the Legacy of VU
History and goal
Dave Stroud
Founder of VocalizeU, a leading artist development program for singers and songwriters
Has spent decades coaching both emerging artists and major-label performers
Known for blending:Vocal techniqueMental performance coachingReal-world industry prep
Regularly works with artists on:
- Touring prep
- Studio performance
- Auditions & showcases
Dave Stroud has worked with a wide range of high-profile artists, including:
- Justin Bieber
- Kelly Clarkson
- Adam Lambert
- Natasha Bedingfield
- Jordin Sparks
- Scott Weiland
Elliott O’Connor
Elliott O’Connor is currently touring the U.S. and Canada on the Loserville Tour with Limp Bizkit. He has sold out multiple Live Nation tours, performed with TeamSesh and his brother, BONES, and led several independent artists to success. As the founder of SESH Records, he has amassed 1 billion+ Spotify streams, multiple gold records, and viral social media hits. With expertise in artist development, touring, and label management, Elliott empowers artists to stay independent, tour consistently, and own their music.
Big Billy Clark
Big Billy Clark is a seasoned music executive and artist manager, renowned for his visionary approach and exceptional talent for identifying and nurturing creative potential. With over three decades of experience in the entertainment industry, he has consistently redefined success through strategic thinking and innovative leadership.Clark currently manages an impressive roster of artists, including multi-hyphenate Keke Palmer, groundbreaking newcomer ViennaVienna, and the soulfully captivating Goapele. He also is the Owner and Partner ofVocalizeU, Los Angeles’ longest-running artist development camp, where he continues to shape the future of music by mentoring and developing the industry’s brightest rising stars.A highly sought-after creative, Clark’s unparalleled expertise and forward-thinking vision have earned him a reputation as a trailblazer who consistently pushes boundaries and inspires excellence.