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3 weeks ago | 
news.pollstar.com | Sarah Pittman
The Feldman Agency has unveiled a series of internal promotions, with an announcement noting that the appointments reflect the agency’s growth and underscore TFA’s “strategic focus on talent buying, artist support, and operational innovation across its offices in Toronto and Vancouver.” The promotions include Joel Baskin being named Senior Vice President, which reinforces “his integral role in shaping the agency’s direction and continued excellence.” Baskin, who has been at TFA for over 14...
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3 weeks ago | 
news.pollstar.com | Sarah Pittman
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3 weeks ago | 
news.pollstar.com | Sarah Pittman
Joe Mansueto, owner and chairman of the Chicago Fire Football Club, penned a letter addressed to Chicago this week to announce plans for a new, privately funded, soccer-specific stadium and entertainment district. Construction is expected to begin by the end of this year, with the venue set to open in 2028. The team currently calls Soldier Field home, along with the NFL’s Chicago Bears.
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3 weeks ago | 
news.pollstar.com | Sarah Pittman
During the past 45 years the 9:30 Club has hosted more than 11,000 artists and nearly 8 million fans.
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3 weeks ago | 
news.pollstar.com | Sarah Pittman
Prepare yourselves for another chance at having the best day ever! The initial details have been announced for the second edition of Aminé’s The Best Day Ever festival, which is being held in his hometown of Portland, Oregon, Sept. 13-14. The shindig is happening at Edgefield Lawn with a lineup featuring Aminé himself, Thundercat, Amaarae, Zack Fox, MIKE, chlothegod, and SoundsByDontā. A presale for The Best Day Ever starts Thursday, June 5 at 10 a.m. Pacific Time.
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3 weeks ago | 
news.pollstar.com | Sarah Pittman
MusiCares has opened up its annual Wellness In Music Survey, an annual check-in that the nonprofit organization utilizes in order to “listen more deeply, respond more effectively, and create programs that meet the real-world needs of music professionals today.” The fifth annual survey is live now and open until June 13, available in both English and Spanish. Topics covered in the survey include mental health, financial wellness, addiction, insurance, and diversity and inclusion.
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3 weeks ago | 
news.pollstar.com | Sarah Pittman
After making her debut at Coachella and playing Goldenvoice’s 2025 Concert Series, breakout star Lola Young is heading back to North America in November for a 17-date headline tour. The singer/songwriter – who hails from South London and has made a name for herself with her powerhouse, soulful vocals and IDGAF attitude – has recently earned tons of accolades including winning the Rising Star Award from Ivor Novello and being named a Future 25 artist by Rolling Stone.
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4 weeks ago | 
news.pollstar.com | Sarah Pittman
Usher has earned praise for his career-spanning spectacle “Usher: Past Present Future” Tour, for both the cutting-edge production and his always-dazzling showmanship – including being crowned the R&B Tour of the Year at the Pollstar Awards. As part of Pollstar’s coverage of the transportation sector we checked in with road manager Keeyah Johnson to get her take on working on the trek and learn more about how she advocated for herself to find her way in the live industry.
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4 weeks ago | 
news.pollstar.com | Sarah Pittman
Industry veteran Brent Weinstein has joined Creative Artists Agency’s senior leadership team, a role in which he will be responsible for overseeing several areas including Digital Media, Podcasts, Games, Talent Business Ventures, and Speakers.
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1 month ago | 
news.pollstar.com | Sarah Pittman
Sigur Rós is headed back to North America in November for a dozen shows marking the final leg of the Icelandic art rock band’s three-years run collaborating with local orchestras and conductor Robert Ames. The setlist will feature songs from their latest album, 2023’s ÁTTA, along with favorites from their catalog. The band will be sure to show off selections from Takk, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year with limited edition physical sets, digital releases, and more.
