…. but that doesn’t pay the bills so I manage bands, do record label consulting, promote shows and events. Oh, and I herd cats. Lots of cats.

Ann Arkey Productions was founded by Tami Thomsen, a longtime fixture in the Texas music industry with decades of experience spanning artist management, record labels, live events, and music production.

Tami began her career as co-founder of Dallas’ Last Beat Record Store, Last Beat Recording Studios, and Last Beat Record Label. She later helped launch and grow Kirtland Records, working with artists including Toadies, Sarah Jaffe, The Fixx, Bush, Bob Schneider, and The Polyphonic Spree.

Her experience also includes Sonar Management and Sonar Events, where she helped create and produce festivals and events including Dia de los Toadies, Smoked Dallas, and Taco Libre. Having worked across nearly every facet of the music business, from retail and recording to label operations, publicity, booking, marketing, and live event production, Tami brings a broad perspective and hands-on approach to artist development and management.

Through Ann Arkey Productions, she currently manages Toadies, Baby Snakes & The Electric Co., and Sarah Jaffe, while providing consulting services to Kirtland Records, State Fair Records, Skylark Soul Company, and other music and arts organizations.

Beyond her work with artists, Tami is actively involved in supporting and strengthening the Dallas music community. She served two terms as an elected Governor of the Texas Chapter of the Recording Academy and currently serves on the Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts Advisory Board, mental health nonprofit Amplified Minds,  Women in Music Dallas and the Dallas Music Office.