![]() It was during the pandemic, and I just knew, “There’s something here, and I’ve got to water this.” And it’s so rewarding to see now that people that have been working their asses off, this whole time, are now seeing the fruits of their labor. When we all teamed up, there was no money on the table. I can do something here this is my energy, too.” It was like, “We’re trying to help each other grow,” and I was like, “Hold on, hold on. So when I got a chance to be an agent and represent them, I saw what was going on, and it was just hard work, being a good person. Matt was 17 when I met him I was 23 years old, running The Laugh Factory. I’ve known these guys since the beginning. And to be able to honestly live in the purpose of being able to have a hand in helping people’s careers, this is, to me, the most magical part of it. So enjoy it, but work on maintaining it.ĭEADLINE: How has this moment impacted you, Christina, as Matt’s longtime rep?ĬHRISTINA SHAMS: I feel so lucky and blessed, honestly, because I got into this business for a reason. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that most people do not get. ![]() So, it’s so exciting, and I’m trying to remind myself to enjoy every moment. I’m going to be fine from here on out,” and then you have to start all over again. We all go through jumps in our career that we’re like, “Oh, this is going to be the thing. It all feels like we’re going to be back in the back of my apartment complex in like six months, trying to sell 70 tickets, and I think that’s just because of how inconsistent this business is. MATT RIFE: It still feels completely unreal, like half of a dream come true and half of a one-off. Here, in a brief break from touring, Rife joins Elia and Shams to reflect on the legwork that led up to his big break, and the road ahead of him now, with the trio also discussing Elia’s forthcoming special Detroit Player and more.ĭEADLINE: How did it feel, Matt, when you first saw such a surge of interest in you and your work?
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