RUMORS ABOUND OF ROAN MANAGEMENT SHAKE-UP

Rumors have been flying around the industry—confirmed by sources close to the story, though there's been no official word—that Chappell Roan is parting ways with manager Nick Bobetsky.

Island star Roan, who's repped for live by Jackie Nalpant and Kiely Mosiman at Wasserman, is arguably the biggest breakout story of 2024, as evidenced by multiple streaming hits (notably "Good Luck, Babe!" and "HOT TO GO!"), intense chart growth for her 2023 album, The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess (most recently #2 on the HITS Top 50) and galvanizing appearances at Lollapalooza, Outside Lands and elsewhere—not to mention overwhelming Grammy buzz that has her a likely frontrunner for Best New Artist and a strong contender for the other top categories.

Represented by attorney Nicky Stein at U.K. firm Clintons, Roan is a cultural force as an openly, joyously queer artist; her much-discussed comments about fame and politics have shown that her impact extends well beyond the charts.

If the rumors are true, who might end up as Roan's new rep? Stay tuned.