Ermantourage is back for the June 2024 edition of Industry Night LA! This is our official summer 2024 kickoff!

Filmmakers, writers, actors, musicians, and models, network and make new connections with Hollywood power players and with each other. Enjoy good vibes, great drinks, a live DJ, and, of course, opportune networking with creatives in film and television.

21+. Business casual attire.

Special guests:

-Composer Matt Novack

Matt Novack is a classically trained composer and percussionist whose intuitively smart scores have created indelible moments in (mostly) comedy projects across series and film. Matt’s music supports performances by many of today’s greatest comedic actors, including Amy Poelher, Paul Rudd, Rob Cordrry, Megan Mullally, Henry Winlkler and Will Arnett. His most recent work can be heard on the hit TBS series, Miracle Workers, starring Daniel Radcliffe, as well as the series Harley Quinn on HBOMAX.

A composer for multiple award-winning projects, Matt is also a regular fixture in the surreal world of Adult Swim’s live-action comedies. Novack was the composer for NTSF:SD:SUV, Filthy Preppy Teens, and, most notably, the three-time Emmy award-winning Childrens Hospital, starring Rob Corddry, Megan Mullally, and Henry Winkler. Matt is also a longtime collaborator with the composer Craig Wedren, having provided music for Universal’s Role Models & Wanderlust, Showtime’s The United States of Tara, and Netflix’s Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp. Novack scored his first feature They Came Together, starring Paul Rudd and Amy Poehler for Lionsgate.

-Nirupam Pratapgiri: Nirupam “Niru” Pratapgiri is music industry executive, guitarist, songwriter, and artist manager. With a rich and diverse background, Niru has traversed various spheres within the music industry, leaving an indelible mark at every turn. His journey commenced at the Boston-based booking agency Gigabit, where he orchestrated numerous groundbreaking campaigns, setting the stage for his ascent in the Boston music industry. A visionary in the digital realm, Niru showcased his talents as a graphic designer and spearheaded the digital marketing campaign for the iVoted concerts, the largest online music festival of 2020. After pivoting to A&R, Niru found his home at Ben Harper’s bespoke label, Mad Bunny Records. There, he took the helm of new artist release campaigns and earned the prestigious opportunity to be a key member of Ringo Starr’s Peace & Love Ambassador programme in 2021.

Niru's role as a music coordinator at the LA-based music supervision firm Weget music placed him at the forefront of noteworthy TV and movie projects. As the music editor for the documentary film “Friday I’m in Love” and the music coordinator for the thriller movie “Man in the White Van,” Niru showcased his ability to curate immersive musical experiences that elevate visual storytelling. After joining BMG, Niru was part of the creative synch department, leaving an indelible mark through his leadership in synch and artist brand partnerships and executed lucrative deals with Amazon Studios, Paramount, NFL, and MLB. His strategic prowess and keen understanding of the industry dynamics were instrumental in fostering successful collaborations.

Currently serving as an artist manager at Red Light Management, Niru is a pivotal figure in the division that primarily focuses on rock artists. Representing iconic names such as Slash, Stone Temple Pilots, Rival Sons, Evanescence, The White Buffalo, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, and Billy Talent, Niru continues to shape the landscape of rock music with his unwavering dedication and commitment.

& more to be announced!