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Live music
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.
Saying goodbye can be big business
Dec 1, 2023
The band Kiss will play what it's calling its last ever show this weekend. This kind of farewell tour can also be good marketing.
Arena tours leave little to trickle down to this indie Iowa venue
Sep 11, 2023
Smaller stages want a slice of your entertainment budget, but blowout events like the Beyoncé and Taylor Swift tours are eating them up.
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.
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.
As small music venues close in Nashville, some see erosion of Music City's culture
Jun 10, 2022
Some spaces that have provided a stage for up-and-coming musicians over the years are in jeopardy because of the booming real estate market.
Summer music festivals start comeback tour, with some pandemic tweaks
Jul 8, 2021
After most events were canceled in 2020, there are still questions about how comfortable concertgoers may be with crowds.
For public good, not for profit.
Bands are small businesses, too
by
Andy Uhler
Jul 1, 2021
When the pandemic hit, Western swing group Asleep at the Wheel lost 75% of its income. So it cut expenses and applied for federal relief funds.
"Things Come Around" for rock band Guster after a year of canceled tours
by
David Brancaccio
and Daniel Shin
May 7, 2021
Adam Gardner, guitarist and founding member of Guster, talks about how the pandemic changed life for touring musicians.
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.