Russo Binks is the founder and creative force behind RB Sound House, bringing a life shaped by adversity, resilience, and raw honesty into everything he builds. Born in West Denver and raised amid crime and poverty, Russo refused to become a product of his environment. By a young age, he had witnessed traumatic events and devastating personal loss, experiences that ultimately led him down a difficult path with addiction before choosing sobriety and rebuilding his life with purpose.

Now nine years sober, Russo channels his past into music rooted in truth and emotional depth. What began as poetry became a lifeline and the foundation of his artistry. Though still emerging, he has already turned down record deals to remain independent, built a growing presence in Rockwall, Texas, and amassed a vault of unreleased music. Through RB Sound House, Russo is committed to creating a space where artists can transform their stories into art—proving that no matter where you start, it’s possible to rise, create, and inspire.

Kirsten Kirk is an audio engineer, artist manager, and vocalist with a background in studio and live sound, booking, marketing and social media management, and live performance. A recent graduate of Berklee College of Music, they hold Bachelor’s of Music dual degree in Music Production & Audio Engineering and Music Business Management and Marketing.

They’ve honed their studio recording skills working with a variety of artists including Round Trip (psych rock jam band), Emily Sclar (violin folk fusion), and River Muñoz (blues). They started their artist management company, Ki Talent Collective, in 2022, and have supported artists and their development through booking live shows, curating branding packages, marketing plans, and social media calendars for releases and promotion, and establishing artist presence both online, locally, and regionally.

In addition, they’ve performed live with their band Kirsten Kirk and the Dirty Work since 2021, sung for Jack Monteleone and Reverie, and subbed for popular Boston GB bands Orchid Reid and Last Minute. Born and raised in Dallas, they moved back in December, and are so thrilled to be a part of the team elevating arts and culture in Rockwall.