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Study ranks Best Artists to See Live in 2025 based on reviews

A new study analyzed concert and album reviews from both fans and critics to find the best artists to see live in 2025. While the methodology might not be the most rigorous scientifically, the results are still quite interesting.

Bruce Houghton on 05/16/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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New Trending Touring Artists Chart powered by Bandsintown

Today we unveil Hypebot’s new Trending Touring Artists Chart powered by Bandsintown led in May by emerging artists Sombr, Will Wood and James Marriott.

Bruce Houghton on 05/15/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Learn How To Book Live Shows: Free Touring 101 Online Course

Income from live shows accounts for 80% and more of most musicians’ income. Learn how to book live shows with this free self-guided online course for musicians and all of us who work with them.

Bruce Houghton on 05/14/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Live Music Hotel Takeovers go global with HOTEL EDC Thailand

Live music hotel takeovers to create a festival experience minus the porta potties is not a new thing in Las Vegas. But now the most popular of them all – Electronic Daisy Carnival’s (EDC) immersive hotel experience is going global with a Thailand edition.

Alana Bonilla on 05/13/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Ticketmaster launches all in pricing, other changes in U.S.

Ticketmaster launches all in pricing in the U.S. All ticketing, facility and other fees expect taxes will now be displayed upfront when the consumer sees the initial ticket price. Ticketmaster. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 05/12/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Does opening major tours help emerging artists? Yes and No

Conventional wisdom is that the best way for a new act to build an audience is to open for a superstar. But the boost that a emerging artist gets when opening a major tour is not guaranteed.

Bruce Houghton on 05/12/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music Industry News Roundup: Live Nation, Festival Fears, Top May Tours…

Let’s recap this week’s top live music news, ranging from festival fans with climate concerns, Bandsintown shares top tours this month, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 05/12/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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May Top Tours Top Chart powered by Bandsintown

The May Top Tours Top Chart powered by Bandsintown is out. Katy Perry and Bruno Mars lead the May chart with debuts from R3HAB, DAYA and Richie Hawtin.

Bruce Houghton on 05/09/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Climate Change Impact on Live Music: Fan Hesitation

Climate Change Impact on Festivals: Fan Hesitation

The extreme weather and Climate Change impact on festivals an live music is real. Fan hesitation is causing some to delay buying tickets as others choose to attend few outdoor shows overall.

Bruce Houghton on 05/08/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Two Music Industry Grants worth applying for now!

Two very different grants from music non-profits – Salt Lick Incubator and Family Alliance in Music – support musicians and music professionals.

Bruce Houghton on 05/08/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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