Stage Left Global (Independent, International Touring Agency) Launches!

Stage Left Global–a Philadelphia-based, fully independent, international touring agency–has announced its official launch. Led by veteran agent Andrew Friedman, the agency is proud to share a distinguished roster that spans genres, cultures, and countries–from jazz innovators and pop experimentalists to rock disruptors, committed to an artist-first, DIY ethos.

The illustrious roster includes GRAMMY winner Button Masher, two-time GRAMMY winner Taylor Eigsti, Sungazer, Jojo Mayer / Nerve, Lau Noah, Lau Noah x Adam Neely, Michael Wilbur, Night Talks, Sam Greenfield, SAULTS, Thundersmack, and continues to grow. The agency is one of the few in the U.S. that books globally and encourages artists to maintain full creative control. From club stages to festival stages, Stage Left Global is both a defiant statement and a promise — proof that independence and scale can coexist, and that real artistry deserves to move freely across borders.

Andrew Friedman, photo by Corey Kimball

Friedman is thrilled to bring his vision to life and sees Stage Left Global as a movement. He comments:

“This new chapter has reinforced what matters most — strong relationships, shared vision, and long-term strategy rooted in genuine belief of artists. I’m more committed than ever to growth, success, and the very exciting road ahead.”

Beginning in 2013, Friedman has advocated for artists and aimed to expand their reach, first with Out of the Beardspace and Beardfest, the band’s now-renowned multi-day festival. In 2017, he founded Candlewick Artists, a boutique that quickly drew attention for its adventurous roster and independent ethos and was later acquired by Royal Artist Group. Now, through Stage Left Global, boasting a notable list of musicians, Friedman is excited to continue to bring artists around the world with care and intention, alongside Peter Bozem in Frankfurt, Germany.

This is just the beginning for Stage Left Global. Connect via Instagram and stay tuned for more.