ATO Records co-founder Michael McDonald is Azoff’s newest catch, as he moves his Mick Management, whose clients include John Mayer and Ray LaMontagne, under the Front Line umbrella. Following the split, askers are asking, what was the rub between McDonald and ATO head Will Botwin?
In other managerial maneuvering, Ari Emanuel, still getting used to being the second most famous sibling in his family, will have the spotlight once again turned in his direction when he announces that his Endeavor Agency will buy its way into music management, acquiring Johnny Wright’s company. Music-intensive rivals CAA and William Morris are said to be not at all pleased with Emanuel’s decision. Questions surround who is funding the venture and which managers Emanuel will go after.
JENNIFER KNOEPFLE: THE HITS INTERVIEW
A publishing all-star tells her story. (5/7a)
LIVE NATION POSTS (ANOTHER) RECORD QUARTER
More butts in seats than ever before. (5/3a)
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THE NEW UMG
Gosh, we hope there are more press releases.
TIKTOK BANNED!
Unless the Senate manages to make this whole thing go away, that is.
THE NEW HUGE COUNTRY ACT
No, not that one.
TRUMP'S CAMPAIGN PLAYLIST
Now 100% unlicensed!
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