UPSTAGE LLC
ARTIST & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
FOR INDEPENDENT MUSICIANS
Jada LaFrance, Founder
When not on stage herself, LaFrance is committed to fostering the growth of emerging artists within the Minnesota music scene and beyond. Upstage's mission is to redefine artist development and production for independent artists by providing accessible production services, innovative educational programs, and expert artist management & music business services.
New Minneapolis Studio Revolutionizing Production for Independent Artists
October 21, 2023
Disrupting a market and trying a nontraditional business model is what revolutionizes industries. The music industry is no stranger to shake-ups, with Spotify being the largest in recent memory.
Upstage, a new studio that opened recently in Minneapolis, is trying to shake things up themselves.....
ABOUT US
Upstage LLC is a small Artist Development and Production company based out of Minneapolis MN. Following its soft- launch in 2022, Upstage has steadily grown and established its authority in the twin cities music scene as the new small business, “revolutionizing production for independent artists” according to a 2023 article by Music in Minnesota. The company, owned and operated by Jada LaFrance works with a small & select handful of artists across various genres local to Minnesota.
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Upstage LLC helps develop emerging artists through:
- original educational programs and materials
- consulting & artist management services
- in- house audio/ visual production