1.How did you get your break into the entertainment industry?
My Dad owned a nightclub and I was his assistant. I was raised in the industry. It was a big part of my life growing up.
2.What have been some struggles and triumphs you would like to share with our readers?
One struggle is being an independent promoter with all the big names in the industry. A triumph is being an independent promoter among all the big name promoters and being able to produce sold out shows.
3.Looking back, what is one piece of advice that you would give your younger self?
Looking back today there wouldn’t be anything I would tell myself because following my dad’s teaching til today has gotten me where I am today.
4.Since the late 80’s you’ve been promoting and selling out night clubs and bringing some of the most influential artists to Southern, CA. What has been your favorite collaboration thus far?
Morrissey and the fact that he agreed to do our upcoming show Cruel World with so many other great 80’s artists.
5.Congrats on the partnership with Uncle Snoops Army. How did that partnership come about?
Snoop Dogg met at my shows. We began to talk about business ventures together and the rest is history. We wanted to be able to give artists the opportunity to get on a stage without the politics of a major agency standing in their way.
6.For people who don’t know, can you tell us a little bit about the new entertainment company you and Snoop are creating?
We have our partnership Snoop Dogg Presents and Bobby Dee Presents, producing some of the hottest concerts and festivals. We also have a booking agency Uncle Snoop’s Army to be able to give artists the opportunity to get on a stage without the politics of a major agency standing in their way.
7.What are some events that fans can look out for from Bobby Dee Presents?
Once upon a time in the LBC is a big one. We are also taking Lovers and Friends nationwide, so keep a lookout for states near you. The rest is a secret as we can’t give everything away.
