A boutique artist management agency

Cool Hat Records

Cool Hat Records, founded in 2011, is an esteemed agency focused on managing and promoting international musicians, especially from Europe and South America.

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Cool Hat Records is known for its commitment to live performances and has embraced synchronization (sync) licensing as a key component of its artists' careers, particularly highlighted during the challenges of 2021. The agency represents a range of unique artists including:

Kommuna Lux

Ukraine

Odessa hooligan ensemble, created in 2021 from native and adopted sons of Odessa-Mama. Music genre — Odessa Gangsta Folk.

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Banda Taverna

Brazil

Bards from the magical mountains of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Makers of celtic and medieval influenced music, lovers of epic , fantasy and folk stories.

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Dunderhead

Sweden

Dunderhead is a Swedish bluegrass band known for their fresh and creative approach to the genre.

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Gustavo Fofao

Brazil

Brazilian multi-instrumentalist musician, he walks through the instrumental, Celtic/Irish, folk and blues genres, with emphasis on his fingerstyle guitar compositions.

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Árstíðir's

Iceland

The bedrock of Árstíðir's music is the chemistry between members, Daníel, Gunnar & Ragnar and their shared passion for vocal harmonies.

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Sophie Miller

About

My interest in music began in 2011 when I reconnected with an old friend, a
successful violinist, on social media. Inspired, I founded Cool Hat Records to manage
international musicians. Twelve years later, despite the challenges highlighted by Hunter S.
Thompson, I still enjoy the work. However, I am not looking for new clients. Here are the
detailed criteria for bands considering seeking management:

  • Bands must be able to commit 6-12 weeks for touring, requiring them to manage or suspend
    their day jobs, family responsibilities, and other life commitments during this period.
  • Bands should have at least three albums ready for release.
  • A well-designed T-shirt and one or two other items should be ready for merchandise sales
    at shows.
  • It’s essential that bands are financially stable enough to handle potential losses from a
    tour, including having a plan for recovery if the tour does not generate expected
    revenues.
  • Bands must demonstrate exceptional skill and passion in their music, contributing
    positively to the world through their performances.

I only actively seek out bands that meet these criteria, rather than taking
applications or
inquiries from many. My presence online is limited to a neglected Facebook page, reflecting
my selective approach to finding truly dedicated and talented bands.

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