


David Gaar
Atomic Music Group Hires David Gaar, Launches New Division
The exec will head up the newly formed Performing Arts division
Veteran agent, manager and Grammy-nominated producer David Gaar has joined Atomic Music Group (AMG) as the Director of its new Performing Arts division.
The role:
As per Pollstar, the hire enables "AMG to broaden its footprint in theaters, festivals, and cultural arts centers worldwide.”
Gaar is exclusively representing more than a dozen artists including Champe-Soukous Collective, Dion Parson & 21st Century Band, Kiki Valera y su Son Cubano, The Legendary Ingramettes and more.
Work history:
Gaar’s previous roles include serving as the Performing Arts and Latin American agent at the Rosebud Agency, as well as leading his own boutique agencies including Sin Fronteras, Ritmo Artists, and Freshen Up Arts.
What they said:
Brando Terrazas, President of AMG: “Launching a dedicated Performing Arts division is a milestone for Atomic Music Group, and there is no one better equipped to lead it than David. His unparalleled experience and deep relationships within the arts community are the cornerstone of this new venture. Under his leadership, we will offer a more diverse and curated roster to presenters and venues across the globe.”
Veteran agent, manager and Grammy-nominated producer David Gaar has joined Atomic Music Group (AMG) as the Director of its new Performing Arts division.
The role:
As per Pollstar, the hire enables "AMG to broaden its footprint in theaters, festivals, and cultural arts centers worldwide.”
Gaar is exclusively representing more than a dozen artists including Champe-Soukous Collective, Dion Parson & 21st Century Band, Kiki Valera y su Son Cubano, The Legendary Ingramettes and more.
Work history:
Gaar’s previous roles include serving as the Performing Arts and Latin American agent at the Rosebud Agency, as well as leading his own boutique agencies including Sin Fronteras, Ritmo Artists, and Freshen Up Arts.
What they said:
Brando Terrazas, President of AMG: “Launching a dedicated Performing Arts division is a milestone for Atomic Music Group, and there is no one better equipped to lead it than David. His unparalleled experience and deep relationships within the arts community are the cornerstone of this new venture. Under his leadership, we will offer a more diverse and curated roster to presenters and venues across the globe.”
Veteran agent, manager and Grammy-nominated producer David Gaar has joined Atomic Music Group (AMG) as the Director of its new Performing Arts division.
The role:
As per Pollstar, the hire enables "AMG to broaden its footprint in theaters, festivals, and cultural arts centers worldwide.”
Gaar is exclusively representing more than a dozen artists including Champe-Soukous Collective, Dion Parson & 21st Century Band, Kiki Valera y su Son Cubano, The Legendary Ingramettes and more.
Work history:
Gaar’s previous roles include serving as the Performing Arts and Latin American agent at the Rosebud Agency, as well as leading his own boutique agencies including Sin Fronteras, Ritmo Artists, and Freshen Up Arts.
What they said:
Brando Terrazas, President of AMG: “Launching a dedicated Performing Arts division is a milestone for Atomic Music Group, and there is no one better equipped to lead it than David. His unparalleled experience and deep relationships within the arts community are the cornerstone of this new venture. Under his leadership, we will offer a more diverse and curated roster to presenters and venues across the globe.”
David Gaar
Atomic Music Group
Brando Terrazas
Pollstar
Rosebud Agency
Sin Fronteras
Ritmo Artists
Freshen Up Arts
Champe-Soukous Collective
The Legendary Ingramettes
Executive Moves
Industry Personnel Changes
Agencies Targeting Niche Live Markets
Independent Agency Growth
Artist Management Shifts
Executive Appointments
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Artist Management
Company Launches
Performing Arts Division
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- This story was written with information sourced from Pollstar.
- We covered it because it’s news of staffing and organizational changes at a booking agency.
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