Calvin Harris is streamlining his live bookings by moving overseas representation from WME to Wasserman Music. The Scottish EDM star—behind “Summer,” “One Kiss,” “This Is What You Came for,” and “How Deep Is Your Love”—is aligning global touring with longtime U.S. agent Brent Smith. Consequently, his live business will now operate under one agency and one leader.
Smith’s Role and Timing
First, the timing tracks with Smith’s move from WME to Wasserman in late 2020. He has guided Harris’s U.S. bookings for years, and the transition naturally extends that partnership worldwide. Moreover, representatives say Harris planned this shift after Smith joined Wasserman, aiming for tighter coordination and clearer strategy across markets.
Meanwhile, Harris is gearing up for a major Las Vegas run at Wynn Las Vegas. The two-year residency begins January 16 and underscores his draw on the Strip. Previously, he anchored Fontainebleau Las Vegas in 2024, performing at LIV Las Vegas and LIV Beach. Additionally, he will close out the year overseas at Ushaïa Dubai, Soundstorm in Riyadh, the Jakarta Warehouse Project, and Creamfields Asia. Therefore, fans can expect smoother announcements, cohesive routing, and stronger festival integrations.
Separating Strategy from Controversy
Importantly, the realignment centers on strategy rather than controversy. WME agent David Levy had managed Harris’s international bookings and faced scrutiny after signing a letter to Glastonbury founder Michael Eavis about Irish band Kneecap. However, sources emphasize the decision was not tied to that episode. Instead, Harris wanted to reunite his full touring business with Smith for consistency and speed.
Ultimately, this is a smart consolidation, not a messy split. By centralizing under Wasserman Music, Harris gains a single point of leadership for residencies and festivals worldwide. Consequently, negotiations should streamline, branding should unify, and logistics should tighten. In short, the winner is the audience, who benefits from a more seamless touring machine and a calendar packed with marquee shows.
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