meet the team behind funny face media
AJ KAsen
A.J. Kasen is a senior music executive serving as Senior Vice President & Head of A&R for Big Loud Rock, the rock and alternative imprint of Nashville-based Big Loud. In this role, he leads artist discovery, development, and strategic A&R initiatives within the rock division of the company.
Kasen began his music industry career in 2011 at Lava Records, where he worked with artists including Lorde, Jessie J, and Black Veil Brides. He later joined Better Noise Music as Director of A&R in 2015 and was promoted to Vice President by 2017, working closely with acts such as Mötley Crüe, AWOLNATION, Dirty Heads, Five Finger Death Punch, and The Hu.
At Big Loud Rock, Kasen has been instrumental in building the imprint’s roster and creative direction, helping bridge the label’s success into the rock and alternative space.
Morgan Young
With more than 25 years of experience in the entertainment industry, C3 manager Morgan Young has built a career guiding artists through every stage of development with sharp strategic insight and a deep respect for creative vision. Known for his hands-on approach and artist-first philosophy, Morgan is trusted for his ability to align long-term career strategy with the individual needs and ambitions of each act he represents.
“I’m having more fun than ever in my career,” Morgan says. “The partnership between manager and artist has never been more vital. As the industry continues to evolve, managers are wearing more hats than ever before—and success depends on staying nimble, deeply aligned, and fully committed to an artist’s vision.”
Morgan’s current roster includes The Revivalists, Band of Horses, Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, Jack’s Mannequin, Something Corporate, Crowe Boys, and Michigander, among others.
Dean Raise
Dean Raise is the founder of Raise Artist Management and a Grammy-nominated executive producer. Born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa, and now based between Austin and California, he has spent the past 17 years managing artists such as Rebelution, leading global marketing and branding campaigns, and producing immersive live events.
Beyond management, Dean is also an event promoter, record label owner, and the co-founder of the nonprofit Last Prisoner Project, which works to address the ongoing harms of cannabis criminalization through clemency, expungement, and re-entry support. He currently lives in Austin with his wife, daughter, and two dogs.
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