Music promoters listing
Oklahoma, L.A., New York
Oklahoma
Major music promoters active in Oklahoma for 2026 include DCF Concerts, national promoters like Live Nation and AEG Presents who operate in the area, and local platforms such as Prekindle and social media groups.
Major Promoters and Organizers in Oklahoma
- DCF Concerts: A prominent Oklahoma-based promoter frequently hosting a variety of shows, from rock to country, at venues in Oklahoma City and Tulsa like the Tulsa Theater and Diamond Ballroom. Their official website lists upcoming events and acts they are bringing to the state.
- Live Nation Entertainment & AEG Presents: These are two of the largest global promoters, organizing major tours and events that often stop in Oklahoma at large venues such as The Criterion, Tower Theatre, and the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa.
- Prekindle: This company functions as both a ticketing platform and event organizer, listing numerous local and regional events in Oklahoma City and Tulsa, which makes it a good resource for finding a wide range of shows and the entities behind them.
- The Oklahoma Film + Music Office: While not a promoter in the traditional sense, this state office is heavily involved in the local music scene, offering resources, calls for entries (like the "Future of Sound Sessions"), and promotion for Oklahoma-based artists. They are a key industry resource.
- Cain's Ballroom: This historic Tulsa venue often brings in well-known acts and operates its own promotions for shows like Stoney LaRue.
- Norman Music Festival: This organization is responsible for one of Oklahoma's major annual music events and is a significant entity in the local music community, actively seeking partners and submissions.
L.A. California
Major music promoters in the Los Angeles area for 2026 include large global entities like Live Nation and AEG Presents, as well as notable local and independent promoters such as Goldenvoice and Spaceland Productions.
Major Concert Promoters
These companies are responsible for organizing large tours, festivals, and concerts at major venues.
- AEG Presents A global leader in live events, AEG Presents is a primary promoter in LA. Their partner companies include Concerts West and Goldenvoice.
- Live Nation One of the world's largest producers and promoters of live entertainment.
- Goldenvoice A major California-based promoter, a subsidiary of AEG Presents, known for producing events like Coachella, Stagecoach, and running venues such as the Fonda Theatre, The Roxy, and The Novo in LA.
New York
For New York music promoters in 2026, look to major players like Live Nation & AEG Presents, genre-specific groups on sites like Resident Advisor, industry showcase festivals like Mondo.NYC (Oct 13-16, 2026), artist development programs such as the Uncharted Concert Series, and specialized PR/marketing firms (e.g., Starlight PR, Groover) to find opportunities for booking, showcasing, and promotion in NYC during 2026.
Key Promoters & Platforms (NYC Focused)
- Resident Advisor (RA): A comprehensive directory of NYC promoters (e.g., Tapes, Burn Industries, Bushwick A/V) for electronic and indie music.
- Mondo.NYC: A music/arts/tech conference and showcase festival in NYC (Oct 13-16, 2026) for emerging artists.
- Greenwich House Uncharted Series: Offers artist residencies and performance slots in Spring 2026 for NY-based musicians.
- doNYC: A calendar listing local shows, events, and venues featuring various promoters.
Major Industry Players (Global/US Presence in NYC)
- Live Nation Entertainment & AEG Presents: The biggest global promoters who book major tours and large venues in NYC.
- Music Biz 2026: A major industry conference (May 11-14, 2026) for networking and trends.
