Booking Agent Info

We wanted to see which managers were behind this years Viacom MTV VMAs. We used Booking Agent Info to find out. Full Stop Management leads the pack with four nominees: Tate McRae, Kings of Leon, U2, and Cardi B. BigHit (HYBE LABEL), the K-Pop powerhouse, follows closely with three nominees. (Note: We did not include artists from Scooter Braun Projects, despite HYBE's ownership.) Their nominees include NewJeans, Jungkook, and Tomorrow X Together. Good World Management also boasts three nominees, representing Ariana Grande, Troye Sivan, and Charli XCX, who is co-managed with Project Gold. Several management teams have two nominees each. Habibi Management represents Bad Bunny and Karol G. Roc Nation backs Megan Thee Stallion and Alicia Keys. Latiffie Management represents Gracie Abrams and Usher. Range Media Partners supports Jack Harlow and Shaboozey. Reynold Management is behind Benson Boone and Imagine Dragons. Scooter Braun Projects manages Le Sserafim and Kaliii. These management teams are the driving force behind some of the biggest names in music today.

Alia Bhatt has been named a new global brand ambassador for L'Oréal Paris. The 31-year-old will front global campaigns for the French beauty brand this autumn, appearing across television, digital, and social media platforms. Bhatt, best known for her roles in Darlings, Heart of Stone, and Highway, was named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2024. She joins a prestigious line-up of L'Oréal Paris ambassadors, including Eva Longoria, Elle Fanning, Simone Ashley, Viola Davis, Camila Cabello, and Kendall Jenner. Last year, Bhatt also made history as Gucci’s first Indian global ambassador.

Hanumankind, has signed with Wasserman for worldwide representation, excluding India. Hanumankind continues to be managed by Imaginary Frnds. He gained international attention with his song "Big Dawgs," which debuted at number 57 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and reached #9 on the Spotify Top 200 Global Songs chart.

Shay Mitchell, who is represented by WME, has been announced as the new global brand ambassador for Maybelline New York. Best known for her role as Emily Fields in the hit TV series Pretty Little Liars, Mitchell has built a diverse portfolio of brand endorsements, including Onda Tequila, Pink Dot, and Shopify. As the new face of Maybelline New York, she joins a diverse group of endorsers that includes Kyle Echarri, Belle Mariano, Sharlize True, Sophie Habboo, and Genie Bouchard.

Matthew Morrison has signed with Wasserman for live music touring. He continues to be represented by InterTalent Rights Group for film and TV. He remains managed by Vault Entertainment. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Will Schuester on the hit TV show Glee, where his performance earned him Emmy and Golden Globe nominations. Morrison's Broadway career includes starring roles in productions such as Hairspray, The Light in the Piazza—for which he received a Tony Award nomination—and Finding Neverland. In addition to his acting, Morrison has released several studio albums, including his self-titled debut Matthew Morrison (2011), Where It All Began (2013), and A Classic Christmas (2013), showcasing his talent as a singer and performer.

Bakar has signed with United Talent Agency for representation. Managed by Our Bad Habit, Bakar most recently released his album Halo in September of last year via Black Butter. He has performed at major festivals such as Glastonbury, Reading and Leeds, and Coachella

Tash Sultana has signed with One Fiinix Live for representation in Europe and the UK. She continues to be repped by Wasserman for North and South America. Managed by Lemon Tree Music and with PR handled by the Schneider/Rondan Organization (SRO PR). Her latest release, the Sugar EP, dropped in August of last year via their label, Lonely Lands. Tash has graced the stages of major festivals worldwide, including Coachella, Lollapalooza, and Glastonbury.

Arc Music Festival, organized by Auris Presents, is set to electrify the birthplace of house, Chicago, over Labor Day weekend, featuring a diverse lineup of artists represented by some of the top agencies in the industry. Using Booking Agent Info, we researched the agencies behind this years line-up. Wasserman leads the pack, representing 26% of the lineup. Their star-studded roster includes big names like Idris Elba, Skepta, Sonny Fodera, Dom Dolla, and Green Velvet, showcasing their significant influence in the festival circuit. Creative Artists Agency (CAA) follows, covering 10% of the lineup with talents such as Chris Stussy, Ben Sterling, Dennis Cruz, and Purple Disco Machine. Liaison Artists, also representing 10%, brings powerhouse acts like Eats Everything, Honey Dijon, Hot Since 82, and Anotr to the stage. United Talent Agency (UTA) and WME | William Morris Endeavor each represent 7% of the lineup. UTA’s roster includes heavyweights like Kaskade, Oppidan, and Hiroko Yamamura, while WME brings The Martinez Brothers, Honeyluv, and Sara Landry to the festival. APT Entertainment, representing 3% of the lineup, counts DJ Heather and Derrick Carter among its talents. Detroit Premiere Artists, also with 3%, boasts legends like Carl Craig and Moodymann. Spin Artist Agency, with 3%, reps Meduza and Tini Gessler. TBA Agency, with 3%, reps Elkka and Shaun J. Wright. 28% of the lineup is represented by a variety of other agencies and artists who manage their bookings in-house. It should be noted that we excluded 2 artists who we didn't have data. Access our data here: https://bit.ly/4fSOoKe

Beyoncé Knowles has launched a new whiskey brand, SirDavis, in collaboration with the LVMH luxury empire. The brand is named in honor of her great-grandfather, Davis, and also nods to her son, Sir. In addition to SirDavis, Beyoncé has been involved in other business ventures, including CeCred, House Of Deréon, and her management company, Parkwood Entertainment.

As North Coast Festival enters its 14th year, the festival—by collectiv presents and held over Labor Day weekend at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, IL—continues to showcase a dynamic range of talent. We took a look at the agencies behind this years line-up. Notably, 67% of the lineup is represented by a variety of agencies or by artists managing their own bookings. A significant portion of this group consists of local Chicago DJs, highlighting the festival's commitment to supporting the local music scene. Leading the pack, Wasserman represents 18% of the lineup, including major acts like Above & Beyond, Seven Lions, Sidepiece, and San Holo. Following closely, United Talent Agency holds 11% of the roster, with artists such as Netsky, Subtronics, Illenium, Deorro, and Acraze. Meanwhile, Creative Artists Agency covers 4% of the lineup, representing names like Alan Walker, G Jones, Laszewo, and Two Friends.