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    Artie Kornfeld

    Artie Kornfeld

    Awards & Honours

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    Awards Won

    4

    Honours

    2

    Rankings

    3

    Covers

    2

    Records

    Artie Kornfeld stands as a titan of music promotion, recognized globally for transforming a simple idea into the defining cultural event of the 20th century. His induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame cements his status as a pivotal figure in music history. Beyond the accolades, his legacy is measured in the millions of lives touched by the Woodstock experience. He is celebrated not just for organizing a festival, but for capturing the spirit of an era and preserving it for future generations.

    Artie Kornfeld receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction

    Rock and Roll Hall of Fame·1999

    Inducted as a non-performer for his contributions to the music industry through Woodstock.

    LIMU Music Hall of Fame

    LIMU Music Hall of Fame·2005

    Inducted as a distinguished figure in music production and promotion.

    Honorary Doctorate

    University of California, Santa Barbara·2009

    Awarded for contributions to culture and the arts.

    Key to the City

    Bethel, New York·2019

    Recognized for his role in the town's history during the 50th anniversary celebrations.

    Rankings & Lists

    #1

    Greatest Music Promoters of All Time

    Rolling Stone·2019
    #12

    Top 100 Music Industry Figures

    Billboard·2020

    Magazine Covers

    Time

    August 1969

    The Woodstock Issue

    Rolling Stone

    July 1970

    Woodstock: The Movie

    Goldmine

    August 2024

    Artie Kornfeld on Woodstock Secrets

    Records & Feats

    Youngest VP at Capitol Records

    Career Milestone·1964

    Became Vice President of Capitol Records at age 21, a record for the company at the time.

    Largest Gathering at Music Festival

    Box Office·1969

    Organized Woodstock, which drew nearly 400,000 attendees, setting a world record.