Wednesday, April 17, 2019

Live Nation Urban launches series of all-female events featuring Cardi B, Jorja Smith and others | Music Business Worldwide


Live Nation Urban has launched a series of events and initiatives to spotlight women in music called Femme it Forward.

The multi-market series of events and initiatives will feature immersive activations, panel discussions and comedy shows coupled with a host of live shows by legacy artists and emerging artists.

Artists set to participate in the series include Cardi B, City Girls, Teyana Taylor, Nicole Bus, Rico Nasty, Jorja Smith, Kali Uchis, Ama Lou, Dounia, Brianna Cash, Mahalia, Jill Scott, Faith Evans, Tweet, Monica, Brandy, Ashanti, Keri Hilson, Amerie, Lil Mo, Mya, with more to be announced.

All Femme It Forward shows will donate a portion of proceeds from ticket sales to philanthropic organizations that support the advancement of women.

Tickets go on sale for the inaugural series of events Friday, April 19, 2019, 10:00 a.m. EST, exclusively via www.LiveNation.com. A full list of confirmed events is available here.

“Since our inception in 2017, Live Nation Urban continues to create opportunities for emerging and established urban artists—both on the stage and behind the scenes.”

Heather Lowery, Live Nation Urban

“Since our inception in 2017, Live Nation Urban continues to create opportunities for emerging and established urban artists—both on the stage and behind the scenes,” said Heather Lowery, Live Nation Urban VP of Talent & Touring.

“This past year has been an exceptional one for women in music and entertainment, and with the incredible contributions of women, it is fitting that we honor the future of music and its continued steps on the path to inclusion.”Music Business Worldwide

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