Randy Jackson and Paula Moore are leading a nationwide "Scouting for Stars" mall tour across America through a partnership with Simon and Greater Than Distribution. The initiative aims to connect aspiring musicians with industry professionals while bringing live music back to shopping centers.

The two-day events at each location feature:

• Live performances from 150+ handpicked rising artists
• Talent search auditions with opportunity to perform as opening act
• Educational workshops on songwriting and content creation
• Industry networking opportunities
• Special retailer promotions and giveaways

The tour will visit 20 Simon mall locations between February and August 2025. Notable performers include Jules Walcott, Tealousy, Karma, and Nicolas McCoppin.

2025 Tour Schedule:

February

• 21-22: Katy Mills (Houston, TX)
• 28-Mar 1: Penn Square Mall (Oklahoma City, OK)

March

• 7-8: Barton Creek Square (Austin, TX)
• 14-15: La Plaza Mall (McAllen, TX)
• 21-22: West Town Mall (Knoxville, TN)
• 28-29: Woodfield Mall (Chicago, IL)

April

• 4-5: University Park Mall (South Bend, IN)
• 11-12: Northshore Mall (Boston, MA)
• 25-26: King of Prussia (Philadelphia, PA)

May

• 2-3: Quaker Bridge Mall (Trenton, NJ)
• 9-10: Potomac Mills (Woodbridge, VA)
• 16-17: Mall of Georgia (Atlanta, GA)
• 23-24: Dadeland Mall (Miami, FL)
• 30-31: Florida Mall (Orlando, FL)

June

• 6-7: Roosevelt Field (Garden City, NY)

July

• 18-19: Ontario Mills (Los Angeles, CA)
• 25-26: Brea Mall (Anaheim, CA)

August

• 1-2: Great Mall (San Jose, CA)
• 8-9: The Shops at Mission Viejo (Mission Viejo, CA)
• 22-23: Cielo Vista Mall (El Paso, TX)

Participation in educational workshops is free but requires pre-registration, with limited spots available.

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