Pollstar (01/04/23)
Scottish DJ Calvin Harris is scheduled to deliver a live virtual performance through TikTok on Jan. 13, in association with Wave. The event will boast audio-reactive visuals in a nature-inspired luminous environment, with Harris present in avatar form. TikTok and Wave hosted a similar virtual experience in 2020 with The Weeknd. "It's an honor to host Calvin Harris' first-ever virtual concert, which will push the boundaries of what is possible for artists going LIVE on TikTok," stated TikTok's global head of music operations Paul Hourican. "Calvin is a globally acclaimed DJ and performer, responsible for some of the biggest electronic hits and headlining massive international festivals. We've loved working with Calvin and the whole team, as well as Wave to create this experience, which is going to be a special moment for the global TikTok community." Wave CEO Adam Arrigo called the Calvin Harris Experience "a one-of-a-kind virtual concert experience," and expressed excitement at again working with TikTok "to showcase what the future of virtual entertainment experiences can be."
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