Where the world’s leading music festivals and booking agencies meet.
On 7–9 September 2026, the most influential names in the global festival industry converged on the capital for three days that will shape the sound of summers to come.
IFF LDN brings together an exclusive invite-only list of 1,000 booking agents and festival professionals during the key late-Summer booking period. Registration for 2027 will open in the spring.
1,000 ATTENDEES |
700+ FESTIVALS |
40+ MARKETS |
35+ SPEAKERS |
25+ EMERGING ARTISTS |
WATCH THE 2026 HIGHLIGHTS
James Wright
UTA
James Wright is a music agent, Partner and Co-Head of UK Music at global talent, entertainment and sports company, UTA. He leads the London-based music team, steering the department’s short and long-term strategies and overall industry positioning. Responsible for the international careers of over 35 artists, Wright’s formidable and eclectic roster spans pop, adult contemporary, jazz, electronic, and hip-hop, and includes artists such as Lizzo, Take That, John Legend, David Byrne, Jacob Collier, Underworld, The Marías, Rita Ora, Jon Batiste and Laufey.
Wright joined UTA in 2015 when the company acquired The Agency Group. He also previously worked as an agent at independent booking agency Elastic Artist. Before moving into the live arena in 2009, Wright was A&R manager for Candid Records, signing acts and releasing records for the label. During his time at Candid he started an in-house live booking agency, offering 360-degree contracts to the acts that the label was signing.
Wright studied music at the London College of Music, and currently lives in Brockley, London with his wife and two children.
IFF LDN 2026 Venue Host
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