Denari King - Director of A&R
Denari King serves as the Head of A&R for DRVMG, where he leads the company’s efforts in artist discovery, creative development, and talent cultivation.
A passionate A&R consultant and music curator, Denari is dedicated to identifying emerging artists and helping them refine their sound, strengthen their artistic vision, and build the foundation for long-term success.
With a strong ear for music and a deep appreciation for originality, Denari works closely with artists to help define their sonic identity while guiding them toward their creative and professional goals. His hands-on approach to artist development reflects a commitment to making a tangible impact in the careers of the talent he supports.
Throughout his career, Denari has collaborated with a diverse roster of artists, writers, and creators, earning a reputation for recognizing potential early and nurturing unique voices in the industry. At DRVMG, he plays a vital role in shaping the label’s creative direction while helping build a roster of artists driven by authenticity, innovation, and vision.
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Executive Staff
Diamani Grant - Director of Marketing
Diamani Grant serves as the Director of Marketing for DRVMG, bringing a diverse background and hands-on experience from multiple areas of the music industry. Throughout his career, he has worked in active roles across marketing, A&R, studio operations, and jornalistic publishing—giving him a well-rounded understanding of how artists, records, and audiences connect.
Combining his love for music, ear for great music with a sharp eye for identifying an artist’s potential fan base, Diamani leads DRVMG’s marketing efforts with a strategic and data-driven approach. His tech-savvy mindset and understanding of modern digital platforms allow him to craft campaigns that help artists cut through the noise and build meaningful connections with listeners.
At DRVMG, Diamani is focused on developing innovative marketing strategies that amplify artist visibility, strengthen fan engagement, and position the company’s roster for long-term growth. Working closely with the leadership team, he plays a key role in ensuring that every release receives the creative and strategic support needed to maximize its impact.
Yaquan Hunter - COO
Yaquan Hunter serves as the Chief Operating Officer of DRVMG, where he oversees the company’s day-to-day operations and helps ensure that artists receive the structured support needed to successfully release and grow their music careers. Known for his artist relations and artist funding successes. Yaquan plays a key role in coordinating the systems and processes that allow DRVMG to function like a full-service label while maintaining the agility of an independent company.
In his role, Yaquans' focus is on building efficient infrastructure that allows the DRVMG team to deliver consistent, high-quality support to every artist on the roster.
Yaquan has a keen ear for talent, can spot the next artist on the rise and can offer artists access to to industry professionals and companies that few in the industry can.
Jason Howard - CEO
Jason Howard is a high-level executive with years of experience operating at the forefront of the music industry. A self-made leader, he has successfully built and operated companies across multiple sectors of the business, including marketing, artist management, music distribution, and journalistic publishing.
Drawing from this diverse background, Jason now brings together his industry knowledge, entrepreneurial experience, and strategic vision to lead DRVMG alongside a team of seasoned professionals. His mission is to help build a platform where artists receive the support, guidance, and opportunities needed to grow sustainable careers in today’s evolving music landscape.
Jason is committed to helping build a company culture centered around professionalism, accountability, and artist success. His leadership ensures that the vision of DRVMG—providing independent artists with major-label-level support—translates into real, measurable results.
Support Staff
Damon Smith - Artist Development & Campaign Coordinator
Driven by a strong desire to become the best possible asset to every client and collaborator he works with, Damon brings an enthusiastic and hands-on approach to artist development and campaign planning. His keen eye for talent, combined with his ability to clearly articulate how an artist’s strengths can be marketed and developed, makes him an important part of the DRVMG team.
At DRVMG, Damon focuses on helping artists refine their brand, prepare for releases, and build momentum through thoughtful campaign coordination. His energy, work ethic, and passion for the music business reflect the company’s mission to provide independent artists with the guidance, structure, and support needed to grow successful careers.