Sapphire Entertainment & Management is a full service entertainment company in partnership with JC1 Records and Productions in Texas. We provide a platform for talented artists with a passion for gospel, smooth r &b , neo-soul and jazz music. Sapphire works to build status for entertainers in the industry, which allows them to move higher and higher on their path to serve the Lord and serve their community. We came to be as an expression of Godly service and care in 2006 and are housed in Durham, NC. Sapphire helps great music flow out into the world to the glory of God.
Sapphire offers expertise in management of artists, ministry/business consulting, promotions, media and event planning. This includes CD releases, conferences and seminars. "Musical expression is our delight and we delight ourselves in bringing you closer to NEW heights in your career."says Hawkins, President of JC1 Records and Productions. Here at Sapphire we believe in "Saving Lives thru Music".
Carol"Coco"Diggs, Marketing Communications Manager
Coco works hard to keep her clients coming back for more! T.V. Host, radio personality, and business woman are just a few of the hats she wears. As, a wife, and mother of three Coco enjoys traveling, and singing in her choir at Full Gospel of Christ Ministries Church, Durham, NC. Coco is a graduate of North Carolina Central University, and currently studying for her MBA in Marketing at Strayer University, RTP. "The opportunities afforded to me are a straight gift from God" says Coco. Sharing the stage with Dr. Bobby Jones and Byron Cage as a guest host at the Bobby Jones Artist Retreat was an incredible experience and producing shows Triangle 411 and Visions: Inside the Music, Vice President of the National Poetry Awards, Indie Mogul, Artist /Entertainment Editor at Majesty Now Magazine, and partner of JC1 Records and Productions truly put the icing on the cake.
Melissa Smith, Media Relations Specialist
While Melissa is new to the industry she is instrumental & assists in many areas at Sapphire Entertainment. Being the personal assistant and media relations specialist keeps Melissa on her toes and always learning. We are excited about our new beginning.
Paul Ward, Artists Relations
Works to bring forth great talent and cordinates the communication piece between the artists and Sapphire. "I seek the "BEST" in entertainment", says Ward. No one knows music like Mr. Ward. Paul is a photograher, and bass player in a local band. Father, husband, and musician. That's our Paul....
