Dan Oestreich Launches Superglue Music, New Punk-Hardcore Management & Touring Agency
From the back‑room hustle of Brooklyn’s indie venues to the roar of packed punk‑hardcore crowds, Dan Oestreich has spent more than twenty years shaping New York’s underground live‑music scene. On August 6, 2026, he unveiled Superglue Music, a company built on that experience and poised to give punk and hardcore acts the representation they’ve long needed.
Superglue Music, founded in 2025, splits into two focused divisions: artist management and touring. Oestreich’s intent is clear—provide sustainable career development while handling the day‑to‑day logistics that keep shows running smoothly. The company’s roster reads like a who’s‑who of the scene: Angel Du$t, Béton Armé, Dillinger Four, Home Front, Poison Ruïn, STERÖID, and comedian‑musician Tim Heidecker. These artists are not new hires; they are long‑term partners from a career that began in concert promotion and venue operations.
His roots run deep. From 2010 to 2016, Oestreich co‑owned Brooklyn venue The Acheron, then managed production at Saint Vitus between 2018 and 2023. He also handled stage, festival, and touring production for a range of acts. In 2021 he joined Another Management Company, representing names such as Mdou Moctar, Snail Mail, Chelsea Wolfe, and Tim Heidecker for five years.
The touring arm, Superglue Touring, brings together a trio of seasoned operators. Oestreich himself leads the effort, while Toronto promoter Greg Benedetto—best known for Not Dead Yet—contributes expertise in event production. New York booking agent John Scanlon, whose roster includes hardcore staples Bold, CIV, Gorilla Biscuits, Judge, and Straight Ahead, rounds out the leadership. Together they handle booking, logistics, and promotion for the punk‑hardcore community, also representing Béton Armé, Cold World, and Dark Thoughts.
Supporting the core team is Holly Cartwright, appointed general manager. Cartwright brings a breadth of experience from New Community Management, Level Group, Another Management Company, and Mark Music & Media Law. Day‑to‑day management responsibilities fall to Jim Carroll, ensuring the company’s operations run smoothly.
Superglue Music’s public debut follows a quiet period of groundwork. Although the company was established in 2025, the August 2026 press release was the first official announcement, outlining its dual‑division structure, roster, and leadership.
The timing of the launch is significant. Punk and hardcore venues and promoters have long sought dedicated representation that understands their unique logistical challenges. Oestreich’s background in venue operations and touring production positions Superglue Music to fill that gap. By focusing on long‑term artist development, the company aligns with broader industry trends toward sustainable careers.
Today, Superglue Music operates with its announced roster and leadership team. No additional signings or expansion plans have been disclosed, but the organization’s foundation suggests a clear path forward for the niche it serves.
