Booking

Jeannie Franz

Jeannie has one of the most important roles on Ariel's team, first and foremost being Ariel's mom. Jeannie helps with social media marketing and bookings for Ariel. She will also oversee sponsorships. She and Volker also transport Ariel to shows and other activities. 

Technical Director 

Volker Franz

Volker shares the parental responsibility with Jeannie, first as Ariel's father and second as the engineer and technical advisor for the team. He also helps with social media marketing. 

Producer/Songwriter

Curt Ryle, Clarksville Creative Sound

Curt is owner of Clarksville Creative Sound in Tennessee. He writes songs with CCS artists and mentors them in all aspects of the music business. He is also involved with American Country Network, working on "Small Town Sound" a multi-part series that features CCS artists and explores music in the small studio setting. 

Distribution

Dena Wood, NDXpress

Dena and Indiexpress are distributing indie music to more than 600 radio professionals and serve as the contact for free access to music for airplay, cover art and bios for promotion. Dena is also involved with i2i Records, helping NDXpress artists sell their music through digital downloads, a supplement to raising money through streaming.