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January 24, 2024 – New York, NY – On the heels of a highly acclaimed 2023 tour, the “Pop 2000 Tour” hosted by Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC will return in 2024 with a 26-city run starting in March. The lineup of platinum hit-making pop stars includes O-Town, BBMAK, Ryan Cabrera, and LFO, who will perform some of the era’s iconic hits such as “Summer Girls,” “All or Nothing,” and “Bye, Bye Bye.”

 

The tour will kick off March 9 in St. Lucie, FL, at the MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center before hitting cities such as Phoenix, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, and Detroit. The 26-date trek will wrap up July 14 at the House of Blues in Cleveland, OH.

Reflecting on last year’s successful “Pop 2000 Tour” run and the excitement surrounding the upcoming, the head of Universal Attractions Agency’s Pop & Rock department, Matt Rafal, said: “We’re heading into our sixth summer of the “Pop 2000 Tour,” and we couldn’t be more excited. The chemistry between these five acts proved to be special in 2023, and we’re looking forward to hitting many new markets this year with this lineup.“

 

The Pop 2000 Tour is represented by Universal Attractions Agency.

How to Purchase: Visit https://pop2000tour.com for tickets and further details.

2024 Pop 2000 Tour Dates

Mar 09 – Port St. Lucie, FL – Midflorida Event Center

Apr 04 – Phoenix, AZ –

 Celebrity Theatre

Apr 05 – Las Vegas, NV – TBA

Apr 06 – Vista, CA – Moonlight Amphitheatre 

Apr 07 – Garden Grove, CA – Garden Amp 

Apr 12 – Des Plaines, IL – The Des P

laines Theatre 

Apr 13 – Marion, IL – Marion Cultural and Civic Center 

Apr 19 – Plano, TX – Legacy Hall 

Apr 20 – Cedar Park, TX – Haute Spot 

Apr 21 – Corpus Christi, TX – Am

erican Bank Center Selena Auditorium 

May 03 – Mt Pocono, PA – Mount Airy Casino Resort 

Jun 01 – Duluth, GA – Duluth Summer Stage Concert Series 

Jun 07 – Sheboygan, WI – Stefanie H. Weill Center for the Performing Arts 

Jun 08 – Waterloo, IA – My Waterloo Days

Jun 09 – Minnea

polis, MN – Varsity Theater

Jun 22 – South Boston, VA – VAVibe Festival

Jun 27 – Hampton Beach, NH – Bernie’s Beach Bar

Jun 28 – Schenectady, NY – Rivers Casino

Jun 29 – Paramus, NJ – TBA

Jun 30 – Hyannis, M

A – Cape Cod Melody Tent

Jul 05 – Renfro Valley, KY – New Barn Theatre

Jul 06 – Beaver Dam, KY – Beaver Dam Amphitheatre 

Jul 11 – Pickerington, OH – Picktown Palooza 

Jul 12 – Marietta, OH – Adelphia Summer Concert Series 

Jul 13 – Wyandotte, MI 

– District 142 

Jul 14 –  Cleveland, OH – House of Blues

Artist lineups may vary by city. Visit https://pop2000tour.com or check local listings for more info.

About the Artists:

Chris Kirkpatrick is an American singer, dancer, actor, and voice actor best known for his work as a founding member of the pop group *NSYNC. As a voice actor, he has worked on numerous kids’ shows, including voicing Chip Skylark’s character on “The Fairly Oddparents.” In 2022, he competed in Season 3 of “Celebrity Big Brother” and “The Masked Singer.”

O-Town’s story began in 1999, when “Making the Band” chronicled the rise to success of O-Town throughout three seasons of the series on both ABC and MTV. The group’s first two full-length albums included #1 singles, “Liquid Dreams” and “All or Nothing” and the Top 40 hit “We Fit Together.” “All or Nothing” was nominated for Song of the Year at the Radio Music Awards in 2001.

BBMAK originally formed in 1997, BBMAK (Mark Barry, Christian Burns, and Stephen McNally) are officially “Back Here” after a 15-year hiatus. The multi-platinum-selling English pop group has sold more than three million albums and had hit singles worldwide before disbanding in 2003. Best known for their self-penned infectious guitar-driven hits “Back Here,” “Out of My Heart,” and “The Ghost of You and Me,” BBMAK was one of the few bands during the pop explosion of the early 2000s to play their own instruments and write their own songs. Billboard recently named “Back Here” the 9th greatest boy band song of all time. 

LFO burst onto the scene in 1999 with the #1 smash hit “Summer Girls,” followed with another top-five hit in “Girl on TV” and the top-ten hit “Every Other Time.” Today, lone surviving member Brad Fischetti keeps the name of LFO alive, performing the songs to fans, new and old.

December 12, 2023 – New York, NY – Legendary New York rapper and actor Ja Rule has announced that he will take the stage in 2024 in support of “The Sunrise Tour,” with stops across the U.K. and Ireland. The tour will celebrate the 25th anniversary of Ja Rule’s debut album, “Venni Vetti Vecci,” which sequentially placed the rapper in superstardom status with a platinum record and hit song in “Holla Holla.” The ten-date trek will also mark Ja Rule’s first time performing inside the U.K. in a decade.

“The Sunrise Tour” will kick off on March 1 in Cardiff, Wales. From there, Ja Rule will bring his extensive catalog of hits like “Always on Time,” “Mesmerize,” and “Between Me and You” to cities such as London and Dublin before wrapping up the tour in Glasgow, Scotland, on March 17.

Ja Rule will also be joined by high-profile special guests Mya, Keri Hilson, and Lloyd, among others soon to be announced. Check local listings for exact lineup details. More tour dates will be announced shortly.

Speaking on the milestone tour, Universal Attractions Agent Jason Barnett said: “It’s been a pleasure working with everyone involved in making “The Sunrise Tour” a reality. Ja Rule last performed in the U.K. back in 2014, making this tour long overdue for the fans. I know Ja Rule is incredibly excited for the tour, and it’s going to be an amazing run.”

 

 

2024 “The Sunrise Tour” Dates

FRI, March 1 – Cardiff, Wales – Utilita Arena

SAT, March 2 – London, England – OVO Arena Wembley

SUN, March 3 – Birmingham, England – Utilita Arena

TUE, March 5 – Nottingham, England – Motorpoint Arena

WED, March 6 – Leeds, England – First Direct Arena

SAT, March 9 – Liverpool, England – M&S Bank Arena

SUN, March 10 – Newcastle, England – UPON TYNE Utilita Arena

WED, March 13 – Dublin, Ireland – 3Arena

THU, March 14 – Belfast, Ireland – SSE Arena Belfast

SUN, March 17 – Glasgow, Scotland – OVO Hydro

Tickets for “The Sunrise Tour” are on sale now and can be purchased at the link below.

https://tourlink.to/JaRuleTickets24

 

About Ja Rule:

Born in Hollis, Queens, he debuted in 1999 with “Venni Vetti Vecci” and its single “Holla Holla.” From 1999 to 2005, Ja Rule had several hits that made the top 20 of the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart, including “Between Me and You” with Christina Milian, “I’m Real (Murder Remix) with Jennifer Lopez, “Always on Time” with Ashanti, “Mesmerize” also with Ashanti. During the 2000s, Ja Rule was signed to The Inc. Records, which was formerly known as Murder Inc. and was led by Irv Gotti. Ja Rule has sold over 30 million records worldwide and was the best-selling rapper in 2001.

 

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, 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 the most prominent artists, comedians, and entertainers of today. To find more information about Universal Attractions and the agency’s roster, visit the official UAA website.

December 4, 2023 – New York, NY – After a triumphant return to the stage this fall, Chippendales have announced the “Welcome to the Chippendales Tour” in what will be their first world tour since 2019. The announcement comes on the heels of the highly successful September show at the Hard Rock Atlantic City featuring celebrity guest host Vinny Guadagnino from the hit MTV show “Jersey Shore” and “Jersey Shore Family Vacation.” Chippendales’ hit return to the stage was followed by another acclaimed performance last month at the prestigious Thunder Valley Resort in California.

Following the two massive successes, Chipendales will perform at additional Hard Rock properties in 2024, including Hard Rock Cincinnati (March 29-30) and Hard Rock Northern Indiana (April 5-6). Tickets for both shows are on sale now, with more U.S. dates to be announced shortly. European dates include stops in cities across the Netherlands, Denmark, Austria, and Germany, which are also currently on sale.

Head of Universal Attractions Agency casino department and Chippendales agent Joel Brandes spoke on the excitement surrounding the Chippednales’ return to the stage, saying: “The response has been incredible. With all the girls screaming, you would’ve thought that The Beatles were on stage. The two Hard Rock shows have been a massive hit, and we look forward to having them back in 2024!”

Michael Woodside, VP of Entertainment and Marketing at Hard Rock Atlantic City, also praised the Chippendales’ return, adding: “Hard Rock Atla

ntic Cityis excited to continue its partnership with the Chippendales organization. Their residency this past September brought an incredible level of energy to our resort.”

Lastly, Chippendales Production Tour Manager Danielle Pearson also spoke on the excitement surrounding the upcoming tour, adding: “We are thrilled to hit the road once again with our all-new bigger, better, and bawdier production. In addition to our upcoming U.S. tour dates, we are especially grateful to return to Europe, where many of our ticket holders from our 2020 tour canceled due to COVID, opted to hold on to their tickets and wait for our return versus asking for a refund. We have the best fans!”

 For more information and a complete list of tour cities scheduled for 2024, visit Chippendales.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, 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 the most prominent artists, comedians, and entertainers of today. To find more information about Universal Attractions and the agency’s roster, visit the official UAA website.

October 23, 2023 – New York, NY – Universal Attractions Agency is proud to announce that nine-time Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Kelly Price has signed exclusively with Universal Attractions Agency. UAA partner Adam Zagor will act as Responsible Agent.

Kelly Price is best known for her platinum-selling 1998 debut album “Soul of a Woman” featuring the hit single “Friend of Mine.” Over her three-decade career, Kelly Price has also collaborated with some of the biggest names in music, including Mary J. Blige, Elton John, Puff Daddy, The Isley Brothers, and more. Other career highlights include her contributions to generational hits, such as singing the chorus on “Mo Money Mo Problems” by The Notorious B.I.G. and contributing the backing vocals to Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You.”

Speaking on signing exclusively with Universal Attractions Agency, Kelly Price said: “Music is in such a unique place right now, and the R&B genre is experiencing a rebirth of sorts. UAA has been a support for artists of all genres for decades and understands the nuances and necessities for talent when it’s time to hit the road. I’m excited about my new chapter in music, which includes my new partnership with UAA! It’s tour time, and I can’t wait to see all of my fans and supporters in their cities very soon!”

Responsible Agent Adam Zagor added: “I have been a fan of Kelly Price for years, and I am excited to be working more closely with her. I look forward to booking dates for Kelly as she celebrates 25 years of her debut album, “Soul of a Woman.”

In addition to her longstanding music career, in recent years, Kelly Price has entered the world of acting with roles in the T.V. series “Saints and Sinners,” “American Soul,” and “A La Carte.”

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, 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 the most prominent artists, comedians, and entertainers of today. To find more information about Universal Attractions and the agency’s roster, visit the official UAA website.

June 26, 2023 – New York, NY – Universal Attractions Agency is proud to announce that Atlanta hip-hop trio Travis Porter has signed exclusively to UAA, with Adam Zagor acting as Responsible Agent.

 

This Friday, June 30, Travis Porter will release the lead single from their forthcoming LP titled “Streets R US.” The single, “Big God,” will feature longtime collaborator Waka Flocka Flame. Recently, Travis Porter has also been a mainstay on the “Millennium Tour: Turned Up Edition,” where the trio has performed their club hits alongside other popular hit makers of the era, including Bow Wow, Ying Yang Twins, and Bobby V.

 

Speaking on Travis Porter signing exclusively with Universal Attractions Agency, Adam Zagor said: “I am really excited to work more closely with Travis Porter. I believe Travis Porter are only scratching the surface of their full potential, and I look forward to helping grow their careers.”

 

Travis Porter are best known for their hit singles “Bring It Back” and “Make It Rain,” along with a prolific string of mixtapes, including “Who Is Travis Porter?” Travis Porter has also frequently collaborated with Waka Flocka Flame and made guest appearances on projects from numerous high-profile southern hip-hop artists, such as Future, Gucci Mane, and Juicy J.

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, 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 the most prominent artists, comedians, and entertainers of today.  To find more information about Universal Attractions and the agency’s roster, visit the official UAA website.

 

May 30, 2023, New York, NY – Universal Attractions Agency is proud to announce the promotion of Jackson Stone to agent based out of the New York office. Jackson will represent Universal Attractions as the East Coast small-capacity (1,500 and under) agent. Prior to his promotion, Jackson was an assistant at UAA to three senior agents.

At Universal Attractions, Jackson works with the acclaimed neo-soul artist Bilal and is Co-RA to Rob Base with agency owner Jeff Epstein. 

On the promotion to agent, Jeff Epstein said: “Jackson is a shining star at UAA; through his time as an assistant, he has been tenacious, dedicated, and consistent. We are confident that Jackson will continue to excel as he represents Universal Attractions as our new East Coast  small-capacity agent.” 

Jackson Stone initially joined Universal Attractions in July 2022, joining the agency shortly after receiving his bachelor’s degree in economics at the University of Michigan. Throughout his college years, Jackson began consistently attending concerts and live music events, where he discovered his passion to pursue a career in the music industry.

 

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, 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 the most prominent artists, comedians, and entertainers of today.  To find more information about Universal Attractions and the agency’s roster, visit the official UAA website.

New York, NY (May 4, 2023)–Universal Attractions Agency (UAA) announces the seventh summer “I Love the ‘90s Tour,” headlined by Vanilla Ice, and featuring top hitmakers of the 90’s decade including Treach of Naughty By Nature, Tone Loc, Mark McGrath of Sugar Ray, Rob Base, All 4 One, Color Me Badd, Young MC, Blackstreet, Kid N Play, Montell Jordan, Sugarhill Gang, DJ Jazzy Jeff, C+C Music Factory Featuring Freedom Williams, Tag Team, 2 Live Crew, DJ Kool, and Young MC.  The 23-city U.S. and Canadian tour will include a rotating lineup, kicking off at the Mohegan Sun Casino in Uncasville, CT on May 13.  All U.S. dates will be presented by SiriusXM’s ‘90s on 9.

 “I Love The ‘90s Tour,” this year’s arena-sized dance party, will bring the era’s biggest stars to such cities as Los Angeles, Chicago, Las Vegas, and more, where fans can expect to hear such mega-hits as “Ice, Ice Baby,” “O.P.P,” “I Wanna Sex You Up,” “Funky Cold Medina,” “It Takes Two,” “I Swear,” and “This Is How We Do It.”  Since the tour’s inception, the ongoing, revolving lineup of ‘90s icons performing the era’s biggest hits has sold millions of tickets, selling out amphitheaters and arenas nationwide. 

 Says Jeff Epstein of Universal Attractions Agency (UAA), also co-owner and co-architect of the tour, “We started this seven years ago, and the fans just want more and more.  We are happy to deliver! Thank you to all of the promoters who keep presenting the tour and all the fans who continue to support it!” 

 The blockbuster throwback tour originally launched in 2016, and was “an instant hit,” according to Rolling Stone. With more than 325 tour dates since its launch, it continues to be a fan favorite time and time again, landing it on Pollstar’s “Top-Grossing Tours” list ahead of some of today’s biggest acts, in its inaugural tour. Says E! Online, “Whether you are a ’90s kid that wants to relive the music of your youth or a music junkie that wants to experience the iconic era, this … immersive dance party is the perfect event for you.”

 To purchase tickets for the tour, visit www.ilovethe90stour.com;  For official tour merchandise and fax experiences visit www.90smerch.com

“I LOVE THE 90’S” – 2023 TOUR DATES (check local listings for artist lineups):

5/13/23        Mohegan Sun                                                     Uncasville, CT

5/26/23        SOAK Pool at Palms Casino Resort                 Las Vegas, NV       

5/27/23        Los Angeles County Fair                                   Pomona, CA

6/2/23          The Mill                                                               Terre Haute, IN

6/2/23          The Grand Casino Hinckley                               Hinckley, MN

6/3/23          The Grand Casino Hinckley                                Hinckley, MN

6/10/23        Fraze Pavilion                                                        Kettering, OH

6/16/23        Abbotsford Centre                                                Abbotsford, BC

6/17/23        Seven Feathers Casino                                         Canyonville, OR

6/24/23        Mari Showroom at Paragon Casino Resort         Marksville, LA

7/6/23          The Cove at River Spirit Casino                                 Tulsa, OK

7/7/23          The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory                        Irving, TX

7/8/23          Concrete Street Amphitheater, Pavilion Stage           Corpus Christi, TX

7/15/23        Plymouth Motor Speedway                                        Plymouth, IN

7/21/23        Ocean Casino                                                              Atlantic City, NJ

7/22/23        Delaware State Fair                                                     Harrington, DE

7/25/23        Explore Edmonton, K-Days Main Stage                  Edmonton, AB

7/28/23        Grey Eagle Event Center                                           Calgary, AB

7/29/23        Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede                  Medicine Hat, AB

8/4/23          Liberty Bank Amphitheater                                        Alton, IL 

8/25/23        Guaranteed Rate Field                                               Chicago, IL

8/31/23        Oregon State Fair                                                        Salem, OR

9/23/23        Bloomsburg Fair                                                         Bloomsburg, PA

 

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, 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 the most prominent legendary artists and contemporary entertainers such as Ashanti, Doug E Fresh, Fred Hammond, K. Michelle, Keith Sweat, Flo Rida, Ja Rule, Mary Mary, Marsha Ambrosius, Morris Day & The Time, O-Town, Stephanie Mills, T.I., Tone Loc, The Jacksons, The Stylistics, Treach of Naughty by Nature, UB40, Vanilla Ice, Will Downing and such packages that include “Hip Hop 50 Tour”, “Lost 80’s Live Tour”, “Pop 2000 Tour”, “The 70’s Soul Jam” “The I Love the 90’s Tour”, and many many more.

 To find more information about Universal Attractions and the agency’s roster, visit the official UAA website.

March 20, 2023 – New York, NY – Universal Attractions Agency (UAA) is proud to announce the representation of “Tacos & Tequila Fest” in conjunction with producer Capitol International Productions, Inc. The rotating city/one-day festival will boast a lineup of chart-topping artists such as Rick Ross alongside high-grade tequila tasting, vendors, and local food trucks.

The inaugural “Tacos & Tequila Fest” on May 20 at Chukchansi Park in Fresno, CA, includes Rick Ross, and Lil Jon. Future lineups will include the likes of Flo Rida, Ja Rule, Ashanti, Mase, Juvenile, and more hit-makers. 

Other festival offerings with two different exciting brands include Lucha Xtreme: “Battle for the Gold Tour,” fusing Lucha libre and American styles of professional wrestling, along with “Toybox,” which will represent the most high-end automobiles, motorcycles, trucks, and high-performance vehicles at select tour stops. This allows the opportunity for venues/promoters to get their local tequila activations for “Tacos & Tequila Fest” or “Tequila Fest.”

On the partnership between UAA and Capitol International Productions Inc. and bringing “Tacos & Tequila Fest” to life, UAA owner Jeff Epstein said: “Mick Scully, the President of Capitol, has been friends of UAA for many, many years. I personally spent a lot of time speaking with Mick over the height of the pandemic discussing the future of live entertainment and that we needed to work collaboratively to create new content and give fans a better and different live experience. I am excited to have landed on this project with Mick Scully, Lance Cardoza, Deana Rudy, and the Capitol International Productions Inc. team.” 

Lance Cardoza, Executive Vice President of Capitol International Productions, Inc., said: “Our many promoters are extremely excited about this potential annual event, Tacos & Tequila Fest or Tequila Fest, being the event that fans come back to every year for some great tacos, throwback entertainment, and of course tequila!” He went on to say, “This partnership with UAA is fantastic; they get throwback entertainment like no other. Also, the opportunity for venues to engage their local tequila distributor for local activation is truly a hit with them!”

*Additional “Tacos and Tequila Fest/Tequila Fest” dates and lineups will be announced shortly.

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, 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 the most prominent artists, comedians, and entertainers of today, such as Nelly, Ludacris, T.I., Ja Rule & Ashanti, Cedric the Entertainer, UB40, Keith Sweat, Flo Rida, and countless others. UAA also created one of the most sensational tours of the last decade with the “I Love the 90’s Tour,” which has sold out large amphitheaters and arenas across the country, selling millions of tickets.

About Capitol International Productions Inc:

Capitol International Productions Inc has been in the entertainment industry for nearly 60 years. We are a premiere entertainment buying service for national acts in the arena, stadium, theater, PAC, and the largest independent supplier of ground entertainment, booking many genres in the entertainment industry.

To find more information about Universal Attractions and the agency’s roster, visit the official UAA website.

Pictured left to right: UAA client Keith Sweat, Joel Brandes, Chase Edwards

 

Feb 21, 2023, New York, NY – Universal Attractions Agency is proud to announce the promotions of Joel Brandes and Chase Edwards, both based out of the Los Angeles office. Joel Brandes will oversee all casino endeavors, while Chase Edwards will represent Universal Attractions Agency as the West Coast casino agent.

 

Music industry veteran Joel Brandes joined Universal Attractions Agency in 2014 as part of the agency’s then-newly minted casino division. In the years since, Joel has overseen immense growth in the casino department, including the additions of agent Ricky Regalado (promoted in 2021) and the most recent promotion of Chase Edwards. 

 

Joel’s most significant accomplishments at Universal Attractions Agency include brokering Keith Sweat’s Las Vegas residency at The Flamingo and bringing the acclaimed “I Love the 90s” tour to MGM’s Mandalay Bay. Each of these garnered high notoriety, paving the way for greater UAA casino department success.

 

Chase Edwards, who joined the agency in 2017, was most recently the West Coast small-capacity (1,500 and under) agent before his promotion to casinos, fairs, and festivals in the same territory. At Universal Attractions Agency, Chase is the responsible agent for numerous acts, including Sir Mix A Lot, Warren G, Nappy Roots, and DJ Skribble, among others.

 

On Joel’s accomplishments, Universal Attractions Agency General Manager Nick Martucci said: “After working with Joel for a decade-plus, I can say nobody is more tenacious or passionate about servicing casino talent buyers. His ambition is contagious and continues to add tremendous value to our agency. We consider Joel family, and I have been fortunate to watch him rise the ranks with us at Universal Attractions.”

 

Universal Attractions Agency announced the expansion of the casino division in 2014. This coincided with the agency’s Los Angeles office opening in the same year.

 

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, 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 the most prominent artists, comedians, and entertainers of today, such as Nelly, Ludacris, T.I., Ja Rule & Ashanti, Cedric the Entertainer, UB40, Keith Sweat, Flo Rida, and countless others. UAA also created one of the most sensational tours of the last decade with the “I Love the 90’s Tour,” which sold out large amphitheaters and arenas across the country, selling millions of tickets.

To find more information about Universal Attractions and the agency’s roster, visit the official UAA website.