In House Artist Project

2012 Winner - Ghost Lion

By providing industry leading tools and infrastructure to employees, the In House Artist Project was created to help support and develop emerging artists under our own roof.

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Finalists

Congratulations to the finalists of the first Live Nation In-House Artist Project! Thanks to all who listened to your co-workers' music and voted on your favorites. We had 116 participating acts, all super talented!


The winning acts are:


July 2011
Vintage Tone
Vintage Tone is a alt/punk pop band out of West Virginia that formed in 2005. The members include Nique Stamper on vocals/bass, Dave Gunnoe on Guitar/Vocals, Rob Walker on Guitar/Vocals and Billy Rocks on the Drums. Tabbed as a energetic live band, filled with passion and pure rock energy; Vintage...
August 2011
MAGNUSON
The most musical mayhem ever created by a girl and a boy. Comprised of Greg and Kyrsten Magnuson, this dynamic duo switches off on drums and guitar all while maintaining beautifully intricate harmonies. Their 2011 LP "Crash of Cassini" recieved rave reviews such as: “This tremendous duo gives...
September 2011
S.K. Robot
Part 1: "True Story".... Terry David Mulligan once told me to "Shut the **** up!" even though I wasn't even speaking to him. I didn't even know he was there until he opened his mouth. I think he thought my friend and I were laughing at him but we were watching a soccer match at the time. I didn't...
October 2011
Ghost Lion
Tropical post-punk. That's what South Florida native, Blake Hanley, calls his music---a dark mix of calypso beats, nylon acoustic guitars and a Clash-like attack, well suited for a late night, sweat-drenched beach party. And telling from the band's live show and 2011 EP, Ghost Lion's debut...
November 2011
Mount Fabric
Born all over the UK and based in Manchester, Mount Fabric make progressive rock/pop songs with a heavy focus on melody and dynamics. Since their inception, the band have never subscribed to a particular sound or way of writing, relying more on things coming together naturally. They released...
December 2011
Carbellion
Carbellion is a band that can capture any ear via the recorded material, hold the attention of the crowd hostage with their impressive live performance charisma, and floor anyone in the industry with their uncharacteristic for a hard rock act work ethic and professionalism. The time spent cutting...

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Congratulations
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Looooved your music!!! If only I would have known, I would have caught you at The Roxy! bummer. Hope your trip to Southern California was amazing!!
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How it Works

Artist Profile

All Live Nation Entertainment employees who are currently in a band are eligible and invited to create an Artist Profile. Both part time and full time, non-seasonal employees qualify.

Your Artist Profile is visible to all Live Nation employees who register and is always updatable. It can include:

  • Up to 5 Songs, 8 Photos and 1 Video
  • Your Biography
  • Links to external sites including social media
  • Contact information

Artist of the Month

Beginning July 1, 2011 and ending December 31, 2011, all Live Nation employees are invited to view each Artist Profile and cast a vote for their favorite In House Artist of the Month.

At the end of each month, the artist with the most votes will be crowned that month's winner. In the event of a tie, a 24-hour vote off will commence immediately.

The 6 winners of Artist of the Month will:

  • Receive $5,000 as a marketing and support fund.
  • Advance to the LA Showcase to be held in Q1 2012.
  • Have their Artist Profile as a limited feature on appropriate Live Nation and Ticketmaster web properties.
  • Have their Artist Profile included as a part of a Live Nation internal email blast.

The LA Showcase

In Q1 2012, the 6 Artist of the Month winners will be flown and put up in Los Angeles to participate in The LA Showcase.

At The LA Showcase, the 6 Artist of the Month winners will perform in front of a live audience and a panel of judges.

The Judges Panel will:

  • Be comprised of various music business executives selected by Live Nation Entertainment
  • Select one contestant as The In House Artist Winner

The In House Artist Winner

The artist who is crowned as The In House Artist Winner will receive:

  • $30k committed marketing and tour support fund to be regulated by Front Line Management
  • An opening slot on a national House of Blues club tour
  • Consultation by Front Line Management
  • Consultation by a Major Music Agency
  • Limited feature of Artist Profile on appropriate Live Nation and Ticketmaster web properties.
  • Artist Profile included as a part of a Live Nation internal email blast.

The six winners from the 2011/2012 In House Artist Project - Vintage Tone, Magnuson, S.K. Robot, Ghost Lion, Mount Fabric, and Carbellion - competed in the first annual "Battle of the Bands", held at House of Blues on Sunset Strip in Los Angeles, CA on March 25, 2012.

Watch the Show Replay!

The Program

Artist Profile »

Artist of the Month »

The LA Showcase »

The In House Artist Winner »

Official Rules »