AEG Presents’ president of global touring delivers his impression of the state of international touring and where it’s headed

Manchester Calling – The 30th annual Mobo Awards will be held in Manchester for the first time in March 2026. The awards – which celebrate black music, culture and excellence from the UK and abroad – will be held on 26 March at Co-Op Live Arena. Stars who have previously been part of the awards include Janet Jackson, Diana Ross, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Sade, Amy Winehouse and Usher.

The newly appointed CEO of AEG Presents UK and European festivals was the keynote interview at yesterday’s IFF in London

Melton Ska Fest, launched by the Melton Mowbray Town Estate, is a new one-day music festival, the inaugural event attracted a capacity crowd of over 1,800 attendees.