Services

Eric Lense Management offers bespoke consulting services across label operations, music publishing, and broader industry strategy—anchored in Eric Lense’s two decades of hands-on experience. Having led creative operations at SESAC, run an award-winning independent label, and managed the careers of Grammy-winning artists, Eric brings a rare combination of strategic vision and practical know-how. ELM supports artists, managers, and music entrepreneurs in navigating catalog development, distribution partnerships, rights management, and deal negotiations with clarity and confidence. Whether launching a new venture or refining an existing one, ELM provides trusted guidance built on a deep understanding of today’s evolving music landscape.

Ear Up Records

Ear Up Records is an independent label founded by Grammy-winning saxophonist, composer, and educator Jeff Coffin (Dave Matthews Band, Béla Fleck & The Flecktones). With a mission to elevate fearless, genre-defying music, Ear Up has become a creative home for artists who push musical boundaries while staying rooted in authenticity.

Since its founding, Ear Up has released a diverse catalog of critically acclaimed projects spanning jazz, funk, world music, and beyond—including Into the Air, which received a Grammy nomination. With distribution through A Train Entertainment and a deep commitment to artist-first values, Ear Up champions bold new voices and boundary-pushing soundscapes that reflect Jeff Coffin’s own spirit of innovation.