Culture Wave, a Los Angeles–based, rock-forward artist management company operating in partnership with Red Light Management, continues to build momentum with strategic hires, internal promotions, and expanded touring and marketing teams. Founded by Jason Mageau and Andrew Jarrin, the company is known for its hands-on, artist-first approach while scaling infrastructure to support global touring, digital strategy, and long-term career growth.

Artist managers Ryan Cunningham and Mike Bingham of Polarizer Management have joined Culture Wave, bringing their rosters into the company’s growing management division. Cunningham represents The Armed, Prostitute, Trauma Ray, Patrick Shiroishi, Truck Violence, Jodi, while Bingham joins with Trauma Ray, Spiritual Cramp and Agriculture. Cunningham will remain in his role at Biz 3 Publicity where he’s been a publicist for 12 years. 

“I’m immensely excited to join Culture Wave and bring my roster over,” says Cunningham. “Jason, Andrew, and the team they’ve built lead with real care, innovation, and humanity, and that’s the environment I want my artists in.”

“When the time came for Polarizer Management to align with a larger company to better serve our artists’ growth, Culture Wave’s scale, momentum, and strategic thinking reflected exactly the trajectory we were striving toward,” adds Bingham. “We couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead.”

Culture Wave Co-Founder Andrew Jarrin adds, “Mike and Ryan’s collaborative, forward-thinking approach fits seamlessly with what we’re building. Having true partners – people who push and support one another – makes all the difference.”

The company also announces the promotion of Rachel Hacken to Artist Manager, transitioning from day-to-day support for Jason Mageau’s roster. Hacken now manages Kittie, Gore., Thousand Below, and Holy Wars.

“Rachel has been instrumental behind the scenes for years,” says Mageau. “She’s handled complex situations with care and precision, and I’m excited to support her continued growth.”

Hacken adds, “After working alongside Jason Mageau for the past 3.5 years, I’m excited to step into this new role and continue building my roster within Culture Wave.”

The management company continues to strengthen its team with several new hires, expanding operations across touring and marketing:

• Alana Lopez joins as Touring & Logistics Manager, supporting Jason Mageau’s roster and Culture Wave artists. Lopez brings extensive touring experience, including work with Poppy, Bad Omens, Architects, and Polyphia.
• Madison Stern joins as Day-to-Day Manager for Andrew Jarrin, following prior roles at Scott Lee Management and Entourage Talent Associates.
• Ana Garcia joins as Digital Marketing Coordinator, supporting the Culture Wave roster under VP of Digital Marketing & Strategy Olu Famuyide and Director of Marketing Tori Borengasser. Garcia previously held roles at BMG, Capitol Records, and Giant Music.
• Erin Carignan joins as Day-to-Day Manager for Ryan Cunningham, following prior roles at Panache Management and as a talent buyer at Magic Stick in Detroit. She will also continue doing tour management for The Armed.
• Joey Mullen joins as co-manager for the band Agriculture with Bingham. When Joey isn’t behind the desk he can be found playing percussion in the band Paramore.

Culture Wave artists continue to post major commercial, touring, and cultural wins, with recent artist highlights including:

• Spiritbox earned their third consecutive GRAMMY nomination and performed at the 2026 GRAMMY Premiere Ceremony, released their sophomore album Tsunami Sea (No. 26 Billboard 200), completed a 98% sold-out U.S. tour, headlined a sold-out Alexandra Palace (10,000), and supported Linkin Park at Wembley Stadium (90,000).
• Neck Deep celebrated the 10-year anniversary of Life’s Not Out To Get You, which recently went Silver in the UK, alongside a fully sold-out UK tour and a Live Más campaign with Taco Bell.
• Loathe completed fully sold-out U.S. and EU/UK tours, supported Korn and Gojira on Canadian arena dates, and released new music in 2025.
• Kittie released Spit XXV, contributed to the Queen of the Ring soundtrack, launched a viral digital campaign, and toured major European festivals including Download, Graspop, and Hellfest.
• The Free Nationals received a Webby nomination, supported Giveon on a sold-out tour, and announced a residency at Blue Note Los Angeles.
• Polaris supported Slipknot and A Day To Remember, announced their self-produced Life’s A Beach Festival, and revealed upcoming support tours with Linkin Park, Electric Callboy, and I Prevail through 2026.