John S. Burton is an impresario with a remarkable career in the music industry. Hailing from Chicago, Illinois, John has made his mark as a prominent figure in opera production, event curation and organization, and talent management. With a career spanning two decades, John is renowned for his keen eye for talent and exceptional ability to nurture and guide artists to success including acclaimed songwriters, conductors, composers, producers, and vocalists. John has played a pivotal role in producing live performances and securing coveted production placements for his clients. Notably, he was instrumental in the successful placement of the first single, "How You Do Dat There" performed by recording artist Young Berg (now known as Hitmaka) produced by XCel. The song garnered widespread acclaim and served as a testament to John's exceptional production acumen. In addition to his talent for spotting emerging talent, John has also played a crucial role in discovering and nurturing artists such as Diamond and the three-time Grammy award-winning producer, "Mano". His industry acumen and unwavering dedication to his craft have solidified his position as a respected figure in the music business.John's journey in the music industry began as an executive assistant to John Monopoly, the former COO of GOOD Music and manager to Kanye West. This formative experience provided invaluable insights into the inner

workings of the music business and laid the foundation for John's future success as an impresario and talent manager. Building on his early experiences, John further honed his skills by serving as the road manager for performer and songwriter Consequence on national tours for John Legend and Tribe Called Quest. This allowed him to showcase his exceptional organisational abilities and immerse himself in the world of live performances and tour management