KIDZ BOP and Live Nation Extend Partnership with Three-Year North American Tour Deal
NEW YORK – KIDZ BOP, the #1 kids’ music brand, and Live Nation, announce an extended partnership with a new three-year North American tour deal. As part of the deal, KIDZ BOP is also announcing its all-new tour, KIDZ BOP LIVE 2024. On the heels of last year’s successful 60+ date run and sold out shows across North America, the ultimate pop concert for kids is returning by popular demand to Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, and more. The new deal solidifies KIDZ BOP as a can’t miss annual family concert event. KIDZ BOP partnered with Red Light Management, the largest independent management company in the world, to represent the KIDZ BOP tour. KIDZ BOP LIVE 2024 is sponsored by Spin Master’s new fantasy-adventure children’s series, Unicorn Academy™, streaming now on Netflix. Presales begin Monday, January 22, including Citi and Spotify, with the general onsale starting Friday, January 26. For tour dates and ticket information, visit KIDZBOP.com and LiveNation.com.
“Live Nation has been an exceptional partner, helping us build KIDZ BOP into the touring juggernaut it has become, and we’re thrilled to extend our relationship for the next three years.” said Sasha Junk, KIDZ BOP President. “Together, we’re creating the next generation of live music fans, bringing a memorable first concert experience to hundreds of thousands of kids every year.”
“We are thrilled to extend our partnership with KIDZ BOP and to continue to deliver family fun and unforgettable memories to audiences across North America.” said Rick Franks, SVP of Touring, Live Nation.
The tour news coincides with the release of KIDZ BOP’s latest album, ‘KIDZ BOP 2024,’ out today, including the biggest bops of the year, sung by kids for kids.
Four different KIDZ BOP VIP Packages are available on VIPNation.com, which include premium tickets, exclusive merchandise, and Meet & Greets with the KIDZ BOP Kids. Independent Artist Group (IAG) also represents the KIDZ BOP tour. Additional fall tour dates will be announced later this year.
Following two sold out shows in London last October, the British KIDZ BOP Kids are kicking off their first-ever UK Tour, in partnership with Kilimanjaro Live, traveling to eleven cities in April, including London, Manchester, Birmingham, and more. For tickets and tour information, visit KIDZBOP.co.uk/tour.
About KIDZ BOP
KIDZ BOP is the #1 music brand for kids, featuring today’s biggest global pop hits, “sung by kids for kids.” Since its launch, the family-friendly music brand has sold more than 24 million albums and generated over 11 billion streams. KIDZ BOP connects with kids and families through its best-selling albums, music videos, consumer products and live tours. The music franchise is expanding internationally and currently records in 5 different languages. KIDZ BOP is Billboard Magazine’s “#1 Kid Artist” for eleven years. The brand has its own dedicated channel on SiriusXM – KIDZ BOP Radio (Channel 135) — where it’s all KIDZ BOP, all the time. KIDZ BOP has had 24 Top 10 debuts on the Billboard 200 Chart; only three artists in history—The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Barbra Streisand—have had more Top 10 albums. For more information, visit www.KIDZBOP.com. KIDZ BOP is a part of Concord.
About Live Nation Entertainment
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.
About Spin Master
Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) is a leading global children’s entertainment company, creating exceptional play experiences through its three creative centres: Toys, Entertainment and Digital Games. With distribution in over 100 countries, Spin Master is best known for award-winning brands PAW Patrol®, Hatchimals®, Bakugan®, Kinetic Sand®, Air Hogs®, Melissa & Doug®, Rubik’s® Cube and GUND®, and is the global toy licensee for other popular properties. Spin Master Entertainment creates and produces compelling multiplatform content, through its in-house studio and partnerships with outside creators, including the preschool franchise PAW Patrol, and numerous other original shows, short-form series and feature films. The Company has an established presence in digital games, anchored by the Toca Boca® and Sago Mini® brands, offering open-ended and creative game and educational play in digital environments. Through Spin Master Ventures, the Company makes minority investments globally in emerging companies and start-ups. With 31 offices spanning nearly 20 countries, Spin Master employs close to 3,000 team members globally. For more information visit spinmaster.com or follow-on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @spinmaster.