Testimonials I’ll always remember the first time I visited Rod in his office. Coming to London from a remote little village in Switzerland, I was overwhelmed at the sight of all the gifts and souvenirs from his clients, who are our musical heroes. For me, Rod’s office is the real rock & roll hall of fame! Rod always believed in Paléo, he helped bring the big names to the festival and the shows were always brilliant. I learned so much about deal making from our collaboration with Rod. I still find myself asking: “How would Rod reply?” Dany Hassenstein, Paléo Festival Nyon It is very difficult to describe the thousand years all wrapped up in one man who has consistently lifted the spirits of so many souls throughout the world. Rod is a real English gentleman, a wise teacher, a visionary, a trouble-shooter, always on top of every situation. All your artists are privileged to have you represent them; the fact that you go back so many years with so many of them is witness to your great qualities as an agent. As a promoter, it’s been fascinating to have been your eyes and ears in Spain for so many years. But most important of all, it’s a great honour to be your friend. Love and respect to a true legend of rock & roll. Pino Sagliocco, Live Nation Spain
The man behind the myth
While the reality of losing in-house talent has, in the past, taken its toll on Dickins, MacSween’s ‘dark side’ of the ITB operation trundles on, with the exception of Ian Sales, who, in 2018, became the first person to retire from the company. Now, MacSween relies on Diana Pereira and fellow assistants Karen Fossey and Sue Reinhardt to help run his operations. “Rod has an old-school view of his role,” observes Diana, a 13-year veteran of team MacSween. “He’s not bigger than his acts, who remain his pride and joy, and he still works with a pencil and paper with a map next to him when he’s routing tours.” However, what distinguishes MacSween from most of his peers is the close friendships he cultivates with artists, managers and even promoters. Newman notes, “Rod gives 100% to people and that applies to all of his business relationships, especially artist managers and band members. He’s massively knowledgeable about up-and-coming acts and he’s the best when it comes to picking the best young support acts to suit his artists and the circumstances, which is a real art. Not many people know about the help he gives promoters when it comes to festival bills.”
Dear Rod, Congratulations on being named Agent of the Decade. What a well-deserved tribute. Thank you for being a loyal, fair and trusted partner to our company. We’re looking forward to work with you for many more years to come!
Klaus Bönisch, Kathleen & the KBK Team –––––THE WHO Live In Concert –––––
www.kb-k.com
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