Artist Spotlight: Derek Webb

by Jacob Welsch

From getting his start in Texas-based folk/rock band, Caedmon’s Call, to then ruffling political & spiritual feathers alike during his nearly 20-year solo career, there is not much our very own Derek Webb hasn’t done. Derek has always been vocal about his work and his vision, and has recently made way with his highly anticipated upcoming album “The Jesus Hypothesis.”

Derek is not one to stop there. Through his journey of creating and putting together this upcoming project, he has decided to take his fans on a voyage of emotion, storytelling, and exploration of beliefs through his intimate house show tour across America.

You may be asking yourself, “So what exactly is a house show tour and how does that even work?” Here’s what happened;

We reached out to some of Derek’s biggest fans across the country in hubs. We planned dates, ticketing, cities, weekends, hosts, and venues. From a weekend in the midwest, to a weekend in Texas, to the pacific northwest, and even in Missouri, Derek is surely hitting a home near you soon. After the logistics, the rest is in the hands of the people who love him most, getting the chance to hear these stellar stories and songs in such an intimate setting. If you’re interested in learning more about how to host Derek in your home, read here!

A few of his upcoming stops within the next few months include Atlanta, Huntsville, Dallas, Houston, Indianapolis, Chicago, and more! Check out all dates here!

Get ready for the house tour with all things Derek on Spotify:

We at Olivia Management cannot thank Derek’s fans enough who have not only opened so many homes to share these beautiful stories, but have also poured so much back into these stories to share for years to come. Do not miss the next leg of Derek’s house show tour now through the Spring season!

New Year, New OM Merch

by Lauren Campbell

A new year calls for a new style, and OM artists' merch has got you covered—and what better way to show off the new you than by representing the new sounds and lyrics you love?

Like their music, each OM artist’s merch reflects their style. You can choose from pop artist Alex Blue’s cozy, minimalistic sweats to Ruthie Collins’s warm-toned graphic tees to perfectly depict your new styles and musical interests.

For fans of Jill Andrews's dreamy, angelic vocals with a down-to-earth Americana feel, the best-selling little red's revenge navy t-shirt may be your go-to top for a Saturday.

The musical stylings of bedroom pop artist Alex Blue are "So Good" and will make you want to drink coffee in bed on a lazy Saturday. To complete the experience, check out Alex Blue’s  'If You Are Changing, Congratulations' navy crewneck for the perfect cozy look. If you are up for some errands around noon, try on the Alex Blue Corduroy Hat (which is now on sale) and slip your essentials in the Alex Blue Font Eco Tote Bag.

Singer-songwriter Ruthie Collins's lyrics are pure Americana with west coast imagery. She sings about Dallas, Joshua Tree and Tennessee—and these places muted, warm colors are represented in the earthiness of the Ruthie Navy Logo Tee. Elevate your outfit with the ultra-versatile 'Wish You Were Here' Bandana for a subtly stylish western look.

Soft, warm and bright: these sensory images may appear in your mind as you listen to breezy stylings of Hush Kids—or when viewing their graphic designs, like this Hush Kids Oasis T-Shirt.

For more information about which merchandise is best for you, check out each artist’s name link for their websites or check them out on Spotify, Apple Music, or your preferred streaming platform.

ZG Smith EP Release Show

The son of a shipwreck diver and underwater archaeologist father, ZG Smith has grown up around the unknown and like his father before him he is about to traverse the unknown with the release of his forthcoming EP ‘Nighttime Animal’.

Due to the mass shutdown of the pandemic, Smith found himself falling back in love with music again. Spending his days hand laying over 1200 bricks to build a patio in his backyard, it gave him opportunity to dive back in to listening to music for enjoyment. These songs, from North African desert blues to EDM all the way ‘90s hip hop, informed the 6 songs that make up the ‘Nighttime Animal’ EP.

In celebration of this release on 23rd February, ZG Smith will be taking the stage at The East Room with support from Julia Cannon and Kiely Connell. We will see Smith play his EP in full, in what will be a night of high intensity and celebration for everyone involved. Get your tickets here.

Listen below for the latest single from the ‘Nighttime Animal’ EP.

The Sewing Club's Newest Single, "Cool Girl" Has Arrived

by Maddie Humble

Are you tired of trying to be a cool girl?

The Sewing Club, a five-piece band on the rise made up of Hannah McElroy (lead singer/writer), Stephen Meaux (electric guitar), Will Harris (bass guitar), Justin McKinney (electric guitar) and Zach McCoy (drums) have just released their newest single and it is bedroom rock gold. If you are craving the nostalgic feeling of listening to 90’s rock along with a modern sparkly pop spin, this is the band for you.

The Sewing Club’s latest single, “Cool Girl” transports the listener to a time where maybe they have not felt so “cool.” McElroy uses her gentle yet gritty vocals to describe a time where she felt like she was trying too hard to impress another person but getting nothing in return. The lyrics are so fantastic because this is something most people can relate to. Meaux’s guitar and Harris’ bass skills add another level of grittiness that gives a 90’s ambience and edge while McCoy’s beat on the drums is infectious. It’s the perfect angsty tune to jam out to in your car or in an underground club.

However, if you want to hear this song live, then you’re in some luck! Not only has The Sewing Club taken Nashville by storm, but they are about to take the whole U.S. by storm as a special guest on the Arlie’s Angels U.S. tour with Arlie!

Here are the tour dates to catch The Sewing Club in your neck of the woods:

Trevor Lombardi

Finally, go listen to "Cool Girl"on all streaming platforms!

Ringing in the New Year at Olivia Management

by Jacob Welsch

As we finally settle back into the office after the holidays, we at Olivia Management are not delaying when it comes to working towards the company’s resolutions for 2023. When we set goals for ourselves and as a team, we are then able to push ourselves to perform our best work for our artists and clients. With that being said, Olivia has set forth some ‘champagne goals’ and cannot wait to see all that our artists will be up to this year.

We know you’re probably asking yourself, what are these champagne goals you speak of? These goals are a few of our resolutions as a company in the new year and each time we reach one, we pop open some bubbly to celebrate. From playing at new venues and festivals, releasing new music, touring in new cities, and gaining more recognition, read below to see a few of our specific champagne goals!

Headlining the Ryman has always been a dream of ours. Most of our artists are Nashville based and have spent their entire lives seeings shows in this stunning venue in hopes of performing there one day. Olivia Records reaching a combined one million streams, a record going gold, and any of our artists reaching over a million monthly listeners are obvious goals when it comes to popping the bubbly. Lastly, after working with several Grammy-nominated artists, we believe all of our artists have what it takes to take it to the next level.

And don’t worry about missing our artists this year! Everyone is keeping busy recording and writing new music, planning releases, and touring around the states. So get your tickets to see your favorite artists before you regret it! A few of our artists starting the year off on tour include The Sewing Club, Mary Gauthier, and Derek Webb.

We hope you won’t miss us on the road this year! The Sewing Club is heading on tour with Arlie, Derek Webb is in the middle of his House Show Tour, and Mary Gauthier is soon joining the True Heart Troubadour Tour. We also have some home shows coming within the next few months so we hope you stay tuned.

Olivia Management wishes everyone a happy and healthy 2023. We hope to see you at one of our shows and hope you remember that we truly could not do any of this without you. We also hope that you not only surround yourself with good people and good music this year, but that you take the time to create a few champagne goals for yourself and celebrate all that you have accomplished.

What Excellence Means to Olivia Management

by Juils Cervizzi

“We are committed to excellence, honesty, integrity, and genuine connection.”

Here at Olivia Management, we strive to provide excellence, and nothing less, for our artists. How do we do this? Keep reading and find out!

Erin Anderson

Manager, Founder, and CEO

“With hundreds of tour dates, links, and venue names, we've learned how easy it is to make mistakes. So, we made it a rule that no emails or posts go out to fans without multiple people double checking them. Also, we try to keep the office snack box full of good snacks so we stay happy and fueled to provide excellent work!”

Mackenzie Fey

Manager, Touring & Marketing Coordinator

“When stepping into any setting where I’m representing our artists, the company, and myself, I strive to have excellence visible in words I say, emails I send, social posts I schedule, shows I attend, and beyond. This can include having someone double check a tour poster for accuracy, carving out intentional time for new marketing ideas for our artists, connecting with people who are kind through and through, thinking before speaking, etc.”

Grace Carey-Hill

Touring & Marketing Assistant

“We want to go above and beyond when supporting our artists' dreams and businesses. With applications like Artist Growth and Asana, we try to make sure that we provide as much information and attention to every area in the artists' lives. Our ideal situation is to have all of our artist’s questions and worries answered before they can even pose the question.”

Maddy Hicks

Marketing & Logistics Assistant

“I think a good example of excellence is when our artists ask us to do something and we can tell them we already did it! We stay on top of things to make sure they feel taken care of.”

New Release From ZG Smith!

By Anna Sampson

ZG Smith is the Los Angeles-born, Nashville-based son of an English professor mother and a shipwreck diver and underwater archaelogist father. For over ten years, he fronted the band Smooth Hound Smith who headlined tours in the US, Europe, and the UK and supported artists like The Chicks, Collective Soul, Trombone Shorty, Jamestown Revival, and many more. Following the release of their third album in 2019 and a month-long European tour in February 2020, the band’s eventual hiatus caused Smith to refocus towards other artistic pursuits.

“I started seeking out music again like I did when I was younger. I realized that I had been so focused on Smooth Hound Smith and had been trying to push the band forward, that I stopped listening to music just for enjoyment. Because of the pandemic, I had time, so I dug a massive hole in my backyard, leveled it off, and laid a patio of over 1,200 bricks, all by hand. It took me about a month. I would just be out there all day in the sun listening to North African desert blues, EDM, ‘90s hip hop, or bizarre, outsider folk music. A lot of that stuff really informed the music I ended up creating months later.”

ZG Smith has released his first solo single, “Let Me Back In,” just last month! Listen to it below!

Watch the official lyric video for Let Me Back In below!

With even more exciting news, ZG Smith is releasing a brand new single tonight! Stay tuned at midnight tonight to be some of the first to hear “Nighttime Animal” (Presave HERE!)

ZG Smith is also playing live shows this month, listed below:

  • Friday, November 11, 8:00pm at The East Room in Nashville, TN - Roanoke Album Release Party Featuring: ZG Smith and Purser

  • Thursday, November 17, 8:00pm at The Underdog in Nashville, TN - ZG Smith w/ Megan Elsier

  • December 1, 9:00pm at The Basement in Nashville, TN - Phillip-Michael Scales w/ ZG Smith

Get your tickets for any of these shows, HERE!

Holiday Season at OM

by: Cole Bishop

Halloween has just come to an end and we are now officially moving into the holiday season. Here at OM, the holiday spirit is already in the air with our Christmas tree standing tall in the office while our newly repaired SONOS speaker (after many hours of hard work fixing) plays the new Christmas music of our amazing artists! We’re excited to share with you some of the new shows and projects that our artists have going on for the holiday season!

Hush Kids

Hush Kids has already released two Christmas singles over this past month! Be sure to check out their fantastic versions of “All I Want For Christmas Is You” and “It’s Christmas” on all streaming platforms!

Jill Andrews

Jill is going on her first ever tour of the UK this month! She’ll be playing at a new venue almost every day in Glasgow, Manchester, London, Birmingham, and many more great cities from November 4th until November 19th. Be sure to snag a ticket before it’s too late! Get your tickets here!

The Sewing Club

NEW RELEASE ALERT! The Sewing Club will be releasing “Hard Candy Christmas” on November 11th. We’re so excited for you all to hear this amazing song! Stay tuned on their socials here!

Street Corner Symphony

We’re also pumped to say that Street Corner Symphony will be playing at Franklin Theater on December 20th! We know they’re going to put on a great show and we hope you all get a chance to make it! Ticket link here!

We hope you all get a chance to enjoy all of the cool things that our artists are doing this holiday season!

Jill Andrews Fall Tour!

By Anna Sampson

From her days fronting lauded Americana group, the Everbodyfields, to her successful solo career as a writer and performer, Jill Andrews’ music has taken her far from her East Tennessee home. She has collaborated and shared the stage with countless celebrated artists including the Avett Brothers, Langhorne Slim, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, and the Secret Sisters, and her music has been featured on Grey’s Anatomy, The Good Wife, Nashville, Wynonna Earp and This Is Us.

Featuring emotional melodies, intimate storytelling, and vocals that soar even at a whisper, Andrews’ third studio album, Thirties, is a deviation, it resists contemplating the big, loud questions of the world, and rather, invites listeners to look inward, keeping us closer to home than ever before. Along with a full-colour, hard-cover companion book, Thirties released in early 2020. During quarantine, Andrews’ combed through her songwriting catalog and dug up treasures she had written as far back as 2013.

She released both the Vultures and Ellen EPs in 2021, celebrating her darker side and folk song writing roots respectively.

Jill has most recently released an EP of songs, recorded in Nashville’s Parthenon in June of 2022. Titled “Jill Andrews (The Parthenon Sessions)”, listen above!

For the past few weeks, Jill Andrews has been on the road with Clem Snide on their fall 2022 US tour! Sadly this is one of the last two shows that they have left on this leg of the tour, if you find yourself in Lexington, Kentucky tonight, October 19, they’re heading to the Burl, get your tickets here!

The Jill Andrews and Clem Snide tour is wrapping up at Nashville’s 3rd & Lindsley tomorrow, October 20! Make sure you don’t miss it, get your tickets here!

Excitingly, Jill Andrews is hitting the road once again in the UK in just two short weeks! Get your tickets here as well!

Stay up to date with news from Jill on her socials!

Nashville Local Musts

by Jacob Welsch

As the Fall Season begins to make an appearance, we all know that the days begin to get shorter, the weather begins to get colder, and the urgency to do all things Fall related grows significantly. Here at Olivia Management, we believe that in the busyness of the season, the most important thing you can do for yourself is to take some time and enjoy the finer things in life, which is why we have compiled exactly all the things you must do in Nashville before the year is over.

 

12th South Farmers Market

To start, we believe that one of the most important things, especially when living in a place like Nashville, Tennessee, is to truly feel like a local. Every Tuesday from 4-7pm, locals get the chance to not only shop and eat from some of the best local vendors Nashville has to offer, but you also get the chance to dodge the craziness and traffic of 12th South on the weekends. Don’t miss this fun for all opportunity though, this farmers market will only be active the rest of October before it gets too cold!

 

Enjoy the local venues and artistS

What better activity is there to do in Music City than listening to music? As a local, it’s important not only to explore local venues, but it’s also important to explore the artists that go along with these venues. Check out some of our favorite shows coming up in Nashville this season!

Jill Andrews and Clem Snide - 3rd & Linsley - October 20th @ 8pm - Get your tickets here!

Street Corner Symphony - Franklin Theatre - December 20th @ 8pm - Get your tickets here!

 

Escape the city for a movie

Do you ever sit at home on a Friday night wondering what to do but at the same time wishing it was easier to avoid the hustle and bustle of the city? Look no further. Catch a movie at Stardust Drive-In one weekend and cuddle up with the people you love. You may or may not see us at Don’t Worry Darling or their Fall classics this season…

 

percy warner park

As the seasons are changing, there is not better time to not only get in touch with Mother Nature, but there is truly no better time to keep active. One of Nashville’s biggest hidden gems, Percy Warner Park, is the perfect place for this. For an afternoon picnic, quick jog, or rigorous six mile hike, the nature and colors will help you have the perfect escape from the city.

 

Cheekwood Estate & Garden

At last, a Nashville Fall would not be complete without a trip to Belle Meade to Cheekwood Estate for the Fall Festival and LIGHTS garden. Cheekwood is Nashville’s one stop shop for all the festivities that entail this holiday season. Carve a pumpkin. See some Christmas lights. Drink some hot chocolate. Go on a date. The world is your oyster at Cheekwood Estate.

Fall Flicks

by Cole Bishop

Fall is now upon us bringing aesthetically pleasing colors and cool weather to us all. One of the best parts about the fall season is when it occasionally gets a little too cold and we can all sit inside missing out on nature’s beauty as we binge watch our favorite movies without an ounce of guilt. Everyone has at least one movie that really gets them in the fall spirit so I decided to ask the team at OM which movie they felt really got them in the mood for cool weather and pumpkins.

Erin

First up is our head honcho Erin. When I asked Erin the movie she felt represented the fall season she immediately answered with the 90’s classic You’ve Got Mail. Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan star in this complex love story that brings Erin in the fall spirit with, “the soundtrack, Meg Ryan’s fashion choices, and New York in the fall.” Erin concluded by saying: “I love everything about it.”

Grace

Grace then added her pick saying that the 2019 version of Little Women got her in the fall spirit. Grace picked this fantastic movie because of the, “Massachusetts fall, fashion, optimal soundtrack” and finished by saying, “something about the love stories are oh so cozy to me.”

Anna

Next up is Anna. Anna added another 90’s movie to the fall roster with Hocus Pocus. This Bette Midler and Sarah Jessica Parker film is a classic for the spooky season of fall.

Juils

Juils veered into TV with her pick being Gilmore Girls. This show set the tone for the early to mid 2000’s and is a great pick to binge in the fall months.

Cole

Without hesitation, my go-to fall movie will always be Dan In Real Life. I grew up watching and rewatching this movie with my family and it will always be my comfort movie for the fall season. This feel-good Steve Carrell movie is well-worth the watch.

At Olivia Management, we love to reflect on the things that make us happiest. This fall movie reflection was a great way for us all to take a second and dive into a little bit of nostalgia in thinking of movies that comfort us the most. We hope that you too get the chance to reflect and maybe curl up on the couch and enjoy a great piece of nostalgia of your own!

Nashville Eats & OM Beats

by Jacob Welsch

Here at Olivia Management, there are three things we love more than anything. Good music, Good people, and most importantly- Good food. We often find ourselves exploring Nashville’s finest eateries but wish there was some way we knew exactly what to listen to while satisfying our cravings.

After further investigation and finding what paired best with Nashville’s most popular spots; we have made it easy for you to take the day for yourself, plug in your headphones, and munch munch crunch crunch! Follow along as we show you what songs by our artists will pair best with the top restaurants in Music City.

 

Milk & Honey - “Morning is Made” by Hush Kids

To start us off, Picture this: It’s Tuesday Morning. You decide instead of working from home today, you’re going out of your comfort shell and getting work done at Milk & Honey. What are you ordering? Nova Lox Bagel. What are you listening too? Morning is Made by Hush Kids. The perfect start to the day.

 

615 Deli - “Trying” by The Sewing Club

As the afternoon comes and you’re ready for lunch, not only do you need the perfect sandwich or burger combo, but you also need that perfect song to keep you going and energized. The Sewing Club is offering you just this. “Trying” is the perfect afternoon pump up paired with The Legend Sandwich.

 

Pastaria Italian Dining - “Landslide” by Alex Blue

Entertain us one again if you will. It’s a rainy Friday evening and after the long week you just had, you want nothing more than to order takeout and sit on the couch with a glass of wine and some Italian food. We believe that a bowl of Chitarra al Pomodoro pairs perfectly with your favorite white wine and Alex Blue’s cover of Landslide.

 

Cafe Intermezzo - “Hold onto My Hand” by Peter Groenwald

For dessert, Cafe Intermezzo is bringing the cake and Peter Groenwald is bringing the tunes. Red Velvet Torte and “Hold onto My Hand.” That’s it.

 

Dino’s Dive Bar and Grill - “One in the Morning” by Smooth Hound Smith

Lastly, always a fan favorite- Dino’s. Dino’s is a Nashville classic and we believe that Smooth Hound Smith is your best bet when it comes to your late night feasting with the besties at one in the morning.

At Olivia Management, we hope that you are able to not only enjoy some quality food, but some of our favorite songs to go with these bites and the people you love. We also believe it is important to explore locally owned restaurants and upcoming artist to not only achieve full stomachs, but also full ears, and full hearts.

The Sewing Club Releases New Single, "I Like to Break Things"

By Anna Sampson

The Sewing Club is a four piece bedroom rock band based in Nashville, TN! They have just released their new single, “I Like to Break Things.”

The Sewing Club, four piece band made up of Hannah McElroy (lead singer/writer), Stephen Meaux (Electric Guitar), Will Harris, (Bass Guitar), and Zach McCoy (Drums), create a sound that is reminiscent of sparkly 90’s rock and grunge with hints of punk and Nashville indie influences. They began as a band in the basements of their college homes in Nashville, Tennessee. The Sewing Club now call Nashville home, and continue to spread their sound through all of the southern regions and beyond!

Following their September 9 release of “I Like to Break Things,” The Sewing Club released their music video for the song on September 16! The dreamy lights and colors of this video create a beautiful aura to what seems like would be a dark damp basement, in any other setting! Confirming the speculation of this band liking to break things… in some scenes the video depicts some of the band members smashing various objects.

Recording in Stephen’s garage, bedroom, or in the hills of Hartsville, TN at Polychrome Ranch, they have stayed true to their DIY Rock roots. The Sewing. Club has also released singles “Trying,” “Clarity,” and “My Dad Wants You Dead” with Jared Corder of *Repeat Repeat. The band continues to write and record at The Ranch, working hard on their debut EP that is set to release soon.

Check out more of their music below!

Come see The Sewing Club play “I Like To Break Things” and more at the East Room on Thursday, September 29!!

Our 2022 AmericanaFest Showcase Recap

by Juils Cervizzi

Although AmericanaFest has been happening in Nashville for the past 22 years, Olivia Management has hosted an official event for the past three! Last night kicked off the beginning of the festival and showcased almost all of OM’s amazing artists! Let’s take a look at how it went!

Jeremy lister

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Jeremy Lister, from Street Corner Symphony, started us off with a beautiful acoustic set and even took song requests from the audience!

Lauren balthrop

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Next up was Lauren Balthrop! She has toured with notable artists like Sara Bareilles and recorded a record with Olivia Management’s very own record label, Olivia Records. She started off with an acoustic song and followed with two songs on electric!

Madeleine Kelson

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Next was Madeleine Kelson! She performed an amazing set with really cool song concepts. Madeleine has also made a record with Olivia Records!

Derek Webb

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Next was Derek Webb! Derek was extremely open with the audience when sharing the stories behind his songs and powerful lyrics.

Hush Kids

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Next we had both individual and group performances from the members of Hush Kids, Jill Andrews and Peter Groenwald! Both artist’s individual sets were breathtaking and unique. When the powerful duo came together to play, it created an atmosphere that kept the whole audience mesmerized!

ZG Smith

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Next was ZG Smith! He showed off his guitar talents and soothing voice while playing songs featured on his upcoming EP.

The Sewing Club

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Lastly, to finish off the night was The Sewing Club! They gave a chill modern vibe as they played their extremely catchy and emotional songs.

OM Summer Highlights

by Cole Bishop

Soon, t-shirts will be turning into sweaters as the fall season will be upon us. This transitional period is always exciting as pumpkins start hitting porches and we all start wearing our favorite pair of pants we haven’t worn since the temperature hit 90 degrees and decided to hang out there for a while. We at Olivia Management felt that this was a perfect time to reflect on some of the great things that have happened in our lives over this past summer season. Here are some of the highlights that the team shared with me!

Erin Anderson

Erin started with a great summer story about some time she spent at National Parks, saying:

“I went to Yellowstone and the Grand Teton National Parks and it was spectacular. It was a great reminder that we are small and our problems are small and the world is big and beautiful.”

Mackenzie Fey

Mackenzie started her great summer experience by saying: “mine was too easy to choose.”

“In June, I made my way over to Wilmington, NC with my roommate Annabelle to visit our good friends Steph and Jacob. We beached a lot and just basked in the glory of finally being reunited after so long. It’s my favorite thing to think about lately.”

Anna Layne Sampson

Anna Layne shared a great trip she took to Portland saying:

“I went to Portland, Maine with my mom and sister to see Phoebe Bridgers play! We hung out in the city, went shopping around town for a couple days, and went swimming on the lake!”

Jacob Welsch

Jacob shared a fun trip he took to Chicago saying:

“I visited Chicago for the first time and saw the bean with some good friends! It easily turned into one of my favorite trips I have ever taken.”

Cole Bishop

My favorite part of the summer was going home and staying at my family’s lakehouse for a few weeks! I grew up going to this lake and it’s always the highlight of my summers to get to go!

Maddy Hicks

Maddy talked about going to a music festival in Ohio:

“Right at the end of August, I went to Wonderbus Music Festival in Ohio! One of our friends is from Columbus, so we stayed with her family which was a blast. The highlight was seeing Lorde - I will never recover.”

We love getting to share a little about ourselves and our lives outside of the office! Here at Olivia Management we love to celebrate the joys in life. They’re all important! Thanks for sticking with us and we hope you all feel encouraged to reflect on the great experiences you had this summer.





Fall Essentials at Olivia Management

by Jacob Welsch

The transition from Summer to Fall has always been a favorite of mine. As the days slowly get shorter, and the need for a Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte becomes more evident, September is the best time to snuggle up on the couch with your favorite people, and most importantly- your favorite fall soundtrack. Here at Olivia Management, we love just that. Because of this, we have taken it upon ourselves to set you up for success when it comes to this new season. So cuddle up, because we asked our team for their go-to Autumn record that will ensure you the coziest season full of warmth, spice, love, and festivities.

Erin - “Life in Slow Motion” by David Gray

To start us off, the woman behind it all has chosen an early 2000’s classic, “Life in Slow Motion” by David Gray. Paired alongside her favorite recipe from Alison Roman, nothing quite gets better than this record and a bowl of Spiced Chickpea Stew!

 

Merk - “For Emma, Forever Ago” by Bon Iver

Up next, Merk has chosen Bon Iver’s first album, and a touchstone of the indie folk genre, “For Emma, Forever Ago.”

Fun fact: This album was recorded in a cabin in the woods while founder Justin Vernon was taking some time away for self reflection. If that doesn’t scream Fall, I don’t know what does.

 

Grace - “Tapestry” by Carol King

Grace has chosen not only an album we all should know and love, but also a masterpiece.

“Tapestry” by Carol King was long before its time and has impacted the music industry more than we will ever know, especially for women. This album not only topped the U.S. album chart for fifteen weeks in 1971, but it also remained on the charts for six years after its initial release. A fall MUST!

 

Maddy - “Red” by Taylor Swift

Moving on to the Swiftie of the office, Taylor Swift’s “Red “ is a staple for more than just Maddy. For the sad girl autumn, or for the post break-up comeback, this album has everything you need to get you through the Fall.

 

Anna Layne - “This Empty Northern Hemisphere” by Gregory Alan Isakov

Although “Red” comes in first for Anna Layne as well, “This Empty Northern Hemisphere” is a close second place. This heartfelt, honest, and authentic album will leave anyone in the cozy spirit and ready to curl up in a ball on the couch.

 

Jacob - “Surrender” by Maggie Rogers

I am a strong believer that anything by Maggie Rogers is a year round listen. “Surrender” specifically dives deeper into emotion, sexuality, and freedom, delivering anything your heart could desire in this season of change which is why it is so important to immerse yourself in this album.

Juils - “Somewhere Only We Know” by Keane

For Juils, “Somewhere Only We Know” is the single song that captures every aspect of Fall in her books. The right amount of love, hope, yearning, and comfort.

You’ve made it! You are officially ready for Fall and all things cozy.

At Olivia Management, we pride ourselves on knowing good music when we hear it. We hope that this not only helps you smoothly transition from Summer to Fall, but our hope is that you also take time for yourself to cuddle up, drink a pumpkin spice latte, and know exactly the music to help you spice up your Fall season.