The US Department of Justice appears to have got the taste for suing big companies in and around the music industry. Last month it filed a lawsuit against Apple for “monopolising smartphone […]
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Live Nation defends itself against ticketing fee accusations
Live Nation and Ticketmaster have regularly been accused of being responsible for high ticket prices. Now they are defending themselves.
Live Nation reveals 20% growth for concert attendance in 2023
Live Nation has hailed 2023 as its “biggest year ever” for live music in its financial results. Its concert attendance was up 20%.
Live Nation and Black Music Action Coalition launch partnership
Live Nation has teamed up with the Black Music Action Coalition to launch a music business course and paid internship program.
WMG, Live Nation and Coldplay team up for climate-impact study
Coldplay have long been one of the most prominent artists to not just speak out about the climate emergency, but to try to take action.
New lobbying group goes after Live Nation and Ticketmaster
“Witness the Most Evil Music Group,” invited a press release sent to Music Ally this week from a group called The Fan Fairness Coalition.
Live Nation boss responds to senator’s all-in pricing questions
Last week we reported on a letter sent by US senator Amy Klobuchar to Live Nation boss Michael Rapino. His response came quickly.
US senator Amy Klobuchar presses Live Nation on ticketing fees
Recently, the White House announced its latest crackdown on ‘junk fees’ in the US, including in the ticketing market.
Biden administration reveals latest crackdown on ‘junk fees’
US president Joe Biden has made ‘junk fees’ a centrepiece policy of his administration. Those are fees that aren’t transparent, or which are added late in the purchase process, for […]
Veeps unveils an $11.99-a-month ‘Veeps All Access’ service
Veeps was one of the startups that helped musicians run livestreams during Covid 19’s initial wave of lockdowns. In 2021, Live Nation bought a majority stake in the startup, which […]
Live Nation clubs will stop taking merchandise cuts in the US
Live Nation has sparked negative headlines this year amid the US debate on ticketing. Its latest initiative has been received warmly though.
Live Nation financials: ‘Our strongest second quarter ever’
Live Nation’s recent run of quarterly financial results have been breaking various records for the company.