The Town with Matthew Belloni Irving Azoff on His A-List L.A. FireAid Concert, and Six Decades in the Music Business
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Jan 29, 2025 
Irving Azoff, a legendary music industry executive, shares insights from his illustrious career and discusses the upcoming FireAid concert aimed at helping L.A. fire victims. He reveals the rapid organization of the concert and the exciting lineup, including artists like Billie Eilish and Rod Stewart. The conversation dives into the shifting landscape of the music business, the challenges of streaming revenue for artists, and the increasing importance of managers in branding. Azoff's anecdotes reflect his deep understanding of the evolving industry dynamics.
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FireAid's Origins
- Irving Azoff's wife, Shelly, urged him to organize a benefit concert after the LA fires.
- This led to FireAid, a collaborative effort with the Azoff family, Live Nation, and the Clippers.
Streamer Collaboration
- The FireAid concert achieved unprecedented collaboration among major streaming services.
- Services like YouTube, Prime Video, Peacock, and Paramount+ all agreed to simulcast the event.
FireAid's Scope
- The FireAid concert lineup features 27 A-list acts across two venues.
- The event aims to raise money for fire relief and celebrate the resilience of the LA music scene.