About

I'm Jason. I run Jaywhiskey.

I help artists grow with real strategy, real support, and a professional ecosystem behind them. Management is leadership — not hype.

The story

It started when one of my best mates was on the edge of quitting music entirely. Lost, unsupported, overwhelmed. I stepped in, organised his world, brought structure, helped him find confidence — and suddenly he was thriving again.

That moment made it obvious: there are so many artists in the same position. Talented but directionless. So I decided to take management seriously and build something real.

Artists need leadership, a safe environment, and someone who actually understands people, systems, and growth. Music just needed the same level of professionalism I already bring to my other businesses.

Background

Beyond music.

  • 40 Under 40 Award Winner
  • CEO of Vana Care — 100+ staff
  • Co-founder of VAUS Adapt
  • Owner of NYX Cocktail Bar
  • Background in disability, leadership, risk & crisis planning
What that gives artists

A protector with systems.

Years in the disability sector wired me to protect people, understand behaviour, create safety, and build structure around individuals with complex needs. That carries directly into management — I notice things others miss.

Honest
Strategic
Protective

"He actually listens. He backs me. He builds structure around my chaos and helps me grow without changing who I am."

— What artists say