity that make bluegrass so special.

Think of this as a modern music industry guide but with a bluegrass twist. Inside you’ll find practical steps for growing your career, real -life examples, helpful templates and tools, DIY tips, and honest advice from artists who are out there doing it right now. Whether you’re just starting out or struggling with a specific need, this book is here to help you navigate it all while staying true to your sound.

The Book is Currently Sold Out! Hard Copies, Barnes and Noble and Amazon are expected to carry them June 2026.

Events and more...

Workshops

Licensing & Corporate Branding

I conduct Songwriting, Music Business, Event Planning, Publishing workshops. I can be seen at Trade shows such as NAMM conducting workshops for Indie-Artists and Indie Music libraries.