DavidD66
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Business & farm

Yes, if you want to get the IRS' attention, only report 85% of the amounts reported to you on Forms 1099-NEC or MISC.  For tax purposes, you should report the entire amount you receive, and then deduct the amount you pay to the artists.  You want to report all the income reported to you on Forms 1099.   

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