Tuesday, July 9, 2024
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W Hotels, a distinguished member of Marriott Bonvoy’s expansive portfolio of more than 30 brands, today announced plans to expand its popular live music event series, W Presents, internationally. The series, which fuses the world of music with luxury lifestyle, will embark on a global tour, visiting W Hotel locations around the world. The announcement follows the 2024 premieres at W South Beach during Miami Music Week and at W Costa Rica – Reserva Conchal and W Algarve earlier this spring.
The upcoming W PRESENTS tour will include performances at:
- W Bali – Seminyak on July 14 with JOPLYN
- W Aspen Hotel on August 2nd with Kalina Zanders
- W Nashville to feature Blu DeTiger on August 3
- W Montreal August 7th to host OLAN
- W Seattle Hotel on August 16th Offers Bad Snacks
- W Edinburgh on 22 August featuring Elkka
- W Scottsdale to feature Blu DeTiger on September 26
- W London Hotel on October 4th to showcase Cyber Girls
- W Austin to Open on November 2 with Arc De Soleil
- W New York – Union Square November 21 with a special guest to be announced
Additional W Hotels, including locations in Brisbane, Budapest, Dubai – Mina Seyahi, Hollywood, Koh Samui, Maldives, New Orleans – French Quarter, Philadelphia and Toronto, will host W PRESENTS stages, with dates to be confirmed at a later date.
W Hotels has consistently supported the music industry through initiatives such as its own soundtrack brand, Sound Suites, professional recording studios available at select hotels, and a series of global music festivals. This innovative approach to programming has positioned W Hotels as a leader in blending contemporary hospitality with cultural offerings, shaping experiences for today’s luxury travelers.
“Music has always been at the core of the W Hotels brand. As the brand continues its global transformation, an exciting next step is to expand our global W PRESENTS series and bring more curated experiences to our reimagined hotels and properties,” he says. George Fleck, Senior Vice President and Global Brand Leader, W Hotels“These experiences that showcase distinguished artists and support emerging artists not only represent our commitment to setting new standards within the industry, but also allow us to continue to serve as a conduit of culture for our guests around the world.”
W PRESENTS is more than just live performances; it’s a dynamic platform that celebrates the universal appeal of music. Led by LP Giobbi, this initiative not only allows guests to explore new musical landscapes, but also facilitates personal connection within the intimate settings of W hotels around the world.
“W PRESENTS is a celebration of musical diversity, designed to transport our guests through authentic experiential journeys of the place,” he says. LB Giube, Global Music Director, W Hotels. “This series brings together local talent and international artists to celebrate the universal language of music. It’s a natural step to expand the reach of the series and we’re proud to empower art on a global scale.”
In partnership with FEMME HOUSE, a non-profit organization founded by LP Giobbi that supports women, LGBTQ+ people of color, and queer people in music, W PRESENTS will host free workshops on the fundamentals of music production and engineering at select locations, nurturing local talent. Additionally, emerging artists from FEMME HOUSE will open several W PRESENTS events globally, featuring talents such as Nadia Meliani, Adrienne, Modern Lover, Cassie, and more.
“The impact of FEMME HOUSE occurs at the intersection of community support, shared resources, and the abundant opportunity that comes from bringing the two together,” she says. HERMIXALOT, Co-Founder and CEO of FEMME HOUSE. “We are proud to have partners like W Hotels who share our commitment to education, visual representation, and ultimately, equality in music.”
To date, W PRESENTS has featured performances by a variety of artists across multiple global venues, including Channel Tres, DJ_Dave, NEIL FRANCES, Aluna, HVNLEE, Joshua Lang, Giolì & Assia, DJ Gee Xella, and more.
