> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.hypebot.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Live Music Industry News - URL: https://www.hypebot.com/live-music-industry-news-15/ - Published: 2026-06-24T14:35:38.000Z - Updated: 2026-06-24T14:35:38.000Z - Description: California ticket bills advance, Nederlander adds a key buyer, EU eyes dynamic pricing, StageWater gives back, NIVA and Bandsintown partner and more. - Author: Bruce Houghton - Tags: live music industry news, NITO, NIVA, Bandsintown, ticketing bills, Nederlander, News, industry news Here's the latest Live Music Industry News. ### **Two California Ticketing Bills Advance** Two **California ticketing bills** received initial Senate Committee approvals this week. AB 1720 would **cap ticket resale prices at 10% above face value**, inclusive of all fees. AB 1349 **bans speculative ticketing**, and cracks down on deceptive websites and bots that manipulate ticket availability. The **National Independent Talent Organization** (NITO) is among the music trade supporting the bills and calling members to reach out to legislators to help pass the two more Committee votes needed before it is brought to a full vote of both chambers. ### **Nederlander adds Todd Miller** **Nederlander Concerts** has added **Live Nation** veteran **Todd Miller** to it's talent buying team. “We’re entering another season of growth at Nederlander Concerts, and adding someone with Todd’s caliber of experience is an important investment in our future,” said **Alex Hodges,** CEO of Nederlander Concerts. “Miller brings a deep understanding of talent buying, strong industry relationships, and a passion for creating memorable live experiences." ### **Calls For EU Dynamic Pricing Ban** Three consumer groups - **Euroconsumers, Football Supporters Europe a**nd **Live DMA** \- are calling on EU legislators to ban dynamic pricing in live events. The **European Commission’s Digital Fairness Act** is expected to come under review by the EU Regulatory Scrutiny Board on July 1st. “With the legislative process entering a crucial phase, now is the moment to ensure fair and transparent access to culture and sport for all,” according to the organizations. Premium canned water brand [**StageWater**](https://us.list-manage.com/uRszATmvaNM?e=6cede215f4&c2id=62eee806aef8f0b995cd0e5a3514503b&ref=hypebot.com) is building it's brand by supporting the live music industry. After debuting at **CMA Fest**, the brans was a sponsor of **NIVA '26**, the recent annual conference of the **National Independent Venue Association.** ### **StageWater Gives Back 15% To Help Live Music Workers** Founded by three touring industry veterans, **StageWater** gives back "to the people who keep live music running" by donating 15% of profits to **Backline, MusiCares, Music Health Alliance, NIVA**, and **The Roadie Clinic**. These organizations expand healthcare access, provide hardship relief, and support the crews, artists, and venues behind live shows. Last year **Live Nation** made an equity investment in **Liquid Death Mountain Water** and features its recyclable aluminum "tallboy" cans across 120 U.S. venues and festivals. ### NIVA, Bandsintown launch Live Pulse To provide a clear, data-driven view of what's happening on the ground in independent live music, [**NIVA**](http://nivassoc.org/?ref=hypebot.com)(National Independent Venue Association) and [**Bandsintown**](https://bandsintown.com/?utm%5Fsource=hypebot&came%5Ffrom=900) have launched [**The Live Pulse**](https://www.company.bandsintown.com/news/bitxniva?ref=hypebot.com#:~:text=The%20Live%20Pulse%20Survey%20is%20designed%20to%20change%20that.&text=The%20survey%20will%20create%20one,out%20an%20anonymous%20monthly%20survey.), a monthly survey tracking the health of independent live events in the United States. In inaugural June 2026 Live Pulse survey, more than **212 independent venues, promoters, and festivals** shared insights that exposed **a distinct structural squeeze:** softening advance ticket demand on one side, and climbing operational costs on the other. Read the full Live Pulse survey results [here](https://www.hypebot.com/niva-bandsintown-survey-tracks-state-of-indie-live-events/). ***Get all the latest Music Industry & Live Music News updated continuously from across the web under the Hypebot Industry News tab*** [***here***](https://www.hypebot.com/music-industry-news-feed/)***.*** ## Hypebot Essential news & insights for artists and live music pros. Sign up for free weekly content delivered to your inbox Subscribe Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup.