This time... he contacted our internet provider. David Spiggle needs to spend more time understanding the concept of free speech and freedom of the press and less time playing games. He might even want to consider paying some people back... there could be something to talk about if that happened.

In the meantime, enjoy this letter... it is filled with 3rd grade grammatical errors and mispellings but you can get the gist.

Here is the letter that he sent...

Tues, 24 Jan 2012 15:19:18 -0700

To whom it may concern,

I have had a issue now for going on 3 months of a old friend of mine building a negative,defaming website aimed at myself. I contacted your customer service dept. and they immediately suggested I report this site your dept. for immediate removal.

The person running this page is doing nothing more than effecting my business,family,personal life.

The site url is www.thefuelagency.net <http://www.thefuelagency.net>

This person also has several sites that trace back to him with pornographic material including sites aimed @ children. I have hired a private investigator as well as a attorney who have traced it back to your servers.

Your customer service rep told me to let you know this is considered a comprised server & said site should be removed immediately.

Thank you in advance for your prompt removal of said site in advance.

David Spiggle
740-215-6988

George Barnett II

SUBMITTED: 4:52pm Mar. 16, 2012

Hello,
I found your link on CL in reference to all of the information about Paul Riley and David Spiggle. I am glad to see that someone is out there looking out for the musicians. I am new to the area and working hard to get our agency off the ground. I will not say we are connected but, I will say we work hard everyday to make contact with bar and venue owners / managers to try and book the bands we represent. We have no upfront fees, we have no fees unless we book a gig for a band but, it is a simple percentage and all of which is in writing and complete copies of all contracts are email to everyone involved.

We never book a gig without getting approval from the band either. We do collect our fee as a deposit from the venue but, all of that is outlined in the contracts that everyone gets a copy of. We also copy each and every check we receive just anyone has a question of our business practices. We do ask our bands to sign a non-exclusive contract with us outlining our fees and giving us authority to sign contracts on their behalf and use their media for advertising on our site. I had heard of Paul Riley from two of the acts that we now represent as they were looking for someone new to work with. I had not heard of Mr. Spiggle but, his reputation doesn't seem to be much different from the things I had heard about Mr. Riley. If there are any of the acts that they had worked with that are looking for new representation or, any of the venues / bars they had worked with looking for an ethical agency to work with please feel free to share my contact information lsited below my signature line.
I appreciate your efforts on behalf of the hard working musicians in this area.

George Barnett II
Founder and President
First Lite Music Ltd.
513 678 9408
www.firstlitemusic.com

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D.J.

SUBMITTED: 8:02pm Feb. 28, 2012

I was in a major national touring tribute that Dave contacted stating he could "get us more work in bigger, better clubs".

My wife put up the $300 to western union him, (he wanted more but said he would get started for that). We waited for months for gigs that never came and eventually got a gig from him (in our home town) with a couple other bands.

We never got paid. He never answered/returned any calls or contact.

If i EVER SEE HIM I WILL GIVE $300 W----- -- -- --- ------G. He is pure scum. BEWARE!!! BEWARE!!!! BEWARE!!!!

--DJ

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Little Miss Muffet

SUBMITTED: 1:43pm Feb. 20, 2012

I worked with David Spiggle for a couple of years-- about 2002 to 2005. The only reason he played bass in my band is because he was seeing the lead singer, the former Karmon Stephens, whom he impregnated.

One time-- unknown to me-- he borrowed money from a club owner (after giving her a sob story). We played the gig and then the club owner gave us something like $60, explaining that she already gave the balance of the money to Dave(!).

After that, I always checked in with the bar owner before setting up and always collected and distributed the money afterwards, to Dave's dismay. I NEVER trusted him.

After I'd had enough of the nonsense, I gave notice to the band I was leaving in one month but would complete gigs up to that date. The final gig happened to be my wedding day, as we intended to get married before moving out-of-state three weeks later. Apparently the bar owner wanted to cut a check instead of the customary cash and I let my guard down, allowing Dave to cash the check the next day. Dave never did give me my cut of that evening's show. He still owes me $185.
That was such a nice, thoughtful wedding gift and a memorable way to end the run of the band I founded and equipped.

By the way, that's my SVT cab, Peavey bass amp, stage lighting and even the mic & mic stand in the pic [of David Spiggle] on your website...

--Jim Bentley, formerly of "Little Miss Muffet". _______________________________________________________________

Jerri Allen

SUBMITTED:11:04pm Jan. 13, 2012

Hi there, our band worked with Dave for a little while and yes we did send him the 500.00...shame on us!!! We did pretty much make the money back but not much more. He tried to book a show for us opening for SPONGE in Columbus, OH. One problem, the bar didn't have it's liquor license. Dave also dropped names of various national acts, the only national show he got us on was a show in Grand Rapids, MI with Britny Fox....our pay was two pitchers of beer!!!! He also told me that he was going to book us at a place in Indianapolis and gave me a date, I kept calling him asking about the show. He finally got pissy with me telling me HE WOULD CALL when he had more details. The gig did NOT happen obviously!!! I actually sent out a Myspace message marketing our band and one other as a package deal. Dave sent me a message asking "are you giving up on me???" Dave and I used to talk on the phone like we were buddies, thats why his lack of activity on the band just threw me!!! We got better results just going through Sonicbids!!!! --Jerri Allen _______________________________________________________________

NoMara

SUBMITTED: 4:13pm Jan. 7, 2012

Trust me, Dave has burned so many people its not funny...took us for a ride.

NoMara had a tour set up with my guitar player flying in from San Fran and another from Atlanta for 30 shows....Drove 14 hours to one that Dave set up and the place didn't even exist.... it was a bar that didn't have a stage....Dave took the cash and booked us one show out of 29....
the fall-out set me back thousands of dollars and cost me two guitar players....he still found a way to blame it on me....lol...

I have many other bands he has fucked over from Mich to TN....
How he has managed to stay in one piece baffles me...

-Kelly Burdge

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Banned from Earth

SUBMITTED: 12:33am Dec. 18, 2011

He also ripped us (Banned from Earth) off with the same scam. After promising us all kinds of high paid gigs we sent him $500.00 in 2008. He failed to book a single show for us and avoided us. What a piece of shit!!!

-Mike Stonecage Dickinson

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Stephanie Christie Management & Publicity

SUBMITTED: 2:14pm Dec. 15, 2011

I would advise all artists, venues, promoters and music industry professionals to steer clear of The Fuel Agency/ Lane Productions and David Spiggle...

as well as any booking agent that requires advance payment for services.

-Stephanie Christie

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Misery Ink

SUBMITTED: 2:21pm Dec. 10, 2011

Wow!!!! I've known Dave for 25-30 years. Played in bands with him, hung out with him, hell we even had an apartment together(although it was my apartment). I always knew he was a bullshitter, but never thought he would turn pro!!!! Ripping off musicians for a living? MOTHERFUCKER YOU WERE A MUSICIAN!!!!! You know how hard it is, even when you're just trying to have fun playing music. You should be ashamed of yourself....but i know you're not

-Dan

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Seven Circle Sunrise

SUBMITTED: 5:01pm Dec. 9, 2011

Hello,
I am the bassist of Seven Circle Sunrise. I wanted to share our recent experience with this douche bag Dave. We were out on tour with Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, when he contacted us about buying on to a Lukas Rossi tour. Dave was paid for the 18 date "Lukas Rossi Tour". Long story short, Dave ignored us, dates were not booked, and the money has not been returned. Something has to be done to this tool bag. How is he still getting away with this shit? I've never seen so much scum in my life.

--Robert G. Thomas

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Qball - XFACTOR1

SUBMITTED: 11:02am Dec. 9, 2011

Dave Spiggle. This guy, doing biz as Lane Productions has ripped off local, regional and even NATIONAL bands who have left testimonials on [this] site. There is also a LONG list of court judgements AGAINST this loser of a fucktard that PROVE he's scum. Unless you wanna get taken to the cleaners and promised a lie, DO NOT DO BIZ WITH DAVE SPIGGLE/LANE PRODUCTIONS. Get your deal with the owner if you can or you WILL suffer the same consequences.

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Brian Reid - FEEL

SUBMITTED: 7:02am Nov. 17, 2011

I recently became aware of your site and wanted to contact you expressing my support.

I used to play in a Columbus, Ohio, band called, "FEEL," and had the misfortune of meeting David Spiggle while we were playing. Fortunately, we didn't lose out on any large sums of money as a result of his actions - not that (IMO) he didn't try; however, in attempting to help out a fellow musician in need, I did loan David my guitar amplifier and a distortion pedal - FREE OF CHARGE - for a show he was involved in.
It took a lot of calling and a couple guys from the band had to go pick it up from him to get it back. Not knowing exactly what was loaned to him, the guys only brought back the amp and David, after being contacted several times, never returned the pedal. Not a big loss; however, a loss nonetheless and a blatant smack in the face for trying to help someone out.

I wanted to make sure I expressed my opinion of him to you and your site. I don't think the guy's worth an ounce of trust and I certainly hope no one else falls prey to his criminal actions.

Best Wishes! Brian

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Rick Lindsey

SUBMITTED: 4:07am Nov. 10, 2011

Dave & I were childhood friends. He came to my home in July, gave me a bullshit line needing money so i was just being a good friend. he told me he would have the money the following monday and said he would give me an extra $100 for helping him out.

I told him just to pay me the money he owed me which was $200, its crazy but i called him 2 weeks ago and he answers the phone like we was good old friends he keeps saying he will pay me back soon.

It is crazy all the people he has ripped off! I did see him at a Sammy Hagar show back in Sept and he gave me $5 lol WTF!

I just hope he stops before someone really does something bad.

When i did see him at the show in Sept i was not a happy guy but i was with my wife and friends enjoying the night! If can help just let me know.

THANKS,RICK

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Song Envy Records

SUBMITTED: 9:16pm Nov. 8, 2011

For Statement Click Here

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Detective Larry Allen

SUBMITTED: 1:13pm Nov. 7, 2011

In the state of Ohio there is no licensing procedure for "Talent Agents". Some states, like California and Florida rigorously check out people/companies who claim to be agents. There are huge bond and licensing fees associated with this. In Ohio however, this isn't the case. Anyone can set up a phone number and email and claim to be a connected agent. This is the case with David Spiggle. He doesn't have an office, not even a home or apartment. He resides with his parents in Marion Ohio. He has a prepaid cellphone and a gmail account.

He then uses his auditory skills to convince unsuspecting bands, bars and agents to believe he has contacts. He takes their money then disappears. In fact, if you choose to pay Mr. Spiggle by standard bank draft (check), he will need to deposit it into his Mothers' checking account because he is listed in "Check Systems", indicating he has written bad checks and cannot open a checking account on his own.

Please be warned that David Spiggle is a con man. But don't under estimate him, he is indeed a very good con man. His skills at making people believe are highly advanced. The long arm of justice is closing in however. If you've been a victim please contact this site at the email address listed. Leave as many details as possible. And yes, you can remain anonymous.

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E Street Pub

SUBMITTED: 7:22pm Nov. 5, 2011

David Spiggle doesn't book for E Street Pub. Has sent bands this way but all money and show dates and times are set up through our booker Brad Bales.

If you want to get a show please contact Brad @ bradbales71@gmail.com

E Street Pub

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Ron Keel

SUBMITTED: 2:46pm Nov. 5, 2011

Amazing that this guy is still alive.

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Alrosa Villa

SUBMITTED: 6:16pm Nov. 4, 2011

Alrosa Villa fully supports this Scam Warning, Stay away from this man or ANYONE asking you to pay advance services like this.

Do your homework, ask around and get advice from an established promoter before sending money anywhere.

BTW - He owes us money too!

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Leanne Skeen

SUBMITTED: 6:10pm Nov. 4, 2011

I actually met him the day of Sammy Hagar. Delivered free tix to him from mutual friend.

Not even 30 mins after leaving him, he texted.he couldnt come and then asked if I knew anyone who could loan him $75 and he would give them $100.

Didnt know of anyone but didnt ask. Inappropriate.

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Tink's Rock House

SUBMITTED: 3:12am Nov. 4, 2011

I am the business owner of Tink's Rock House and although he received $500.00 from me, all bands can rest assured he will NOT be affiliated with Tinks! This website was well worth the $500.00 to find out what type of person I was dealing with before I received my liquor license and was open. To all bands he may have contacted for playing at Tinks, send me an email at Tinksrockhouse@aol.com and we can discuss legitimate business.

Tina King

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Razing Paradise

SUBMITTED: 6:24pm Nov. 3, 2011

This asshole was paid in full 6 months ago! $500 down the drain. Says he will set us up a tour and doesn't talk to us until 2 days after we were suppose to leave for the tour. He then proceeds to say he will send back the money and never does.

He then calls us over 2 months later and says that he has sold his company and that we are now on a new roster that we never agreed to switch to. So now we are unable to get a refund or have any way to get our money back! This asshole is so untrustworthy it is ridiculous! Keep your eyes open bands! This guy will fuck you!

--D Mershbrock

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J Johannson

SUBMITTED: 11:21am Nov. 2, 2011

We dealt with this scumbag he took our money and didnt do shit! He had a ton of excuses to why, then disappeared. At first he could book us a tour and sold us the sun until he got his money upfront. Never heard of this before but ok. Then once he got it a bunch of bs excuses. Had all the clubs in the beginning but couldnt deliver the pizza.

He then came back and apologized and asked for anotherr chance so everybody should get a 2nd chance and what did he do fuck us again. He talks a big game and can sell desert sand to a swamee in india. Dude is a major scumbag and yea he asked us to pay a bill the 2nd time.

He is a first class douche nozzle. We know other guys he did this to and he talks shit about everyone. Like you said he moves and changes numbers like people do underwear.

JJ

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Matt Sutton

SUBMITTED: 9:29am Nov. 2, 2011

Wow, I was so glad to see someone dedicate a site to this deadbeat!! I, for one, thank you!

I am in a band called FAT DOG and am the recent and past owner of SLAPSY MAXIE'S PUB, both out of Columbus and both having had short-term relationships with Dave and Lane Productions. He had burned both of my businesses in a very short time. He made good on a couple of inexpensive deals at first, but then let us have it.

1) The band went on an out of town weekend trip to two venues that he had booked us. The result: $1800 short of his guaranteed amount. A lot of smoke and mirrors and excuses, but bottom line, never were paid.

2) He threw in a last minute out of town band for a show I put together for my music venue telling me to pay them $200 and he would re-imburse me. Since he had done this with a couple others before, I let it happen. I have been trying to collect that $200 for about 2 years now. It's funny, I kept the text conversation for this long over a measly $200, but it's amusing to me that he still acts like he has intentions on paying it!

Let's just say, hopefully he pays up before someone like me catches up to him. It will probably be a bad day for him...and I'm a nice guy. $2000 in the hole, but nice guy nonetheless.

Again, thank you very much for exposing this scumbag.

Best, Matt Sutton

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Robbing Zombie

SUBMITTED: 10:13pm Oct. 31, 2011

We stopped using Spiggle back in June of 2011 but he had contracted us a deal in Buffalo, NY before June. In May of 2011 the bar booked us for Halloween weekend. The bar paid a $600 deposit to David Spiggle back in May of 2011 for a show on October 29th. David Spiggle told the band that the bar had NOT paid the deposit and wanted to pay it closer to the date. When the date came near the band called the bar owner who promptly pointed out that the deposit had been paid months and months ago. Spiggle was contacted and admitted to having received the deposit 6 months earlier but couldn't give the band the money (he was obviously broke as usual).

So the $600 deposit was stolen. Outright theft. The band's relationship with the club is now strained and Spiggle has gotten away with stealing... so far.

Spiggle claimed that he was trying to give the band the deposit, but everything from "Paypal is broken" to "my ex won't let me pick up my son to drop it off to you" came out of his mouth for 3 weeks. Still no money as of the writing of this letter. If you deal with David Spiggle on any level it will seem ok for a while, then wham... He's a very good bullshitter, one of the best and everything is everyone elses fault. Good luck.

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Forces of Nature

SUBMITTED: 4:10pm Sept. 7, 2011

Lane productions also took me for $250 bucks .. I am Marc with Forces of Nature out if ohio ... I was contacted by Dave and was told he had room on his roster for one more band .. So I paided my 250 to get on it and never had a show booked .. He said he would list my band on the roster and never did .. He said he would post songs on a website and promote us and never did ..

Well, he is scum .. I just wrote it off until I found this in a google search .. To all who read this be warned .. There are many just like this con artist working the Internet .. This is the only time I've been scammed so I feel lucky thus far at avoiding these guys ..

Ya got me Dave congrats ... Never place yourself in my presents and all will be good

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Vanderpark

SUBMITTED: 2009

Hello,
I'm contacting all of you because Lane Productions [David Spiggle] is one of your myspace friends.

We were involved with Dave Spiggle (owner) in January 2008' under the understanding that he would be acting as a booking agent for the band. We paid him a $500 retainer to which he was to book shows for our group. He clearly stated if we were unhappy with his work he would re-fund our money. Through the course of our relationship with him he booked one show for us, which paid $300. After giving him ample time to book dates for our group we decided to end the relationship in March 2008' and have our retainer refunded to us which he said he would do within 2-4 weeks.

It has been 10 months in which he has continued to promise our refund without making any effort at all to refund our money. If you are considering working with Dave Spiggle and Lane Productions I would strongly recommend you reconsider your actions as you may end up in the same situation we are currently involved in. If you would like a record of our bands e-mail correspondence with Lane Productions and Dave Spiggle please e-mail info@vanderpark.com

Thanks very much, Vanderpark

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Pretty Boy Floyd

SUBMITTED: 2009

yeah man a couple years back before i got back w the original guys he wanted to book a few shows for floyd. we didnt pay any retainer which u shouldn’t have to do but i noticed his bullshit right off the bat.sorry man,i actually think he tried to book a few shows without our permission and took a few deposits on shows we never agreed on. take care,man i feel ya. pbf.

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Ron Keel

SUBMITTED: 2009

Hey guys - Sorry for your predicament. Thanks for reminding me this guy is on my friends list - we'll fix this immediately.

The guy is a snake. It's amazing he's still alive. Your money is gone forever, live and learn and best of luck in your careers.

RK

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Once Pure

SUBMITTED: 2009

No worries i know Dave Spiggle and his name is tarnished around here, the only people who buy into his shit are new bands who have never heard of him, he has been around here and there for a while, always up to scheming money from bands..

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Noise Auction

SUBMITTED: 2009

Hey guys, I wish I would have known you before you even went into business with that cunt bag! He has taken advantage and stolen from bands from Columbus to LA and we are very aware of his dirty dealings.

We really appreciate the E-mail and would like to offer an invitation to trade shows with you because to the best of our knowledge, the best way to gain fans and not get fucked is to go through bands and not "so called promoters" and "booking Agents" We wish you the best of luck and look forward to hearing back from you!

Cheers, Tom Cline

Noise Auction

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Josh Kracjik Band

SUBMITTED: 2009

hey guys
thanks for the heads up but your efforts are too late. I'm too tired to go into the details now but know that it has been the weirdest deal in my career. He is obviously a creep and i am now just telling him to book me a show to make our money back. what a douche. live and learn i guess. and trust me you are not the first to contact us about him. good luck i'll be in touch about your correspondence.

cheers, josh

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Selfish Needy Creatures

SUBMITTED: 2009

This scumbag has owed me 1000.00 for over a year - he needs his ass kicked for shure...

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The Fifth

SUBMITTED: 2009

We had the same experience with him.$500 gone.

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The Vague

SUBMITTED: 2009

Yeah We Know All About Him. He Owes Us $100.00 For A Show We did For Him A Month Ago. We Since Heard He Has Done That To Alot Of Artist.

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Retrospect Records

SUBMITTED: 2009

thanks for the email - I have heard many bad things about Dave.

Sam

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Vegas Masquerade

SUBMITTED: 2009

Ha! We was suppose to work with them but something didn’t sound right! sorry guys

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Yellow No. 5

SUBMITTED: 2009

Thanks for the heads up. We were approached by him several months ago and thought something seemed shady so we decided to not do business with him. We will be deleting him from our friends list. Thanks

Jeremy

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The Burial

SUBMITTED: 2009

He did the same thing to us last summer. We were told he would have us booked full time. He did NOTHING of the sort. Sounds like this guy screws hardworking musicians for a living. sad huh?

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Tin Scribble

SUBMITTED: 2009

Thank you so much for the heads up!!! A friends band got burn as well before I entered into any agreement with him. I wish you luck with getting your money back. I hate to hear that hard working bands are getting "ripped off" so much lately. The music business is hard enough as it is.

Best wishes and good luck (If your ever in the detroit area, let me know)

Michael

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Standpointe

SUBMITTED: 2009

Hey Guys,

It's a very small world. He did that very same thing to us. Glad you are trying to let it be known. We tried that and he threatened a lawsuit so we just wrote it off as an expense. It's people like him that make this industry as messed up as it is. Good luck to you guys. For future deals make SURE you do a background check. We have been through so many let downs because of this style of relationships.

Thanks guys, Andy.Standpointe

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Jacklyn Bradley

SUBMITTED: 2009

For us it was a one time deal. We were wanting to tour. He promised way more than he could deliver and then was never heard from again. We demand our money back but off course he kept it for himself.

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Hangar 18

SUBMITTED: 2009

Wow. I also had a terrible time working with Dave of Lane Productions. He lies. He told me I was to open for Mark Slaughter and would be paid $400 plus food and lodging. I got a call from the club days before saying that they had no intention of paying me (didn't even need a n opener) and that Dave told them to tell me they were paying me but that he would pay me out of his own pocket. When I confronted Dave he agreed that this was true and told me he no longer had the money to pay-- so had I not gotten the call from the club, I would have had no pay, no place to stay and would have looked like a fool. Oh and the contract he gave me was false. The guy is a scammer.

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William

SUBMITTED: 2009

Thank you for the e-mail. What you describe below is exactly what Dave Spiggle told me he would do for us. In the end, we decided not to pay him his retainer. Just a gut feeling that he wouldn't be as good as he promoted himself to be. Thanks again for telling this story here. Good luck to you guys.

William

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FTF Recrods

SUBMITTED: 2009

Hey guys, Appreciate the email. Our artist Silence So Loud had the exact same experience with them, so we are well aware of his business strategies. I'm sorry to hear that you had to experience it as well.

Hope things work out for you.

- Jeff Gargas, President FTF Records

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Bottoms Up

SUBMITTED: 2009

Hey there.. Thanks for the heads up as we were just contacted by Lane Prod & given Daves number to get in touch with him.

Guess we won't be doing that now.

We really appreciate the email. All the best to you guys.

BOTTOMS UP

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Akaloid Junkie Records

SUBMITTED: 2009

We too had basically the same situation with Dave. My band and I have broken ties with him long ago after a very intense standoff about payment and promises. Good on you for leaving his "agency". Thank you for writing. Keep the warnings going!

-Macy Malone CEO Alkaloid Junkie Records

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Saturnine Hello

SUBMITTED: 2009

We had a brief relationship w/ him. we never gave him money but in playing a couple shows with him we were never sent “our check" so we no longer work with him. he is one of many crooked music guys.--rock on--

-robby

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One

SUBMITTED: 2009

Thanks Guys. But we have already had the same experience. Actually worse, because he booked us in a few places and we never got paid. He owes us $800, and the retainer. He is a piece of shit, a scam artist, he tells you what you need to hear on the spot and then does the exact opposite. Thanks for the heads up you guys, but we are already there. If you want to book shows in the U.S. I might be able to help you. I book our band and we have toured 4 times in the U.S.

Chris One

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