About
Music Bureau
Introducing The Music Bureau, where passion meets precision in the realm of music programming and booking. As a specialized agency, we pride ourselves on offering a seamlessly organized and streamlined experience, alleviating the headaches often associated with the intricate process of curating musical events. Our unique approach combines a bespoke, custom touch with a hands-on, white-glove service that caters to the diverse needs of our clients.
Specializing in the coordination of live entertainment and DJ bookings, The Music Bureau also extends its services to :
Custom Playlist Curation
Event Consultation Services
Audio/Visual/Lighting
Staging
Site Operations
Place your confidence in us to handle the details., allowing you to focus on creating memorable moments, growing your business, and ensuring lasting success!
Founded by highly experienced musicians and talent buyers, The Music Bureau was born out of a desire to fill a void in the hospitality industry. Our team brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise, ensuring that every musical aspect is tailored to perfection. Whether you’re hosting a grand event or an intimate gathering, we are committed to delivering an unparalleled musical experience that resonates with your vision. Trust The Music Bureau to transform your event into a harmonious celebration, where the art of music meets the precision of professionalism.
At Music Bureau, our unwavering passion for Live Music and DJ Booking, coupled with meticulous Event Production/Coordination and Booking experience, fuels our commitment to curate extraordinary experiences for events of any scale. From weekly programming to large stage activations, music festivals, corporate celebrations, and private parties, we infuse every occasion with a touch of musical magic.
Our mission is to seamlessly weave an enchanting tapestry for our clients’ guests, ensuring an unforgettable experience. Simultaneously, we create a harmonious and efficient working environment for our talented artists and dedicated staff.
With a keen eye for instrumental styles, aesthetics, and the unique personality of sound, our experienced team carefully matches these elements to craft memorable and distinctive experiences. This emphasis on meticulous attention to detail results in uniquely curated shows that leave a lasting impact.
At Music Bureau, we believe in the transformative power of music – a gift that heals, brings joy, and inspires. Rooted in this belief, our company culture is built on a relentless drive, a strong moral compass, and an unshakable commitment to both our clients and artistic partnerships.
• We strive for excellence in customer service, taking pride in planning and operating some of the most exceptional events and musical experiences in Tampa / Central Florida.
• Our commitment to delivering top talent not only enhances venue and event revenue growth but also contributes to an overall elevated customer experience.
• Founded and operated by both passionate musicians and talent buyers we understand both sides of the transaction and work hard to make it as stressless as possible for everyone.
• Music Bureau is deeply invested in the growth of the music community in Tampa.
• Our core values encompass integrity, commitment, tenacity, honor, organization, and streamlined simplicity for our partners.
• With a professional corporate infrastructure, we provide a boutique personal touch with a white-glove approach.
• We cultivate partnership-level relationships, going beyond the typical client/vendor dynamic, and demonstrating a commitment that extends far beyond the ordinary.
Team
Cliff Brown
Grammy award-winning music producer Cliff Brown has become a “go-to” name in Central Florida for the entertainment industry. As a music producer, he has cut platinum and gold selling records for artists such as Usher, 112, Keyshia Cole, G-Unit, Buddy Guy, and more. The signing of a publishing deal with Warner Chappell led him to win a Grammy for R&B Album of the year on Mary J. Blige’s “The Breakthrough” album. Cliff has also been blessed to have directed and worked with many bands such as FAMU Marching Band, reggae legends such as Yellowman, and to have produced for the Christian powerhouse label “Reach Records.”
As a world-class DJ and artist Cliff has shared the bill with Usher, Maroon 5, and the Black Keys, as well as fronting numerous bands performing with Kenny Chesney, Dustin Lynch, Luke Bryan and many more.
Cliff and his hometown sweetheart Crystal have three children. Together they own and operate “Crown Entertainment”, Central Florida’s premier wedding and corporate event entertainment service where they provide top-notch coordinators, performers, and DJs to fortune 500 companies and music festivals in the Southeast.
Aaron LeSage
From an early age, Aaron LeSage’s field of endeavor has been Music and Creative Arts. Aaron began his entrepreneurial career in his hometown of Ocala, Florida as a DJ. After significant success, Aaron chose to expand his talents and knowledge by pursuing a degree in Record Engineering at Full Sail University in Orlando, Florida. After obtaining his degree, Aaron was chosen for a competitive internship with Disney World’s Music Department followed by an internship in New York with MTV as a production assistant. He also interned at the famed Goldcrest Studios and shortly after landed a full-time position as an audio assistant at Napolean Sound. Where he also gained experience in Commercial/Advertising audio production.
Fully embracing the entrepreneurial lifestyle, Aaron continued to expand his network amongst New York’s finest for 3 years. Aaron developed many life long relationships and professional connections through his work in New York. After several grueling winters, he decided to get back to his roots in Florida. In 2007, Aaron obtained his real estate license in the midst of the market crash. Shortly after meeting Joey Krash (DJ X-cell NYC Future Flavors) and forming Tha Mixfits Dj/Production duo led him back to familiarity and his passion for music and brand marketing. His reputation as a highly desirable top DJ/music business professional and self-taught entrepreneur has led to noteworthy success in his professional career. Aaron was the official Tampa Bay Lightning DJ for 3 seasons, Help several residencies at some of Tampa’s most note-worthy nightclubs and lounges including Blue Martini, AJA, Drynk, Hard Rock Casino, and The Lodge. He is also the Co-Founder of Ol’ Dirty Sunday’s at Crowbar in Ybor, and is a partner of a show production and culture curation company called FWDthinkers.
Aaron sought out to expand his portfolio and skillset in the Marketing Industry. After a short tenure with a local marketing firm as a Brand Developer/Designer and Creative Consultant, in 2016 co-founded Within Marketing . As with all of his professional ventures, Aaron has become a master of his craft. Within’s vision to help “build your brand from the inside out” has served as Within Marketing’s tagline. Now with the Five5 Ent., Aaron looks to help connect talented musicians and clients with his experience and passion in music, marketing, and business development.
Taylor K Flom
Ken Apperson
Director of Artist & Client Relations
From Midwest, To Obsessed…
St. Louis born, Florida based, Ken Apperson is a musician on a journey. From his beginnings as a teenaged songwriter and frontman seeing first successes on pop and rock radio in his home town, to his first tours and venue residences in Missouri and the surrounding region, to emerging as a constantly in demand solo artist and performer upon his arrival in the Southeast, Ken has walked through genres, guitar in hand.
In 2011, Ken Apperson released his first solo EP, entitled “Puzzle Pieces” and with a song writer based sound and groove oriented backing group, began a performance run that included prominent venues in the Bay Area such as the Ritz, Jannus Live, Curtis Hixon Park‘s music series, Williams Park Festival, the Orpheum, Crowbar Live, singer songwriter haven the Hideaway Cafe and many more.
Soon opening slots for touring acts followed, and Ken performed as support for Sister Hazel, Rob Thomas, and others, before making his way to Nashville for songwriting collaboration and performances at Tootsie’s, Wanted Saloon and the Losers Bar.
The Pivot…
Fast-forward to 2020. When the pandemic ravaged the music industry, like so many others, Apperson was forced to reassess his career. He decided to team up with Lunarvue to create Coda Project, the Tampa Bay areas first live-streamed music talk show. As the Show’s host and producer, Apperson used the platform to showcase the regions best musical artists and help the Tampa Bay area fall in love with its homegrown music.
Coda Projects success attracted the attention of WMNF 88.5fm, who made the decision to offer Ken Apperson the opportunity to Host and produce Live Music Showcase, a drive time on-air show. Apperson accepted the position and continues to introduce the Tampa Bay area to its most talented and prolific musicians.
How It’s Going…
In addition to being a Radio host and Tampa music advocate, currently Ken Apperson has resumed performing all over the Tampa Bay area and is finalizing his long-anticipated EP. Release is set for later this year (2021).
Wearing his influences on his guitar, sounds ring out of Eric Clapton, John Mayer, James Taylor, Tom Petty, and more. Now with a fresh set of songs, and a more refined sound, Ken Apperson is in the middle of new travels; ones that will bring him to venues across the 50 United States and beyond.
Camden Lynn
Artist & Client Relations (DJ Dept)
Contact
Contact
General Inquiries
Booking@bookmusicbureau.com
Demo Policy
We are now only accepting demos in digital form. Please email Booking@BookMusicBureau.com with links to MP3 files (but NO MP3 email attachments please!), SoundCloud pages, or websites. Please remember to include contact details within the email body and keep your submission short and sweet, best tracks first.
Please don’t chase us for a response. If we like it we will get in touch with you.