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FTC is investigating Ticketmaster Live Nation scalpers BOTS

FTC says 379,776 concert tickets purchased illegally for resale

The Federal Trade Commission is suing Key Investment Group (KIG) alleging 379,776 concert tickets purchased illegally for resale for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, Bruce Springsteen and other concerts using methods that violate the BOTS Act.

Bruce Houghton on 08/19/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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BandMGT

BandMGT: All-in-One Platform For Gigging Musicians

BandMGT is an all-in-one freemium platform for gigging musicians designed to replace endless juggling of spreadsheets, calendars, shared docs and group chats.

Bruce Houghton on 08/18/2025 in Apps, Mobile & SMS | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How To Grow a Fanbase with Email Marketing

Tired of battling ever-changing social media algorithms just to reach your fans? Check out how grow a fanbase with email marketing and have direct access to your audience.

Alana Bonilla on 08/18/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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The Unexpected Trance Music Resurgence

A trance music resurgence is happening thanks to artists like FKA twigs. The Weeknd and Oklou. By weaving its signature elements into pop, R&B, and beyond, today’s stars are transforming the genre.

Alana Bonilla on 08/18/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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live music news roundup

Live Music Industry News: NIVA, Ticket Slowdown, Grants & More

In this week’s live music industry news roundup, we have updates on NIVA’s battle with Live Nation, signs of a ticket sales slowdown, Live Music Society grants for small venues, the many layers of fandom, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 08/18/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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your morning coffee podcast

Your Morning Coffee Podcast Turns 5! AI, Spotify Myths, More

Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart and their Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Weekly News for the New Music Business celebrate their 5th Anniversary, and including specials their 300th Episode, doing what they do best.

Bruce Houghton on 08/18/2025 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Business News Last Week

Music Business News Last Week: AI Copyright, Concerts & More

Read on for the top Music Business News Last Week from AI copyright laundering and a possible concert slowdown to Gen Alpha’s disregard of Rock, top earning artists, and more.

Alana Bonilla on 08/16/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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DIY indie musician news

Indie Musician News Last Week: Distributors, GEO vs SEO & More

In indie musician news last week learn the risks of switching music distributors, understanding GEO vs SEO, how to use a new Instagram feature for music marketing, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 08/16/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Outside Lands Vibe Coded must use app for indie musiians

Winner at Outside Lands Fest is must use App for Indie Musicians

38 teams competed in the Outside LLMs Music & AI Buildathon, held alongside San Francisco’s Outside Lands Music Festival. The winner Hear Me Out is a my new favorite must use app for indie musicians.

Bruce Houghton on 08/15/2025 in Apps, Mobile & SMS | Permalink | Comments (0)
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NIVA and Portland venues stop Live Nation

NIVA and Portland venues stop Live Nation Music Hall, for now

The leadership of NIVA (National Independent Venue Association) travelled to Portland, Maine last week to stand with local venue owners in opposition to a proposed 3,300 capacity Live Nation venue.

Bruce Houghton on 08/15/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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CARYS: A Case Study in Independent Artist Growth

What is GEO vs SEO? Why GEO is now more important than SEO

GEO is now more important than SEO in marketing. Search engines aren’t what they used to be. AI-generated overviews are stealing the spotlight and reshaping how to get discovered. If you’re relying on keywords and backlinks, you’re already behind, because Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is now the key to getting noticed.

Alana Bonilla on 08/15/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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