Legendary Entertainment Attorney John Mason Releases Memoir ‘Crazy Lucky’
After a decades-long career spent guiding some of the most iconic names in music, film, and television through the most high-stakes moments of their lives, Nashville-based entertainment attorney John Mason is pulling back the curtain with the release of his memoir, Crazy Lucky, available now on Amazon.
To mark the occasion, Mason will host a special book signing on Saturday, June 28th at 2:00 PM CT at Barnes & Noble in Cool Springs (1701 Mallory Ln, Brentwood, TN). The public is invited to attend, meet the author, and get a signed copy of this remarkable new book that peers behind the velvet rope of the entertainment industry — from Hollywood boardrooms to backstage at the Opry.
A fixture in the entertainment world, John Mason has represented six Academy Award winners, advised members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and served as legal counsel to recording artists whose sales exceed 100 million records worldwide. He has been named Billboard Magazine’s “Entertainment Attorney of the Year” and has earned an A/V rating in the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory for more than 30 years.
But Crazy Lucky isn’t just a who’s who of showbiz legends. It’s a deeply personal and often hilarious look at Mason’s improbable journey — from a butcher’s son in California with a knack for the guitar, to a world-class legal mind trusted by stars like Reba McEntire, Olivia Newton-John, Frankie Valli, Smokey Robinson, Quincy Jones, the Jackson Five, and the Roy Orbison family. With humility, wit, and plenty of jaw-dropping stories, Mason takes readers inside the rooms where careers are made, crises are managed, and trust is everything.
“Most lawyers don’t do what I do,” Mason writes. “I’ve been the last line of defense, the emergency contact, and the one who gets the call in the middle of the night. This book is about what that life really looks like — not just the names, but the moments.”
From handling landmark litigation (including Olivia Newton-John v. MCA Records, which shaped modern contract law), to being appointed by President George W. Bush to the President’s Committee on the Arts and Humanities, Mason has long been a quiet force behind the scenes. Now, with Crazy Lucky, he’s finally sharing the stories — and the lessons — with the world.
About the Book:
Crazy Lucky is a career-spanning memoir filled with never-before-heard anecdotes involving the likes of Michael Jackson, Brian Wilson, Shakira, and countless others. With charm, honesty, and legal savvy, Mason reveals what it means to be the person artists turn to when everything’s on the line. It’s a masterclass in trust, loyalty, and how to survive — and thrive — in the most unpredictable industry in the world.
Event Details:
Barnes & Noble – Cool Springs
Saturday, June 28, 2025
2:00 PM CT
Crazy Lucky available now at Amazon.com
More info: www.johnmasonlaw.com
