Live & Ticketing

Organize Facebook Events From Invites To Ticketing with Usher iPhone App

Usher, a new iPhone app unrelated to the superstar performer, looks like a great way to organize Facebook events using your smartphone. It has numerous capabilities for event organizers and. Continue reading

Guest Post on 12/16/2011 in Apps, Mobile & SMS | Permalink | Comments (5)
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Is The Future Of Concert Ticketing On Facebook? Ticketfly Thinks So

Several studies have shown the power of Facebook to promote ticket sales.  Friends want to be where their other friends are and fans want to commune with fans. But what. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 12/16/2011 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (6)
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UPDATED: Live Nation Acquires Data Pioneer BigChampagne

(UPDATED) Live Nation has acquired BigChampagne for what unofficial sources place at close to $30 million. The small yet highly influential media-measurement firm is responsible for creating the Ultimate Chart. Continue reading

admin on 12/15/2011 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (2)
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ReverbNation Launches Facebook Marketing Tool “Promote It For Shows”

ReverbNation has launched "Promote It For Shows", a Facebook promotion tool design to help music venues drive attendance. Promote It is currently in open beta, but an earlier version that. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 12/13/2011 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (9)
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Mashtival: A Live Mashup Music Festival On Turntable.fm

MashupFM is hosting a live mashup music festival on Turntable.fm called Mashtival taking place this Wednesday, December 7th, from 7 pm till 1 am EST. Starting at 7, five up. Continue reading

Guest Post on 12/06/2011 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Bought A Ticketmaster Ticket In The Last 12 Years? You’re About To Get A Refund

If you used Ticketmaster's website to buy tickets between October 21, 1999 and October 19, 2011, you're likely to be eligible for a refund. If the court approves the proposed. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 12/02/2011 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Live Nation Reorganizes New York, North American Touring Offices

Live Nation has reorganized its North American touring division, appointing veteran promoter Alan Ostfield to the newly-created post of President, North Atlantic, which encompasses the New York and Philadelphia regions.

Bruce Houghton on 12/02/2011 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Perry Farrell’s “Ugly American” Attitude & How To Promote Music In Emerging Markets

Perry Farrell recently upset Brazilian music fans with a comment about their knowledge of music. Though this is bad pr for Lollapalooza's first run at Brazil, it also points to. Continue reading

Guest Post on 11/30/2011 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (7)
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FanFueled Brings “Clean Energy” & Fan Rewards To Concert Ticketing

Last week yet another ticketing company intending to disrupt established players like Ticketmaster announced its launch. At first, though FanFueled offers an interesting mix of fan rewards and low fees,. Continue reading

Guest Post on 11/22/2011 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Barry Fey’s “Backstage Pass” – An Unvarnished View Of Rock Concert Promotion’s Early Days

Veteran independent concert promoter Barry Fey has released a memoir of his years as a promoter, revealing stories culled from his extensive background in the live entertainment industry. Featuring forwards. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 11/22/2011 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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