Candace Newman, 38, who identifies as an African American single mother, claims the company perpetuated race and gender inequalities in the touring division for the 11 years she has worked there.
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SXSW and Coachella canceled globally due to the coronavirus. In March, Live Nation canceled all of its tours, including those from Billie Eilish, Post Malone, Madonna and Cher.“I wanted to make sure, if we were going to do anything like this, that they had the important stuff worked out,” Paisley said in an interview with the Associated Press on Monday. “My goal would be not to spread this virus to one person.
There should be no spread from this. That’s key.
Candace Newman, 38, who identifies as an African American single mother, claims the company perpetuated race and gender inequalities in the touring division for the 11 years she has worked there.
Chris Willman Music WriterLive Nation Entertainment has been sued by a former executive, Candace Newman, who alleges that she was retaliated against for complaining about race and gender discrimination in the workplace, then unfairly furloughed with coronavirus-related cuts being cited as the excuse.“This case epitomizes the issue at the heart of the Black Lives Matter movement — systemic racism,” the lawsuit contends right at the outset.In the suit, which was filed Wednesday in L.A.
Earlier this month, Live Nation U.K. and the virtual reality company MelodyVR partnered on Wireless Connect, a virtual version of London’s long-running Wireless Festival that featured 360-degree VR performances from 70 artists out of London and L.A., drawing over 132,000 fans from more than 34 countries. Now, the companies have announced an expansion of that partnership with Live From O2 Academy Brixton, a new experience that will allow artists to connect with fans via one-off VR concerts.
Billie Eilish was so obsessed with Justin Bieber her parents considered taking her to therapy. During a new episode of the pop star’s me & dad radio on Apple Music, the Bad Guy singer’s mum, Maggie, revealed she and her husband were very concerned about their daughter’s infatuation with Justin.
In a recent episode of Billie Eilish's Apple Music radio show Me & Dad Radio, the Bad Guy singer and her father, Patrick, welcomed Eilish's mother, Maggie, as a special guest. The trio talked through a bevvy of topics, including Eilish's childhood obsession with singer Justin Bieber--in particular, her reaction to the music video for his 2012 hit As Long As You Love Me.
Billie Eilish is looking back on her Justin Bieber-obsessed days.
Billie Eilish and her dad Patrick's "me & dad radio" on Apple Music featured an extra special guest, Eilish's mom Maggie.The installment focused primarily on music from the 18-year-old star's childhood, including Rob Dickinson, Melody Gardot and, of course, Justin Bieber.Maggie recalled how eagerly her Belieber daughter was waiting for the singer's new music video for 2012's "As Long As You Love Me.""I remember this one really well and the video, and Billie talking about it, and being excited it
Billie Eilish was almost sent to therapy over her obsession with Justin Bieber.
Here’s an epic pairing that no one saw coming – but now, it’s one that everyone wants. “I love you, Britney Spears,” Finneas, 22, posted to his Instagram Story on June 30.
Chase Rice is speaking out after getting some heat for his recent packed concert in Tennessee. The country music star took to social media to share a video with fans on Monday, and explained how his future shows will try to take more precautions to limit the possible the spread of the coronavirus.«I just want to address my show Saturday night.
Kelsea Ballerini took to Twitter on Sunday, June 28, to criticize fellow country singer Chase Rice for performing at a packed concert in Tennessee amid the coronavirus pandemic.The “Love Me Like You Mean It” singer, 26, was among several people slamming Rice, 34, for sharing video on Instagram from his outdoor concert on Saturday, June 27, that showed people standing shoulder-to-shoulder without face masks or adhering to social distancing rules.The “Eyes on You” singer posted a clip from his
her Instagram feed these days.The Grammy-winning star, who boasts nearly 65 million followers on the social-media platform, appears to have unfollowed every account she previously kept her eye on.
Country superstar Brad Paisley and rapper Nelly are returning to the stage to headline the world’s first large-scale drive-in concert series.
Tour promoter Live Nation has announced its first-ever drive-in concerts series in the U.S. for July, months after the live music industry has been on lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorAs the coronavirus pandemic has seized up the live-entertainment industry, drive-in concerts have been floated as a safe replacement for audiences jonesing for live music — and Live Nation has announced the first large-scale drive-in concert series in the U.S., beginning in July.The live-entertainment giant on Monday announced “Live from the Drive-In,” a series of nine concerts taking place July 10-12 in Nashville, Tennessee; Maryland Heights, Missouri; and
Brad Paisley will headline shows in all three cities, while fellow country artists Darius Rucker and Jon Pardi will also perform in Nashville at Nissan Stadium. Nelly will perform in Maryland Heights, near St.
coronavirus pandemic. The entertainment company on Monday announced “Live from the Drive-In” — a set of nine shows to take place July 10-12 in Nashville, Tennessee; Maryland Heights, Missouri; and Noblesville, Indiana.