(Nashville, TN – October 25, 2023) Reliant Talent Partners, Steve Lassiter, Heath Baumhor, and Matt McGuire are proud to announce the addition of five exceptional agents to its rapidly growing team. These experienced and passionate agents bring a wealth of industry knowledge and a diverse roster of artists to further enhance Reliant Talent’s presence in the music and entertainment world. Recently added to the Reliant Talent team are Ross Brandes, Jordan Burger, Kevin Castleman, Brooke Ivey, and Ben Mench-Thurlow.
Steve Lassiter, President at Reliant Talent, remarks, “With our continued growth, Reliant Talent continues to embrace the future and young executives, ushering in five remarkable agents who will further shape Reliant’s legacy in live music and the entertainment industry.”
Ross Brandes, a seasoned music industry agent with 12 years of experience, joins Reliant Talent with an impressive track record of working with renowned artists such as Ludacris, Nelly, Flo Rida, and TI. His dedication to building strong artist-agent relationships aligns perfectly with Reliant Talent’s mission to support and nurture talent. Ross Brandes can be reached at rbrandes@relianttalent.com.
Jordan Burger, a veteran of the music industry with over two decades of experience, will represent the Reliant roster for festivals. He brings with him a roster that includes Grammy nominees Southern Avenue, touring veterans Carbon Leaf and Red Wanting Blue, and American Idol champion Kris Allen. Jordan Burger can be reached at jburger@relianttalent.com.
Kevin Castleman takes the lead in the Christian Music department at Reliant Talent Agency, leveraging his nearly 20 years of industry experience. His expertise in developing young talent in clubs and theaters has earned him a roster of impressive clients, including Chris Renzema, Jordy Searcy, and comedians Dustin Nickerson and Jonnie W. Kevin Castleman can be reached at kcastleman@relianttalent.com.
Brooke Ivey is the newly appointed agent for corporate and special events at Reliant Talent and arrives with a rich tapestry of experience. Boasting an impressive career spanning LeoEvents and APA in Nashville, Brooke has an extensive track record of successfully booking versatile artists, ranging from celebrity musicians and comedians to inspirational speakers. Notably, she achieved a historic milestone as the first female agent promoted from within APA’s Nashville Office. Brooke has been recognized for her dedication to empowering women in the industry. Brooke Ivey can be reached at bivey@relianttalent.com.
Ben Mench-Thurlow, a Berklee College of Music graduate, joins Reliant Talent Agency with 15 years of industry expertise. Armed with a diverse roster of rock and special attractions, including Hawthorne Heights, Anberlin, Emo Orchestra, and Is For Lovers Festivals, Mench-Thurlow stands out for his innovative, non-traditional booking approach. His remarkable skill lies in finding creative and unconventional avenues to introduce music to a broader and more diverse audience, breathing fresh life into the entertainment landscape. Ben Mench-Thurlow can be reached at bmenchthurlow@relianttalent.com.
For more information about Reliant Talent Agency, visit www.ReliantTalent.com.
About Reliant Talent: Headquartered in Nashville, Tenn., Reliant Talent is a boutique agency
with a foundation built on artist booking and representation while guiding strategic, long-term
growth for artists. Comprised of a growing team of veteran and contemporary agents with
decades of experience spanning major talent agencies, the company brings vast knowledge and
expertise in booking and live events across many different genres. Reliant Talent’s roster
includes Buddy Guy, Travis Tritt, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Nelly, Yacht Rock Revue, Rodney Carrington, Van Morrison, Hunter Hayes, Phil Vassar, Richard Marx, Steve Harvey, Everclear, Pam Tillis, Los Lonely Boys, Christone ‘Kingfish” Ingram. Reliant Talent Agency can be reached at info@relianttalent.com and 2909 Poston Ave Ste 200, Nashville, TN, 37203. For more information, visit www.relianttalent.com.
Ross Brandes
Jordan Burger
Kevin Castleman
Brooke Ivey
Ben Mench-Thurlow
