Lisa Roy (publicist)

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Lisa Roy (died December 31, 2021) was an American Music Industry Publicist and Audio consultant, she had a company called Rock & Roy, Lisa was paid tribute by the 64th Annual Grammy Awards in In Memoriam sagement. [1] [2] [3]

Professional Life

Roy’s client list spanned wide names and companies, such as Audio-Technica, and Intel. She worked with artists like Tori Amos, Ben Folds, and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, bridging the gap between creative and technical worlds in music production taking the role as a connector . Even through personal challenges such the loss of her husband Csaba Petocz, Roy maintained her vibrant and supportive spirit, making a lasting impact on those around her. [4]

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References

  1. Newman, Melinda (January 14, 2022). "Lisa Roy, Influential Audio Production Executive, Dies". Billboard.
  2. "Rest in Peace, Music Industry Publicist and Professional Audio Consultant Lisa Roy". rockcellarmagazine.com.
  3. "Lisa Roy: A Life Remembered | Music Connection Magazine". Music Connection .
  4. "Lisa Roy: A Life Remembered - Music Connection Magazine". www.musicconnection.com. 2022-01-18. Retrieved 2024-11-08.