Joe Stansberry
Joe is my older brother and one of my biggest musical influences. He's always pushed me to be more creative and to never settle. He's also one of my biggest supporters and advocates. Joe plays keys, auxiliary percussion and sings in my band, but also has an amazing solo project.
Blackwatch Studios
I recorded my Self Portrait EP at Blackwatch. Jarod Evans is a co-owner of this studio and produced the record. They are doing some amazing work out of this boutique studio in Norman, OK.
Crissinger PR
I met Rob Crissinger at my first job out of college. We've stayed in touch over the years and now collaborate on music and entertainment projects. Rob served as my publicist for Self Portrait EP tour dates and local televisions appearances.
Grant Stevens
Grant was in the original Matt Stansberry Band (MSB) and played keys, trumpet and sang. He played trumpet on my solo record as well on 'Love Struck' and 'I'm So Blue'. Grant's also got a solo project as well with some great jazz, funk, pop tunes. You can catch Grant every Saturday night at The Skirvin Hotel in downtown OKC.
Gas Can Music
Gas Can was founded by Bob Bradley who I met when releasing my first solo record. He was previously the marketing director for Authentik Artists and this is his new publishing company.
Acoustic Oklahoma
This was started in 2010 by Casey Friedman and he's done such an amazing job getting artists from all over the state to come sit in his chair in front of a white wall and film an acoustic song live.
Brine Webb
Brine plays bass in my band and also has his own solo project going. He's one of the most musical people I've ever been around, seriously.
Mandy Stansberry Photography
Mandy is my wife and also one heck of a photographer. She has done a majority of my photo shoots and I hire to work on many projects for Nominee.
Christopher Wray
Christopher is a very talented musicians, songwriter and all around good guy. On tour in LA he's been kind enough to sit in on lap steel. He released an EP called A-Sides featuring ?uestlove (The Roots) and Pino Palladino (The Who and John Mayer).
People To People International
I'm a member of the PTPI Oklahoma City chapter. My dad is chairman of PTPI worldwide and my brother is president of the OKC chapter. The purpose of PTPl is to enhance international understanding and friendship through educational, cultural and humanitarian activities involving the exchange of ideas and experiences directly among peoples of different countries and diverse cultures.
ACM@UCO
I'm currently an adjunct professor at the only 'School of Rock' in the country. The school is part of the University of Central Oklahoma and its campus is in downtown Oklahoma City in the historic Bricktown District. Scott Booker both manages the Flaming Lips and is CEO of the school which opened its doors in 2009.
Modern Rock Diaries
You can catch me playing guitar at live shows with Modern Rock Diaries from time to time. If you are into bands like Modest Mouse, The National or other epic, indie-rock bands you’ll dig these guys.
Authentik Artists
Authentik was founded by Scott Austin, former A&R rep for Maverick, Warner Bros and Capital Records. Scott believed in me and signed me to his label/publishing company in 2009 and we released Self Portrait EP together.
Graham Colton
Graham was the executive producer on the Self Portrait EP and was also a co-writer on a few of the songs. I met Graham in high school but we didn't reconnect until 2008. He's helped me tremendously as both a friend and an artist. Graham was also my design company's first client.
Oklahoma Music Business 101
I'm one of the panelists in this group. We host music industry related panels which serve as a great outlet to learn, share knowledge and network with others involved in the music business at all levels. Our first panels were held in Oklahoma City and Tulsa in March 2011. Visit the website for any upcoming events.
OKC Thunder
I've become a huge fan of my local heroes, OKC Thunder. I'm not just listing them because I'm into sports, because I'm actually not that into sports, but I am listing them because of how much they've done for our city and community. We're no longer the city that had the bombing, we're also the city with an amazing NBA basketball team, home of the Flaming Lips and many other things I'm proud to claim.
The GTD Group
GTD was founded by my dad, Mark A. Stansberry. He has a radio talk show entitled The Monthly Roundtable on KCFO in Tulsa, OK, guests include oscar winning producer, Gray Frederickson, Mary Eisenhower, granddaughter of Pres Eisenhower and Michael Reagan. He also works in the energy, entertainment, international trade and investment sectors among other things.
Topspin Media
My design company, Nominee Design Studio, is a partner with Topspin Media. The leading online direct-to-fan marketing and sales tool for bands.
