The annual Hitmakers Brunch, presented by Variety, took place on Saturday, November 20, at the City National Grove of Anaheim in Los Angeles. The event, now in its 10th year, honors the writers, producers, and publishers behind the year’s most successful songs. This year’s guest list was a veritable who’s who of the music industry, with A-listers like Lana Del Rey, Olivia Rodrigo, and Leonardo DiCaprio in attendance.
Lana Del Rey, known for her dreamy, nostalgia-tinged sound, was spotted mingling with fellow industry insiders, including songwriter and producer, Jack Antonoff. Del Rey has had a successful year, with her latest album, “Chemtrails Over the Country Club,” debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart.
Olivia Rodrigo, the 18-year-old singer-songwriter behind the hit single “Drivers License,” was also in attendance. Rodrigo’s song, which broke multiple records upon its release, including the most single-day streams for a non-holiday song on Spotify, has been a standout hit of the year.
Leonardo DiCaprio, a longtime music lover and supporter of the arts, was seen chatting with music industry executives and artists. DiCaprio has been known to attend various music festivals and events throughout the year, and his presence at the Hitmakers Brunch was a welcome addition to the festivities.
Other notable attendees included Grammy-winning songwriter and producer, Max Martin, who has worked with artists like Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and The Weeknd; and songwriter and producer, Finneas O’Connell, who has collaborated with his sister, Billie Eilish, on many of her hit songs.
The Hitmakers Brunch is an annual event that celebrates the creative minds behind the music industry’s biggest hits. The event features a keynote conversation, as well as the presentation of several awards, including the Hitmaker of the Year award.
In addition to the A-list guest list, the event also featured a performance by singer-songwriter, Shawn Mendes. Mendes, known for his soulful voice and acoustic-driven sound, performed a stripped-down set, including his hit single, “Wonder.”
The Hitmakers Brunch is part of Variety’s Music for Screens Summit, a two-day event that explores the intersection of music and film. The summit features keynote conversations, panels, and performances, and is attended by music industry professionals, as well as film and television executives.
Overall, the Hitmakers Brunch was a successful event that brought together some of the music industry’s biggest names to celebrate the year’s most successful songs and artists. With its A-list guest list, performances, and awards presentation, the event was a highlight of the music industry’s annual calendar.
