June 24, 2024 – New York, NY: Universal Attractions Agency is excited to announce that platinum-selling, award-winning R&B group Dru Hill has signed exclusively with the agency for casinos. UAA’s Joel Brandes and Chase Edwards will act as responsible agents. The signing of Dru Hill bolsters Universal Attractions casino department, which has also seen the recent signing of The Chippendales, Deal or No Deal, and Queen Nation.
Formed in 1992, Dru Hill has become one of the most recognizable acts in all of R&B with seven top 40 hits, including a trio of number-one hits, “In My Bed,” “Never Make a Promise,” and “How Deep is Your Love.” Their 1996 self-titled debut and the 1998 follow-up, “Enter the Dru,” both achieved platinum status, with the latter reaching RIAA double platinum status, solidifying their place as icons of the R&B genre.
Head of UAA’s casino department, Joel Brandes, spoke on the exclusive signing of Dru Hill for casinos, saying: “Their unique vocal harmony, choreography, and charisma are the real deal and are a perfect fit for casinos. I am excited to be working with such a great group.”
This year’s Dru Hill casino appearances have included MGM Northfield Park with a gross of over $100,000, Emerald Queen grossing $93,000, Motor City Detroit grossing $91,00, and a sold-out show at Morongo Casino & Resort. Dru Hill is headlining the upcoming 90s R&B Holiday Rewind Tour booked by Universal Attractions Agency.
For tickets to upcoming performances, visit yearofthedru.com.
About Universal Attractions:
In business since 1945, Universal Attractions Agency (UAA) boasts locations in the heart of New York City and Los Angeles. The agency’s celebrated history includes launching the career of the legendary soul singer James Brown and representing him for more than 40 years, in addition to a truly jaw-dropping list of talent on its rosters, including Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, Sam and Dave, Smokey Robinson, and the Miracles, Joe Tex, Solomon Burke, the Staples Singers, The Grateful Dead, Sepultura, Salt-N-Pepa, Coolio, Naughty By Nature, UB40, The Jacksons, New Edition, MC Hammer, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, and so many more.
UAA has proven itself as an industry leader among talent agencies, continuing to help direct the careers of some of today’s most prominent artists, comedians, and entertainers. To find more information about Universal Attractions and the agency’s roster, visit the official UAA website.
