James Lugo, President Singer, Voice Coach, Composer, Producer, Multi-Instrumentalist & Artist Manager Vocal Asylum is James' world, he does it all; vocal coaching for some of today's biggest artist as well as develope the stars of tomorrow. Also to his credit, he's an accomplished commercial composer with many song placements under his belt as well as a world-class record producer. His affiliation with American Idol, Nickelodian, Disney, Warner Brothers, Atlantic Records, Virgin Records and iPOP has secured his place as a top industry powerhouse and artist manager. with vision and recourses. Email
	Karen Key, Vice President Artist Management, Admin Upon gradating from University Of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Karen's journey took her into the exciting and competive world of fashion. As manager for Abercrombie and Fitch she cut her teeth in today's hottest trends, she developed a reputation as a savvy salesman and potent closer. Those are the attributes that are her foundation and make her an indispensable asset to Asylum Artist Management. As James says 'everything has to be sold', selling is the cornerstone of artist representation and Karen is as good as they get. Email
	Dan McMains Producer, Composer, Guitarist Dan started at the studio as the guitarist in James' band 'The Hollywood Inmates' and has developed into the 'go-to guy' at the Asylum. He's a master guitarist with a diploma from Musician's Institute in Hollywood and is one of LA's top guitar player for hire guys. Dan has been groomed by James to run the studio like a ship. His musical intuition is spot on when producing music whether it's pop, rock, metal or punk. He pretty much does it all, accomplished musician, protools engineer and stylish modern record producer... and hell of a nice guy... Email
	Gregg Sartiano Producer, Composer, Multi-Instrumentalist, Mixer Gregg has been one of James' greatest mentors. Gregg Sartiano is a music genius with a masters in music composition and a client list to die for. Gregg as known in the hip hop world for working with the best; Snoop Dogg, Warren G, Nate Dogg, Method Man, KRS-One and Lil' Jon just to name a few. To watch Gregg run protools is to watch sheer madness, he's as skilled as anyone on earth. Gregg plays all the instruments and percussion and his musical ear is breathtaking. G as we call him around the studio is the man and our primary mixer. Email
	Mike Amren Producer, Composer, Guitarist Mike started assisting at the studio early 2008 after being one of James' student that just never left...lol Mike is the guy who basically lives at the studio doing everything from assisting during tracking to editing drums. Mike has become James' primary day-to-day guy and is being groomed to run things at the Asylum. Mike is also working on his own music at the studio for his band 'Searching For Satellite'. Mike is a cross between Dave Grohl and Kurt Cobain. His future is so bright he has to be dressed cooler then anyone else on this page. Mike is the future of Vocal Asylum. Email
	Susan Baughn Lyricist, Composer Susan has brought a new ray of sunshine to the Asylum. Her talent as a wordsmith and passion for people have made an immediate impact. As a music lover, Susan's stylistic influences are not limited by genre whether it's Bonnie Raitt, Stevie Wonder, The Eagles, or Avril Lavigne. Susan's eclectic artistry meshes the steadfast with the cutting edge.
	Nicole Weingart Photographer, Layout, Graphics Nicole came to Asylum Artist Management as a referral from Karen Key and has proven to be a brilliant addition to the staff. Her years as a Hollywood print photographer have really paid off in helping AAM to achieve its goals as a top artist placement company. Her work with Tegan speaks for its self. Nicole has a never say die work ethic and will push the artist to get the right shot. Email
	Julio Romano Hair Stylist While sitting at the world famous Barney's Beanery in Hollywood James was greeted by a server with the best hair he'd ever seen. Asking her who was her hairdresser was she said 'Julio Romano' or as he's known around town as Julio Shampoolio. So James went to see what this Tommy Lee lookin' dude was all about. James witnessed the madness that is Julio. A follicle aficionado with a leaning towards modern rock and pop looks Julio has been on some on TV's best fashion shows, Extreme Makeover and Fashion Teen and done hair for Incubus, Nine Inch Nails, Madonna and Blink-182. Email
	Karina Vega Make Up Artist Karina cut her teeth in hair and makeup as Julio's assistant at Estilo's Salon On Beverly Blvd in Hollywood. Karina also has leanings toward modern pop and rock and is a master at extreme makeup if the job calls for it. Working with her on jobs has really drove home the importance of having a professional makeup artist on call at photo session. Makeup's the paint job and at the end of the day that's what people see. Karina is awesome and continually amazes us at AAM. Email
	Gregg Cash Bassist Gregg Cash is a rock star in the making. He has such a perfect feel and for a guy who's only 22 years old he plays like a seasoned pro thanks to the mentoring from his father who's a top session bassist in Philadelphia. When Cash is on the gig all is good. \M/ Email
	Adam Gust Drummer Adam was the first session musician to ever play a track at Vocal Asylum Recording; James has a special place in his heart for Mr. Gust. Towering over the world at nearly 6'8" Adam is one the best session drummers in LA. After graduating from acclaimed North Texas State where he studied under Keith Carlock Adam loaded up the wagon and headed west to conquer Hollywood and he did. Adam has a knack for writing the right drum part, he's got it. Email
	Charles Ruggerio Drummer Charles is new around here. He worked in the studio with his band Sweet Avenge and blew us all away. This guy plays with massive emotion, hits hard and grooves. He cut his teeth with New York rock band 'Slunt'. Big Chaaaaaarles is the man. Email
	Matthew Jordan Piano, Keyboards Matt and James go way back. Matt started as a voice studio years ago and when James saw him play piano he was stunned. Matt's a lot like Cash, young but seasoned. Matt is a pop maniac, he's one of those guys who always plays the perfect part, it's in his DNA and has beautiful phrasing and chops galore. Email
	Micah Hulscher Piano, Keyboards What can one say, to watch Micah play piano is beautiful thing, his whole being IS piano, he IS piano. End of story. Before moving to LA he ran across an add James had posted on craigslist looking for a piano teacher for himself, Micah responded and sent James a link to his myspace and that was it. James spent a month listening to Micah's myspace music before even meeting him. He's great at blues, country, soul, rock, pop, jazz, alternative and New Orleans swing. Vintage keys are his thing. Email
	Keith Ridenour Composer, Guitarist Keith and James go way back, so far back we shutter to say...lol They played in bands in the 80's in Florida and Keith was one of James' earliest inspirations for doing what he does. Keith since has moved to Nashville and become a top songwriter and publisher. Keith currently comes to LA every few months to write with James. Email
	Mike Gehring Composer, Piano, Drummer Mike also started out as a voice student and soon recorded a record at the Asylum where he and James became very close friends and work on many commercial projects together. Mike's an accomplished songwriter, piano player and drummer and currently drives the fastest car out of all of us, Porsche. Lol Email