Kirk Sommer, senior partner and global co-head of music at WME, will receive the 2026 “International Music Person of the Year” Award.
Sommer is an agent to stars like Adele, Billie Eilish, The Killers, Andrea Bocelli, Hozier, Arctic Monkeys, Sam Smith and many more.
The honor recognizes Sommer’s profound global influence and artist-first leadership within the music industry.
The award will be presented during MUSEXPO’s 26th global edition at its annual awards luncheon on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Castaway in Burbank, Calif.
The prestigious award recognizes Sommer’s profound global influence and artist-first leadership within the music industry.
Author summary: Kirk Sommer receives award for global music impact.