Jarrod Holley Joins Make Wake Artists

Jarrod Holley

Make Wake Artists founder Chris Kappy has announced the addition of Jarrod Holley to its artist management firm, home to Luke Combs, Jobe Fortner, and Drew Parker. Holley, who previously co-managed Suit Music, will operate out of Make Wake’s office on Music Row and will oversee operations for Fortner and Parker. Additionally, he’ll continue managing Jackie Lee, Jason Nix and Kid Politics.

“As soon as I knew Jarrod was a free agent, I knew I had to bring him on board,” says Kappy. “He shares our vision, and he brings experience to our ever-growing team, while also offering a new perspective.”

“I met Kappy and Luke in 2015 and was instantly drawn to their ability to put fans first while developing an incredibly strong organic following,” adds Holley. “Kappy has since become a great friend and mentor, and I’m ecstatic to join the Make Wake team.”

A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Holley began in the live entertainment space before moving to Nashville in 2011 to run day-to-day and digital for Frankie Ballard. He has since worked alongside Eli Young Band, Canaan Smith, and Eric Hutchinson, before starting Suit Music in 2015. He previously served on the Young Entertainment Professional’s (YEP) board in Nashville for five years. In addition to music, he is founder and co-owner of the hangover remedy, RallyPatch.

Holley can be reached at jarrod@makewake.net.