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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
AEG Presents' Global Partnerships Promotes Joe Jaeger to Vice President of Integrated Marketing and Strategy
Longtime Marketing Executive to Help Drive Strategic Brand Strategy Across AEG Presents' Music Portfolio Hi-res photo available for download HERE LOS ANGELES, May 20, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AEG Presents, a global leader in live entertainment, today announced the promotion of Joe Jaeger to Vice President, Integrated Marketing and Strategy within its Global Partnerships division. In this new role, Jaeger will continue to lead the marketing team while expanding his responsibilities to include strategic development across AEG's extensive portfolio of live music properties. As in his previous role, Jaeger will report to Alexandra McArthur, Senior Vice President of Global Partnerships, AEG Presents and will remain based in Los Angeles. Now in his seventh year with AEG Presents, Jaeger has played a key role in shaping brand partnerships and marketing efforts for some of the most recognized festivals in the country, including Stagecoach: California's Country Music Festival, Portola, as well as for AEG Presents venues nationwide. "Joe has consistently brought strategic thinking, creativity, and a strong understanding of how to connect brands with live music fans," said McArthur. "He's been instrumental in driving growth across our platforms, and I'm excited to see him step into this expanded leadership role." Prior to joining AEG Presents, Jaeger spent nearly four years with iHeartMedia in New York City, where he worked in the marketing solutions division focused on national live events. He launched his career in the entertainment industry at Fiur Productions in New York City, later joining the Integrated Marketing division at MTV, where he played a key role in developing branded content and sponsorship activations for music-driven programming. "I'm honored to take on this new role," said Jaeger. "AEG Presents has built an incredible ecosystem of festivals and venues, and I'm excited to continue developing meaningful, forward-thinking partnerships that elevate both the fan experience and our brand relationships." ABOUT AEG PRESENTS Combining the power of the live event with a focus on true artist development, AEG Presents is a world leader in the music and entertainment industries. Operating across five continents, the company has an unparalleled commitment to artistry, creativity, and community. Its tentpole festivals and multi-day music events — which include the iconic Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and the legendary New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival alongside British Summer Time at Hyde Park, Stagecoach, Hangout Festival, Electric Forest, Buckeye Country Superfest, Rock En Seine and All Points East — continue to set the bar for the live music experience. AEG Presents promotes global tours for artists such as Justin Bieber, Zach Bryan, Sabrina Carpenter, Kenny Chesney, Luke Combs, Celine Dion, Elton John, Carin León, Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, and Tyler, The Creator, in addition to — through its network of clubs, theatres, arenas, stadiums and renowned partner brands such as The Bowery Presents, Cárdenas Marketing Network, Concerts West, Frontier Touring, Goldenvoice, Marshall Arts, MCT Agentur, Messina Touring Group, PromoWest Productions, and Zero Mile Presents — creating and developing an unmatched infrastructure for artist development and audience reach. More information can be found at View source version on Contacts MEDIA CONTACTS: AEG PresentsDennis Dennehyddennehy@ AEG Global PartnershipsShannon Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
20-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
AEG Presents' Global Partnerships Promotes Joe Jaeger to Vice President of Integrated Marketing and Strategy
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AEG Presents, a global leader in live entertainment, today announced the promotion of Joe Jaeger to Vice President, Integrated Marketing and Strategy within its Global Partnerships division. In this new role, Jaeger will continue to lead the marketing team while expanding his responsibilities to include strategic development across AEG's extensive portfolio of live music properties. As in his previous role, Jaeger will report to Alexandra McArthur, Senior Vice President of Global Partnerships, AEG Presents and will remain based in Los Angeles. Now in his seventh year with AEG Presents, Jaeger has played a key role in shaping brand partnerships and marketing efforts for some of the most recognized festivals in the country, including Stagecoach: California's Country Music Festival, Portola, as well as for AEG Presents venues nationwide. 'Joe has consistently brought strategic thinking, creativity, and a strong understanding of how to connect brands with live music fans,' said McArthur. 'He's been instrumental in driving growth across our platforms, and I'm excited to see him step into this expanded leadership role.' Prior to joining AEG Presents, Jaeger spent nearly four years with iHeartMedia in New York City, where he worked in the marketing solutions division focused on national live events. He launched his career in the entertainment industry at Fiur Productions in New York City, later joining the Integrated Marketing division at MTV, where he played a key role in developing branded content and sponsorship activations for music-driven programming. 'I'm honored to take on this new role,' said Jaeger. 'AEG Presents has built an incredible ecosystem of festivals and venues, and I'm excited to continue developing meaningful, forward-thinking partnerships that elevate both the fan experience and our brand relationships.' ABOUT AEG PRESENTS Combining the power of the live event with a focus on true artist development, AEG Presents is a world leader in the music and entertainment industries. Operating across five continents, the company has an unparalleled commitment to artistry, creativity, and community. Its tentpole festivals and multi-day music events — which include the iconic Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and the legendary New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival alongside British Summer Time at Hyde Park, Stagecoach, Hangout Festival, Electric Forest, Buckeye Country Superfest, Rock En Seine and All Points East — continue to set the bar for the live music experience. AEG Presents promotes global tours for artists such as Justin Bieber, Zach Bryan, Sabrina Carpenter, Kenny Chesney, Luke Combs, Celine Dion, Elton John, Carin León, Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, and Tyler, The Creator, in addition to — through its network of clubs, theatres, arenas, stadiums and renowned partner brands such as The Bowery Presents, Cárdenas Marketing Network, Concerts West, Frontier Touring, Goldenvoice, Marshall Arts, MCT Agentur, Messina Touring Group, PromoWest Productions, and Zero Mile Presents — creating and developing an unmatched infrastructure for artist development and audience reach. More information can be found at
Newsweek
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Azealia Banks' Shakira Met Gala Remark Goes Viral
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Shakira's Met Gala look has sparked criticism from rapper Azealia Banks. Newsweek reached out to Shakira's representative via email for comment. The Context The Met Gala, a charity event for The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, was a star-studded affair on Monday in New York City. Celebrities including Sydney Sweeney, Demi Moore, Jodie Turner-Smith, Whoopi Goldberg, Zendaya, Doja Cat, Tyson Beckford, Nicki Minaj, Cynthia Erivo, Sabrina Carpenter, Alicia Keys and her husband, Swizz Beatz, and more walked the red carpet. Rihanna also revealed she's pregnant with her third child with rapper and Met Gala co-chair A$AP Rocky. The We Found Love singer and Rocky—whose real name is Rakim Mayers—are already parents to two sons: RZA and Riot, born in 2022 and 2023 respectively. Other Met Gala co-chairs include actor Colman Domingo, seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton, singer and record producer Pharrell Williams and Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour. Shakira attends the 2025 Met Gala celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. In the inset image, Azealia Banks performs onstage at the... Shakira attends the 2025 Met Gala celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. In the inset image, Azealia Banks performs onstage at the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival at the Empire Polo Club on April 10, 2015 in Indio, California. Morefor The Met Museum/Vogue; Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic What To Know On Monday, Banks took to X, formerly Twitter, to call out Shakira's Met Gala dress. The Hips Don't Lie singer wore a pink gown with a voluminous train by designer Prabal Gurung. "Shakira I love you down but the category was not quiceañera [sic]," the 33-year-old wrote. Merriam-Webster defines "quinceañera" as a "celebration of a girl's fifteenth birthday that is traditionally observed in Latin American cultures to mark her transition to adulthood." At the time of publication, Banks' post racked up more than 3 million views, 68,000 likes and 582 comments. In addition to Shakira, Banks also shared her opinion on other Met Gala looks. Former vice president Kamala Harris attended her first-ever Met Gala—the most high-profile event she's been to since losing the presidential election to Donald Trump. "This is the best Kamala ever looked," Banks said. "I just wish she would stop tweezing her own eye brows and match her natural hair to the color of the half wig." "Onika is a beauty queenT," Banks said of rapper Nicki Minaj, whose real name is Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty. "But yes I hate this bra it's giving nursing bra." "Best look for me across the board. I really really like this look Rih is in the most. This photo is VERY ICONIC," she said of Rihanna, who was photographed walking around New York City ahead of the event. "'Fertile Myrtle,'" she added. Banks often shares her outspoken opinions on social media and previously called president Trump "fat." What People Are Saying In the comments of Banks' Shakira post, many fans agreed with the 212 singer. X user @jpguillenz wrote: "Azealia is almost always right, this is one of those moments." @d1xnx1d replied: "Yeah this is awful." @gescol chimed in: "Her stylist needs to be fired. I love her but gosh she always looks so BORING." Others, meanwhile, defended Shakira. X user @sugurufeetlover said: "that absolutely does not look like a quinceañera dress." @AICounselDallas added: "you are so jelly [jealous]. she looks marvelous." @ika_hi8 shared: "She is the Queen, she can do whatever she wants." What Happens Next A date has not yet been confirmed for the 2026 Met Gala.
USA Today
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Timothée Chalamet, Kylie Jenner step out for date night at Lakers game: See the photo
Timothée Chalamet, Kylie Jenner step out for date night at Lakers game: See the photo Show Caption Hide Caption Timothée Chalamet, Cynthia Erivo and more arrive at the Oscars Timothée Chalamet, Cynthia Erivo and Zoe Saldana take the Oscars red carpet in style. Entertain This! Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner are taking their love courtside. The Oscar-nominated actor, 29, and the Kylie Cosmetics founder, 27, were spotted attending a playoff game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves in Los Angeles on April 30. They didn't shy away from some PDA, as they were spotted holding hands and sharing a kiss. This was the latest date night for the A-list couple, who made waves in March when they were seen embracing in the audience of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California. The pair kissed and held hands at the match, which Jenner's sister, Kendall Jenner, also attended. Chalamet and Jenner were also spotted attending the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival in April, according to videos and photos shared on social media. Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner spotted kissing, holding hands at tennis match The pair have been romantically linked in 2023. The "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" star was by Chalamet's side for some events during awards season in 2025 while he received acclaim for his role as Bob Dylan in "A Complete Unknown." In January, she accompanied the "Dune" star to the Golden Globe Awards, where he was nominated for best actor. She was seen on the telecast laughing and smiling along as host Nikki Glaser playfully roasted the actor, quipping that he has the "most gorgeous eyelashes on your upper lip." Kylie Jenner cuddles up with Timothée Chalemet inside 2025 Oscars: See photos Jenner was also in attendance at the Academy Awards, where Chalamet was nominated for best actor, in March, though she skipped the red carpet.
Daily Mail
30-04-2025
- Daily Mail
Disturbing sign iconic Coachella music festival has passed its peak
Once a glittering symbol of music, culture, and youthful freedom, the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival is showing troubling signs that its best days may be behind it. The Indio Police Department has revealed how there was a sharp uptick in arrests and citations at the 2025 edition of the once-peaceful desert gathering. It paints a grim portrait of what was once seen as the gold standard of American festivals. According to officials, 223 arrests were made over the two-weekend event this year - a jarring 16.5 percent increase from the 193 recorded during the 2024 festival. The charges, officials say, were a rogue's gallery of offenses that included drug and alcohol intoxication, false identification, possession of illegal drugs, and a spike in property crimes, mainly theft. It means what was once billed as a celebration of music and art increasingly seems to be morphing into a chaotic, lawless sprawl under the California sun. Even more unsettling is the breakdown of the figures. During the first weekend alone, April 11-13, 22 people were arrested for being drunk. But that figure was soon overtaken by the second weekend's explosion in drug possession cases. During the weekend April 18-20, there were just two intoxication arrests, but drug possession arrests skyrocketed to 53, nearly doubling the 29 recorded the previous weekend. Combined, drug possession emerged as the single most common reason for arrest across the entire event. But the most bizarre and damning development came not from drug busts or drunken brawls, but from something even more petty - rampant abuse of handicapped parking permits in order to snag a prime parking spot. In a sign of how desperate some festivalgoers have become to skirt the event's grueling logistics, handicapped placard violations jumped a stunning 19 percent, rising from 136 in 2024 to 162 this year. Police enforced strict checks at the handicapped parking areas, requiring drivers to present the ID of the individual to whom the placard was issued - and that individual had to be physically present in the vehicle. That hundreds attempted the brazen scam has somewhat tarnished the reputation of the festival that once prided itself on inclusivity and community spirit. At its peak, Coachella represented a pilgrimage for music lovers and a place where the biggest stars, from Beyoncé to Radiohead, graced the stage under the desert sky. The festival's capacity of 125,000 attendees each day still draws massive crowds. But behind dazzling Instagram photos and celebrity sightings, the crime statistics suggest there is a rot setting in at the very core of the brand.
