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The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) named a new President, officers and board members at his annual convention in Milwaukee this week

The NIVA State of Live study was released Monday as the independent venue and promoter trade group’s annual convention began in Milwaukee.

Episode 255 of THE Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchar Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. Listen here.

Veteran musician Gary Shea shares lessons learned in his long career performing and recording music around the world in a new book. Shea is a founding member of the bands New England and Alcatrazz, with gold and platinum records to his credit.

Audiomack co-founders David Ponte and Brian “Z” Zisook are launching free webinar series this week. Their goal is to help artists learn how to get more streams and grow a fanbase.

MusiCares Wellness In Music 2025 Survey has launched to check in on musicians and music industry professionals. MusiCares then creates programs that meet current real-world needs.

Votes on bills that would put modest restrictions on New York State ticket resellers have been delayed until at least next year. Instead, a one-year extension of the existing ticketing laws until June 30, 2026 was introduced on Sunday night.