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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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FanFueled Raises $1 Million For Ticketing Platform That Rewards Fan Engagement

Newly launched FanFueled has raised $1 million in funding for it's social and reward based ticketing platform. The seed round was led by Listen LLC and angel William Lohse. With. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 11/17/2011 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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ICM: Turmoil At One Of World’s Top Agencies

Major global talent agency ICM is reportedly in turmoil after rumors circulated about ICM President Chris Silbermann exiting the company, along with with several key personnel, including Ted Chervin and. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 11/16/2011 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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