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Bruce Houghton on 10/06/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Business News Last Week

Music Business News Last Week: TikTok, Facebook, PROs & More

Important music business news last week included concern over the TikTok U.S. ownership change, new Facebook fan marketing tools for musicians, a global music revenue update, a shift at Ticketmaster, an expanded PRO database, and more.

Bruce Houghton on 10/05/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Ticketmaster Agrees to Drop Misleading Labels After Oasis Ticketing Backlash

The ticketing platform will be forced to make changes after a recent CMA ruling and a newly filed FTC lawsuit.

Jeremy Young on 10/02/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Songview PRO database ASCAP, BMI, GMR. SESAC

ASCAP, BMI, GMR, SESAC expand Songview PRO database

The four major U.S. performing rights organizations (PROs) have announced the expansion of Songview, the public performance copyright data resource launched by ASCAP and BMI in 2020.

Bruce Houghton on 09/29/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Nation vs StubHub: Different Companies Face Similar Risks

Live Nation vs StubHub: over the past few weeks these two companies- arguably the most recognizable names in ticketing – have both made headlines. But despite facing similar headwinds, their stock market trajectories show the contrast between established dominance and a would be disrupter’s rocky debut.

Bruce Houghton on 09/23/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How to Promote Live Shows and Tours

Unlock the secrets to successful tour promotion with effective strategies that combine digital tools and traditional methods.

Jeremy Young on 09/22/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Investors bet $800M on rocky StubHub IPO as regulators close in

UPDATED: The long awaited StubHub IPO hit the market today, marking a defining moment for the secondary ticketing industry. Priced at $23.50 per share, the offering raised nearly $800 million and gave the company a valuation of about $8.6 billion. By day’s end shares were down 6.4% below the IPO price.

Bruce Houghton on 09/18/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Why Fans Crave Intimate Live Shows

In a world oversaturated with large-scale productions, intimate concerts are creating meaningful connections and unforgettable moments. Nate Auerbach of Versus Creative and the OFFAIR intimate concert series shares his success with stripped-down intimate live shows and why they strike a deeper chord with fans and artists alike. 

Alana Bonilla on 09/17/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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5 of the Most Anticipated Global 2026 Concert Tours

We’ve collected the five most anticipated global 2026 concert tours that have been announced so far, and where you can find tickets. Check them out!

Jeremy Young on 09/15/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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NIVA State of Live independent venue music

State Of Independent Live Music in a single infographic

Independently produced live music has a major impact on local and regional economies, but independent live music venues are struggling. This infographic offers an overview of the state of independent live music and events in the U.S.

Bruce Houghton on 09/12/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Yasi Salek on Live Music’s Pains & Pleasures: Handstamp Interview

An interview with Yasi Salek of the Bandsplain podcast, on the Weenie roast, pickle patches, cover bands, Prince, and live music experiences galore.

Jeremy Young on 09/11/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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