In the Wake of COVID-19, the Industry Will: “See the deals for DJs and live shows changing in the way that they’re constructed.” “In dance music, it’s harder to get booked if you’re black, trans, gay or a woman,” he says, “even though people originated the genre. Touring was such a big driver.”Ĭo-founder, He.She.They./The Weird & The Wonderfulīraines, 38, and business partner Sophia Kearney co-founded both management company The Weird & The Wonderful (which joined forces with TaP Music in 2019) and event series, record label and fashion label He.She.They., which “queers up” venues from Ibiza to India. In the Wake of COVID-19, the Industry Will: “Have to diversify. or New York,” she says, “but I’ve been blown away by the collaborative spirit.” “Nashville is a smaller music community than L.A. VP label and artist partnerships, Nashville, Ingrooves MusicĪfter a previous decade-plus stint at Ingrooves in California, Bontusa, 41, returned to the Universal-owned distribution/marketing company in a newly created role last August to launch its first Nashville outpost. Read more about how Ayadi is helping artists find success on TikTok here. Senior vp fan engagement and digital marketing, Warner Records Younger people have a completely different opportunity to share their experiences.” “Each time somebody sends a message social media, there’s an opportunity to enhance that message and demonstrate how that user is feeling with music,” says Napster alum Atkins, 51, who leads the legal team that oversees music-related relationships and licensing agreements for the platform and its sister apps.Īdvice for Young Queer Professionals: “Find people and groups that can be supportive. We’ve spoken with every client and are letting them tell us how they’d most like our help.”ĭirector/associate general counsel, global head of music, Facebook How We’re Fighting Racial Injustice: “We’ve offered paid time off to peacefully protest. In addition to co-managing PEG’s roster of queer talent, Aceto helped PEG launch Digital Drag Fest during the pandemic, boosting clients and “helping as many LGBTQ artists and allies as possible.” The drag world and the music industry have never been more aligned, thanks in part to Aceto, 36, who shepherded a partnership between PEG and Warner Music Group’s Alternative Distribution Alliance in 2019. Head of A&R, PEG Records Talent manager, Producer Entertainment Group Musicians Who Have Opened Up About Their Mental Health StrugglesĪdvice for Young Queer Professionals: “Be prepared and excited to dive in.
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