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Live Music Industry News: UK levy • NIVA Summit • NY Ticket Fees • Bandsintown • Ticketmaster

In the latest live music industry news, support for a levy to support UK grassroots venues is growing. The UK government endorses the plan as do many artists and most of the live music industry. Notably silent is Live Nation.

Bruce Houghton on 10/26/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Musicians Guide To Facebook

Musicians Guide To Facebook (2025 Edition)

Is Facebook still worth it for artists? Yes – if you lean into what the platform now rewards: real conversation, short-form video, and smart, low-budget ads that funnel fans to owned channels.

Bruce Houghton on 10/24/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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What Musicians Earn from Ticket Sales: The Economics of Touring

What Musicians Earn from Ticket Sales: The Economics of Touring

It’s no secret that touring artists and live music venues are struggling to turn a profit. With a variety of solutions are being debated, it’s important to understand the economics of touring.

Bruce Houghton on 10/24/2025 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0)
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MUSIC BUSINES NEWS & LIVE MUSIC INDUSTRY UPDATES

We search the web so you don’t have to. Find the latest Music Business News under BUSINESS NEWS & Live Music Industry News under LIVE INDUSTRY NEWS tabs above.

Bruce Houghton on 10/24/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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MMF-US LA Summit

MMF-US LA Summit 2025: A Must-Attend Event for Artists, Managers and Music Professionals

The Music Managers Forum-US (MMF-US) LA Summit is back, bringing together artist managers, self-managed artists, and music industry professionals for a day of keynotes, panels, presentations, and networking. If you’re looking to connect with leaders shaping the future of music, this event is not to be missed.

Bruce Houghton on 10/23/2025 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)
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why no one is reviewing your album

Why no one is reviewing your album or new release

Why is no one reviewing your album or new release? Music PR veteran Ariel Hyatt of Cyber PR looks at how streaming, new media economics and increased competition have changed how music should be marketed.

Bruce Houghton on 10/23/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Musician's Guide To YouTube

Musician’s Guide To YouTube (2025 Edition)

This Musician’s Guide To YouTube offers practical advice to get started and thrive on this massive global social music and video platform.

Bruce Houghton on 10/23/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Tech News: MNGRS, Fandom, Music Tectonics, Fanlight, Triller & Musixmatch

In the latest music tech news, AI powered artist management service MNGRS.AI co-founded by Alexandre Deniot, former Director of MIDEM and Universal Music has completed a $1 million funding round.

Bruce Houghton on 10/23/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Bandsintown hits 100M registered users as global reach tops 4.1B

Bandsintown, the top live event discovery platform, is celebrating a major milestone: 100 million registered fan users across 196 countries. Alongside strategic partnerships with Spotify, Google, YouTube, YouTube Music, Apple and Shazam, Bandsintown’s total global reach is now more than 4.1 billion monthly active users.

Bruce Houghton on 10/22/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Find Fans on Social Media and share Marketing Assets with Venues Fans

Best Practices To Share Marketing Assets with Venues and Fans

Promoting a show doesn’t stop with posting on social media. The way you share your marketing assets with venues and fans can make all the difference in turnout, engagement, and long-term relationships.

Bruce Houghton on 10/22/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Concerts Have Gotten Too Expensive. ‘Give-a-Gig’ Wants to Help

For too many young fans, live music experiences are out of reach. The Push Give-a-Gig campaign wants to make sure they have plenty of accessible, safe, and exciting cultural spaces to occupy (and they need your help).

Jeremy Young on 10/22/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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