New Years Eve, 2012

[Tusk]

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HG, I am surprised you have not had a dozen replies to this post. Although, I am not an expert in these matters, I would approach Rich with an attitude of deference and ask him how you can help promote Haley without being annoying. Of course, timing is everything, so make sure you have his full attention.

Actually, Tusk, our resident over thinker, should have responded by now. He definitely contemplates these kind of dilemmas...

Just being honest & sincere in your interactions with Rich is all you can do. It may not work but it is worth the effort because you won't get any response if you don't ask,,,:(

Just because I 'overthink' doesn't mean I get to chose what I 'fixate' on :P :D

Right now, I'm having a hard time getting why Haley still illicits this bizarre need for people to frame her in a negative light when she has not done anything to deserve said criticism.... :huh: The girl is keeping a positive attitude living a creative life and offering positivity where ever she goes...so I don't get it.... :P

Anyways, back on topic. Any exposure is good, IMO. My inclination is that many 'in the industry', however unrelated to what Haley is doing, get propositioned, probably every day about 'new' or 'hot' talent. So your instinct not to go overboard with your fan POV with these type of folk is the correct one IMO. Better to refer to performances online or one that's upcoming (live) so they can make their own decisions, make their own opinions, rather than have to think about the 'babbling of some Stan ;) .

something like..."by the way, have you heard of Haley Reinhart? She's really caught my attention, here are a couple of her performances, check them out if you have the time"....passive and not overboard.

Seems like there is nothing better than the purity of 'discovering' talent, on your own, without being pestered to like someone by others.... Isn't that the essence of Haley's "WTF moments"?

Edit: I just reread your post, HG, but somehow missed the part where you said he's met Haley already and likes her.

In that case, since he's already aware of her and likes her, I would think it wouldn't be out of line to discuss your disapointment at her recent split and that you are curious whether he had some insight as to what she could do to better position herself to get better exposure or radio play...

But this would probably be mostly informational for you, more than a way to see if he can help her. Without knowing what is in her future plans, there is no way for him to know how or if he can help her.

On the other hand, discussing this might get him thinking about her if an opportunity arose that turned out to be a benefit for her, like a great gig that had important players in the audience. Planting the seed may create a future opportunity.