Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 11/4/2025

Welcome to DBE Artists (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). Protecting your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, communicate with us, or use our services — including through SMS/text messaging.

This Policy applies to all personal information collected through our website, forms, communications, and any related services provided by DBE Artists.
By using our site or submitting your information, you consent to the practices described below.

1. Who We Are

DBE Artists is a Tennessee-based entertainment company headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.
We provide professional music and event entertainment services nationwide.

If you have questions or concerns regarding this Policy, you can contact us at:

DBE Artists
Attn: Privacy Officer
613 Hamilton Ave
Nashville, TN 37203
Email: info@downtownbandentertainment.com

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal and non-personal information in a variety of ways, including:

A. Information You Provide Directly

  • Name, email address, and phone number

  • Company or organization name

  • Event information (date, location, entertainment preferences)

  • Billing and payment details (processed securely by third-party vendors)

  • SMS consent and communication preferences

  • Any other information you choose to provide voluntarily

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system

  • Referring URLs, pages viewed, and time spent on our site

  • Cookie data and analytics information from tools such as Google Analytics

C. Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

  • Affiliate partners or booking agents

  • Publicly available sources (e.g., social media or event directories)

  • Marketing and analytics service providers

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Communicate with you about inquiries, quotes, or events

  • Provide and manage our entertainment services

  • Send confirmations, updates, and service-related notifications

  • Process payments and manage client accounts

  • Improve our website, services, and client experience

  • Send marketing communications (email, SMS, or phone) — with your consent

  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our agreements

We process your information based on legitimate business interests, performance of a contract, your consent, or compliance with applicable laws.

4. SMS/Text Messaging Policy

By providing your mobile number and opting in, you consent to receive recurring automated marketing and informational text messages from DBE Artists at the number provided.
Messages may include updates, confirmations, event reminders, promotions, or important notices.

  • Message frequency varies.

  • Message and data rates may apply.

  • Consent is not a condition of purchase.

To opt out, reply STOP to any message. For help, reply HELP or contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

We do not sell, rent, or share your mobile number or SMS consent with third parties for their marketing purposes.
We may use secure third-party service providers (such as Twilio, Klaviyo, or similar) to manage SMS communications, and those vendors are contractually required to maintain your privacy and comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and CAN-SPAM Act.

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share personal information in limited circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: Trusted vendors who help us operate our website, process payments, send emails/SMS, or provide analytics.

  • With Business Partners: When necessary to fulfill an event, booking, or service request.

  • For Legal Reasons: When required by law, subpoena, or government request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

  • In the Event of a Business Transfer: If DBE Artists is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

We do not sell or lease your personal information for third-party marketing purposes.

6. Data Security

We maintain industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, or loss.
While we take all reasonable precautions, no electronic system or transmission over the Internet is completely secure.
You provide your information at your own risk.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, including to meet legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Recognize returning visitors

  • Improve site performance and functionality

  • Analyze how users interact with our site

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being placed. However, disabling cookies may affect your browsing experience.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data

  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications

  • Opt out of email marketing by clicking “unsubscribe” in our emails

  • Opt out of SMS by replying STOP

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email]. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe, consistent with applicable laws.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
If we learn that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it.

11. Tennessee Privacy Notice

As a business operating in Tennessee, we comply with applicable state and federal privacy laws, including the Tennessee Information Protection Act (TIPA) and relevant provisions of the Federal Trade Commission Act.
Residents of Tennessee may contact us directly with questions or concerns about their personal data practices.

12. Links to Third-Party Sites

Our website may include links to third-party websites or social media platforms.
DBE Artists is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any site you visit.

13. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements.
When updates occur, the revised version will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
Your continued use of our website or services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please contact us:

DBE Artists
Attn: Privacy Officer
613 Hamilton Ave
Nashville, TN 37203
Email: info@downtownbandentertainment.com