The People of Penn State
Welcome to the People of Penn State Podcast — the podcast from the Penn State Alumni Association that brings you the incredible stories of Nittany Lions making their mark on the world!
Each episode, a rotating cast of hosts sit down with Penn State alumni who are changing the game in business, science, sports, the arts, and beyond. You never know who you'll hear from next — but you do know it'll be a conversation worth tuning in for!
The People of Penn State
Episode 91–The Road to Music Industry Success with Drew Magid
In this episode of The People of Penn State podcast, we spotlight Drew Magid ('11 Com), a music industry leader and founding member of Track Management.
Drew has toured the globe with superstar acts including Imagine Dragons, Charlie Puth, alt-J, and Florida Georgia Line, earning the Live Production Summit’s Young Gun Tour Manager of the Year award. After a decade on the road, he transitioned into artist management with Big Loud in Nashville, guiding top talents like Chris Lane, Ernest, and MacKenzie Porter.
In 2025, Drew became a founding member of Track Management, with clients such as McCoy Moore and Dallas Smith, as well as Default, and continues to build his reputation for shaping the careers of major artists.
A five-time Half Ironman and Full Ironman finisher, Drew also champions causes close to his heart through partnerships with KultureCity and the American Cancer Society.
