Testimonials

Intrepid Artists International consistently delivers top quality acts with heart and professionalism. Rick and his stellar team are always a pleasure to work with, offering support every step of the way. Rob Savoy – New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival

 

Intrepid Artists International , what can I say, professional, great to work with, great agents and always willing to go the extra mile for you. It is always a pleasure to work with Rick and his great team. Nothing but praise . Paul E. Benjamin – N Atlantic Blues Fest, Former President of The Blues Foundation Board

 

BluesCazorla celebrates its 25th anniversary next year and during all these years we have always worked hand in hand with Rick Booth and Intrepid.  Rick always has great acts and is a pleasure to work with.  Every year he also surprises us and our fans with new acts who blow the roof off our festival.  Our fans probably think that it is us who are on top of these new amazing artists, but it is really Rick and Intrepid!!! Chris Ortiz – Riff Productions, Live Nation – Cordoba, Spain

 

I’ve worked with LOTS of agencies, and I don’t think I’ve ever come across one who cares as much for the their artists as Intrepid does.  They consistently go the extra mile for their artists and it shows.  Working with them is an absolute privilege…  Eric Foss – Soundtrex Tour Management, Minneapolis, MN

 

I’ve been booking exceptional blues talent with Intrepid Artists for over 25 years. They really get the job done !  Always prompt , friendly and very effective… Charles  Ross – President, Tampa Bay Blues Festival, St Petersburg, FL 

 

We love the fact that Intrepid Artists represent four of our label’s bands. They’re terrific working partners, true professionals who provide lots of gig offers, watch every detail of contracts and riders, and keep our artists’ tour calendars very full. Plus, they are really dedicated to the musicians as people, and are true fans of every act they book. We look forward to many more happy years of working with Intrepid Artists… Bruce Iglauer -President, Alligator Records – Chicago, IL

 

Always a pleasure dealing with Rick and Jake – you guys are fair in your negotiations, and represent top-notch talent!… Max Adler – AEG Live, Las Vegas, NV

 

I really enjoy the cooperation with Rick Booth and his great team at Intrepid Artists. Professional, competent and flexible, a good sense of humour and exactly the right spirit. You guys rock!!!… Reinhard Buchmann – Tour booking agent at Jazzhaus Booking/Germany

 

I’ve been booking Intrepid acts into the Riverbend Festival going on 20 year now and what a wonderful experience it is to have  an agency that you trust completely… Joe Dixie Fuller – Riverbend Festival, Chattanooga, TN

 

Intrepid Artists is a first-class agency, providing talent buyers with outstanding and timely service from the initial call to the contract signing. Kevin Hopkins and the entire Intrepid team work hard to create win-win opportunities for presentersJohn Ernesto – Berks Jazz Fest and Reading Blues Fest general manager – Reading, PA

 

I’ve been working with Intrepid Artists International for over a decade and can honestly say that they are THE BEST in customer service, honesty and integrity.  They’ve provided my business with some of the most talented musicians on the planet – they never disappoint! The team at Intrepid really makes this agency rock – the interactions are always of the highest quality – they’re responsive, informed and always have the clients’ needs in mind. I thoroughly enjoy working with their team.  Mary Carrera – Carrera Productions, Folsom, CA

 

The Intrepid Artists International team are the definition of diligent.  No matter the artist they are looking after, the team’s efforts are consistently proactive.  Whether playing to larger houses, or small, each client can count on a partner that gets the job done.  Rick Booth leads a consortium of strategic minds that always have the long-term picture in mind, and in a universe somewhat void of artist development, Intrepid exhibits a commitment to seeing those on the roster grow in turn benefitting all parties. Steve Karas – SKH Music (Publicity and Mgmt)

 

As Walter Trout’s long time producer, I’ve gotten to know Rick Booth quite well over the years. Rick and his team at Intrepid have done an incredible job helping to establish Walter as one of the preeminent artists in the Blues genre and I’m seeing them now lay the same ground work for another artist I work with, Sugaray Rayford. A great booking agency is the lynchpin of any artist’s team. Not only is Intrepid extremely savvy, diligent and hard working but they care deeply about the people on their roster and treat them like family. I’m proud to work with Rick and his team and look forward to developing our partnership together over time. Eric Corne – Forty Below Records

 

I have worked with Rick and Intrepid Artists for too many years to count – that is a testimony in of itself. Intrepid is my go-to agency when I am looking for good blues,  however,  I love digging deeper into Intrepid’s roster and always find hidden gems that work for both our Blues festival as well as our Jazz festival. I am never disappointed in Rick’s artists. Steve Gumble – Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, Telluride Jazz Festival, Durango Blues Train

 

Walter and I have worked with Intrepid for nearly twenty years now. They are an important part of the Trout Team and have helped us chart a steady course in an otherwise fickle business. We can always count on honest and straightforward feedback from them. We are happy to be part of the Intrepid Family and could not imagine a better agency for what we do. Walter Trout (Artist) and Marie Trout (Fishnet Productions Mgmt)

 

As a live concert/festival producer, I have had nothing but great experiences working with Rick Booth and Intrepid Artists… Barbara Strauss – President Sovereign Ventures Inc. – Sarasota, FL

 

I have been working with Intrepid artists since the 90s filling club dates and now they help us put great talent on our 2 Bender festivals. Thanks Rick, Jake & Team. AJ Gross – Big Blues Bender & Bender Jamboree, Las Vegas, NV

 

Intrepid Artists  – The Best & They Care… Ira Leslie – Ruf Records – New York, NY

 

Been working with Intrepid Artists since 1997 and it’s always a pleasure. They are always on time and got a great staff that always run a tight ship which keeps it always a nice experience! One of the best artist rosters available… Gene Fontana – St Georges Blues Festival/Riverfront Blues Festival/Country Store Wilmington, DE

 

Working with Intrepid is always a pleasure.  Jake is one of our favorites out here in Colorado.  We always look forward to building and working with all Intrepid artists, and appreciate their hard work and loyalty…  Adam Stroul – Silverback Music/ Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom – Denver CO.

 

Rick & Company, After all these years of booking your artists, I’m finally getting a chance to say what I think of you folks…You’re GREAT!  Thanks for your creative encouragement,  your attention to all the details, and your real interest in the careers of your artists. Eric King – Blind Willies – Atlanta, GA

 

Movinmusic has a great working relationship with Intrepid Artists International and are very honoured to work with this company that is professional, reliable, easy to work with and above all, they have magnificent taste in much of the very the best of International blues music.  We look forward to many exciting years ahead of working together to share inspiration through fine music… Mike Hellier – Movinmusic – Penryn Cornwall, United Kingdom

 

I have worked with Jake Langheit at Intrepid for many years. Jake is ultra professional, responds immediately to my questions, and is informed and sensitive to my needs.  The Intrepid team is incredibly organized and prompt to deliver all documents and information required.  I have recommended Intrepid as a superior agency to many who are in the business of presenting music.  I look forward to many more years of working together! Cindy McLeod, Producer and Artistic Director – Calgary Midwinter Bluesfest and Calgary International Blues Festival

 

I love working with all the cats at Intrepid! They find us more work than we can shake a stick at and take into consideration things like: sleep, travel, and balancing time with families. It’s great to be part of the family and to know if something goes wrong, they’re in your corner and a phone call away!… Carolyn Wonderland (Artist)

 

For me , having been independent artist for many years, It has been amazing when problems arise that I have someone to call and it’s handled and you can’t put a price on that as an artist ! Thank you Intrepid Artists… Sugaray Rayford (Artist)

 

Intrepid’s the best agency I’ve ever worked with. God forbid they ever get rid of me because they’re going to have to file a restraining order to do so… Albert Castiglia (Artist)

 

First off I call Rick Booth a friend. That is, someone I trust to tell me the truth. And he has done so without fail. I cannot tell you how valuable that is in this business. Intrepid Artists work relentlessly and without pause to keep me one of their top earners. I could not be better represented Ted Horowitz, Popa Chubby (Artist)

 

Rick and his team are always on top things and clearly never want to miss out on any business opportunity that might be out there, big or small. This dedication resonates into our overall business health. Sjef Athmer – Rock N’ Roots, The Netherlands

 

I am very pleased at the amount of pristine gigs and variety of great places that we have been introduced to in my journey with Intrepid Artist International, Eric Gales (Artist)

 

It’s an honor to be with Intrepid family. Their roster is some of the best in blues/rock world wide. They treat you like family and I’m loving it. Gary Hoey (Artist)

 

As a Talent Buyer for the Peoria Blues & Heritage Music Festival , one of my first calls is always to Jake at Intrepid!  Jack Manis – Peoria Blues & Heritage Music Festival, Peoria, IL

 

I’m grateful to be apart of the Hardest working team in the business Intrepid Artists! Let’s Knock a Hole In It!! Mr Sipp, The Mississippi Blues Child (Artists)

 

Thank you to the Intrepid family for your hard work and dedication to the artist. You have shown me the world since joining your roster. I feel I’m doing my part along with the other artist to keep the reputation of Intrepid artist #1 by working hard on our shows. Right on Rick Booth! Toronzo Cannon And The Chicago Way (Artist)

 

The Phantom Blues Band is at home with Intrepid Artists and all of the friendly and efficient staff that we come in contact with. We look forward to the future with this team and we want to thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm. Tony Braunagel (Producer, Award Winning Drummer for PBB)

 

Intrepid Artists is one of the finest agencies that I’ve worked with to date. They have an awesome roster that their 5-star staff keep on the road. They are career strategists and work intensely for every single act. Working in tandem with them is a pleasure. – pati deVries – devious planet media

 

We enjoy presenting your fabulous artists & like doing business with Kevin!  Bruce Ranes – Sellersville Theater – Sellersville, PA

 

Intrepid is the best place for your Blues Talent needs, blues is their business and business is good! Mike Glenn- Talent Buyer – Memphis, TN

 

Intrepid is one of my favorite agencies to work with!  Jake and the rest of the staff are all super friendly, honest, and responsive.  The artists they represent are also a dream to work with, from advance to settlement. Kate Dale  – Director of Entertainment – River Music Experience – Redstone Room

 

Intrepid Artists’ Staff are passionate about the artists they represent and demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, integrity and honesty. Their guidance has been instrumental in career development offering a wide range of services to their artists and clients. Shane Tappendorf (MGR and Former promoter/Agent)

 

Working with Intrepid Artists International is always very fun and they are reliable. Their bands are praised at our festival. Rick always recommends very interesting bands. Richard Holscher – Grolsch Blues Festival – Schoppingen, Germany

 

Intrepid Artists stands up for quality, reliability for small and large festivals, they keep their promises. Highly recommended! Ivan Jacobs – Hookrock Festival – Diepenbeek, Belgium

 

Intrepid is everything a booking agent should be! They are as passionate about getting their artists out on the road as the artists are about making the music! A+!! Selwyn Birchwood (Artist)