Danny Wimmer Presents (DWP) and DWP Talent Services are proud to announce several prestigious nominations for the 2025 Pollstar Awards, showcasing our ongoing dedication to delivering exceptional live entertainment experiences. This recognition underscores the passion, innovation, and relentless commitment of our team and partners.
Celebrating Excellence: 2025 Pollstar Award Nominations
“As the gold standard of honors for achievement in the global live entertainment business, the Pollstar Awards remain the most relevant, coveted, and career-affirming recognition for artists, venues and executives who bring the magic to fans,” said Ray Waddell, Chief Content Director of OVG Media & Conferences, which produces Pollstar Live!, Production Live!, and the Pollstar Awards.
“Once again, this year’s nominees represent the best of the best, showcasing the incredible talent, innovation, and hard work that drives our industry. We’re honored to celebrate their success and look forward to another unforgettable awards ceremony on Feb. 19 in L.A.”
The nominations include:
Music Festival of the Year (Global; under 30K attendance): Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival (Mansfield, OH)
Talent Buyer of the Year: Del Williams, Danny Wimmer Presents
Small Venue Talent Buyer of the Year (Under 10,000 Capacity): Billy Brill, DWP Talent Services
Bill Graham Award / Promoter of the Year: Danny Wimmer, Danny Wimmer Presents
In addition, we extend congratulations to two of our partner venues for their nominations in the Casino/Resort Venue of the Year category:
The Show at Agua Caliente Resort Spa Casino (Rancho Mirage, CA)
The Venue at Thunder Valley Casino Resort (Lincoln, CA)
A Legacy of Passion and Innovation
Since 2011, DWP has been a trailblazer in the rock and alternative music festival scene, delivering unforgettable moments for fans and artists. These nominations celebrate not only our festivals and talent buyers but also the strong partnerships we’ve cultivated with venues and the artists who trust us to deliver exceptional experiences.
The Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival continues to push boundaries, merging music, art, and community into a truly unique festival experience.
Del Williams has driven talent curation with unparalleled expertise, ensuring our festivals and venues consistently feature world-class entertainment.
Billy Brill, a visionary in small venue talent buying, has transformed the way casinos and resorts approach live entertainment, creating exciting opportunities for artists and memorable experiences for audiences.
Under the visionary leadership of Danny Wimmer, DWP remains an industry innovator, inspiring others with his creativity, passion, and forward-thinking approach.
Leading the Future of Live Entertainment
At DWP Talent Services, we’re committed to shaping the future of live entertainment with transparency, hospitality, and creativity. From festivals to casino venues, we strive to create spaces where fans and artists connect in meaningful ways.
We’re honored by these nominations and thank Pollstar for recognizing the work of our team and partners. The awards will be celebrated at the 36th Annual Pollstar Awards, and we invite fans, artists, and industry colleagues to join us in cheering on all the nominees.
»Click here to view Nominations for the 36th Annual Pollstar Awards
For more information on DWP Talent Services and our upcoming events, explore our website and be sure to follow us on social media. Together, we’re redefining live entertainment, one unforgettable experience at a time.
Scheduled February, 18-20, 2025 at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, Pollstar Live! is the world’s largest gathering of live entertainment professionals and the flagship event for Pollstar magazine. The conference – which includes panels with industry leaders, multiple networking opportunities – kicks off with Production Live!, the one-day companion conference that features insightful panels and discussions from industry professionals on all topics related to putting on live events including lighting, video, concert production and more.
