Meet the team

Me Gusta Music is staffed by publishing and record administration experts with almost two decades of experience. But who are we, really? Scroll down, gentle reader.

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Trina Smith-Dort

OWNER

I like music because it helps me express myself beyond the written word.

First concert you attended? With parents – Kitty Wells (age 5), Without parents – Winger (age 13)

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Sam Cooke - YOU SEND ME

 
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TRICIA PROCTOR

DIRECTOR OF PUBLISHING ADMIN.

I like music because because I grew up in a family of musicians and was always surrounded by it.

First concert you attended? Spice Girls at Starwood (1998)

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Bob Seger – ROLL ME AWAY

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ALLISON RICHARD

ROYALTY MANAGER (PUBLISHING)

I like music because because of its ability to connect people.

First concert you attended? Doug Stone in a central PA mall in the late 90s

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Garth Brooks – THE RIVER

Bri Holko

ROYALTY MANAGER (RECORDS)

I like music because it conveys emotions and can change the mood of a room.

First concert you attended? Aly & AJ - Insomniatic Tour

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Fall Out Boy – SUGAR, WE’RE GOIN’ DOWN

STACI TURCK

LICENSING MANAGER (SYNC)

I like music because it can bring you back to a specific moment in time and it can bring people together.

First concert you attended? Kelly Clarkson Addicted Tour (2006)

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
David Bowie - REBEL REBEL

CASEY REZNIK

LICENSING MANAGER (MECH)

I like music because it is everywhere and allows me to escape reality. Music makes me feel something truly pure - whether I’m playing an instrument, listen to a record or enjoying a live show.

First concert you attended? 3 Doors Down & Lynyrd Skynyrd

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Richard Wagner - RIDE OF THE VALKYRIES

Aubree Neal

COPYRIGHT MANAGER

I like music because it’s free therapy! Whether I’m happy, sad, anxious, lonely , etc… There is always a song I can play (and loudly shout) to help process my emotions.

First concert you attended? Britney Spears at the BJCC in Birmingham, Alabama (2000)

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Eagles - TAKE IT EASY

LEXI ANDERSON

CREATIVE MANAGER

I like music because it’s a universal way to connect. Whether it is through a shared love for a particular genre, a memorable song, or a powerful performance, music can create a bridge that brings people together, promoting a sense of belonging and community! 

First concert you attended? Lady A

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Abba – DANCING QUEEN

GRACE CHOI

COPYRIGHT COORDINATOR

I like music because it’s how feelings sound. Words aren’t enough sometimes!

First concert you attended? Kelly Clarkson with Pentatonix (2015)

First song you’d request on a jukebox?
Evanescence - BRING ME TO LIFE