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Why are Americans splurging on live music?
by
Matt Levin
Nov 12, 2024
Concert promoter Live Nation told investors it had its most active summer season ever, with profits from its concert division up 39% year over year.
Facial recognition now part of being a fan at many stadiums
Oct 23, 2024
For some would-be concertgoers, the technology is a dealbreaker. But others enjoy the convenience and don't worry about privacy risks.
What incentive does Oasis have to get back together now?
by
Matt Levin
Aug 28, 2024
Oasis, and concert promoters, know that those Gen X and millennial fans have real money now.
Live music is taking center stage in India
by
Megan Lawton
May 1, 2024
Despite its size and young population, India is often left out when major international music artists tour. But there are hopes that investment in better venues and transportation, and tax cuts for cheap tickets, will attract stars and music fans alike.
ABBA's Voyage concert series is making London "Money, Money, Money"
Dec 29, 2023
ABBA's avatar-based concert series has generated more than $400 million for London's local economy.
Where the music industry stands since the depths of the pandemic
by
David Brancaccio
and Alex Schroeder
Nov 1, 2023
It looks like live music shows are generating more revenue than before the pandemic. But the number of shows has fallen.
Independent musician says the touring industry is a “rollercoaster”
Aug 8, 2023
Sarah King, an independent musician, is currently on tour. But the steps getting to this moment have been challenging.
For public good, not for profit.
Live shows are back. But the economics behind them aren't great.
by
Justin Ho
Oct 28, 2022
Many musicians rely on touring for revenue. But they are facing inflation, supply chain problems and a lot of competition.
Iowa concert venue operator persisted through pandemic with help of SBA and other allies
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Richard Cunningham
Feb 16, 2022
Tobi Parks' xBk was open only six months before the pandemic hit. A federal grant helped it weather COVID.
Live music is coming back, but shows will look different
Apr 26, 2021
Limited audience capacity and higher ticket prices are some of the changes concertgoers can expect this summer.