Austin's Floating Leaf Joined Red Light Management
The local artist management firm integrated its operations into the global network this month.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Music — General
Austin-based artist management firm Floating Leaf Entertainment has officially integrated its roster and operations into the global Red Light Management network. The deal provides local artists with expanded access to international touring support and brand partnerships.
Why it matters
This partnership connects local talent to a broader global infrastructure, potentially increasing the reach of Austin-based acts. It marks a significant shift for a hometown firm that has focused on regional and national development.
The firm joined the global Red Light Management network as of October 5, 2026. While the roster includes established acts like Koe Wetzel, Kolby Cooper, and Fox & Vead, the exact scale of future roster growth is not yet finalized.
The players
Floating Leaf Entertainment
An Austin-based artist management company founded by Jeb Hurt.
Red Light Management
A global artist management firm founded by Coran Capshaw.
Jeb Hurt
The founder of the Austin-based management firm Floating Leaf Entertainment.
Coran Capshaw
The founder of the international artist management company Red Light Management.
The details
Founded by Jeb Hurt, Floating Leaf Entertainment has functioned as a local anchor for rising artists. Under this agreement, the company will leverage the resources built by Red Light Management founder Coran Capshaw to facilitate broader opportunities for its clients. The move allows for operational synergy between the Austin team and the global network, with plans for the firm to grow both its roster size and its industry reach.
Timeline
October 5, 2026: Floating Leaf Entertainment joined Red Light Management.
The Texas Context
This deal follows the long-standing industry trend of independent management firms joining global conglomerates to gain scale. It signals a move away from the isolated local model that has long defined the independent Austin music scene.
For Austin music fans, this integration may mean seeing more local artists on larger national and international stages in the coming year. Local industry observers can expect to see updates regarding the firm's roster size as it begins its expansion phase.
The takeaway
The move positions Austin-based artists for greater global visibility under a larger organizational umbrella. Watch for future roster announcements from the firm as it leverages these new international resources.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by MusicRow.
