#Live Nation Launches Resource for Black Live Music Professionals

Live Nation Urban has announced the Black Tour Directory, an industry resource intended to increase inclusivity within the world of live music. The directory also aims to expand opportunities for Black professionals and Black-owned companies within the live performance industry.

The Black Tour Directory lists hundreds of experienced Black tour managers, production managers, sound engineers, lighting experts, stage and set designers, and more. Professionals can be contacted at the official site.

Live Nation Urban have also released a video titled “Backstage with Crew Nation” in which President Shawn Gee conducts a roundtable interview with Curtis Battles (founder and CEO of Curtis Battles Production), Tina Farris (founder and CEO of Tina Farris Tours), Victor Reed Sr. (founder and CEO of Global Event Production Network), and Michael “Huggy” Carter (founder and CEO of MCG Productions). Watch their conversation below.

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