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Music Legislation pulled

Major Music Legislation pulled from final Federal Funding Bill

Three major pieces of music related legislation were pulled from the bill which passed Congress Friday and was signed by President Biden to fund the US government.

Bruce Houghton on 12/23/2024 in Live & Touring | Permalink | Comments (0)
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concert ticketing in turmoil

Ticketing in turmoil as Congress, Live Nation send mixed messages

From Taylor Swift to Oasis, concert ticketing was the focus of more media attention in 2024 than ever. But as the year ends, failed efforts to enact meaningful change by Congress, industry trade groups and the nation’s largest live music company have left concert ticketing in turmoil.

Bruce Houghton on 12/19/2024 in Live & Touring | Permalink | Comments (1)
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music execs share advice

Music Execs share Advice for the Next Generation

Top music execs share advice for the industry’s next generation with popular music business pundit and podcaster Warner Bailey of Assistants vs Agents.

Bruce Houghton on 12/18/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Stop the TICKET Act

Stop the TICKET Act before it’s too late: FixTheTix Call To Action!

There is new movement in Congress to pass devastating ticket legislation as part of a year-end Continuing Resolution (CR) and the FixTheTix coalition has issued an urgent call to action to stop the Ticket Act before its too late.

Bruce Houghton on 12/17/2024 in Live & Touring | Permalink | Comments (1)
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How to Start A Band and Play Live

How to Start A Band and Play Live

Everybody starts somewhere… This guide walks you through the essential steps to get a group together and pointed toward success.

Alana Bonilla on 12/16/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Live Music Society grants

Live Music Society shares impact of $1M in funding for small venues

The Live Music Society awarded $1 million in Music In Actions Grants to 58 small US music venues in 2024. As they prepare to open a new round of Music in Action grant applications, the non-profit shared some of the most transformative and impactful projects that this year’s grants made possible.

Bruce Houghton on 12/13/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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cancels tour citing high costs

Another established artist cancels tour citing high costs, low sales

In the latest sign of troubles in live music, heavy metal supergroup Category 7 cancels tour citing high costs and low tickets.

Alana Bonilla on 12/13/2024 in Live & Touring | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Bandsintown High Notes 2024

Bandsintown High Notes: Ultimate Recap of Live Music in 2024 is here!

Bandsintown High Notes: Ultimate Recap of Live Music in 2024 is here!

Bruce Houghton on 12/12/2024 in Live & Touring | Permalink | Comments (0)
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making money playing live: Berklee Touring 101

Making Money Playing Live: Learn the Secrets to Profitable Touring

Musicians make most of their income performing, but making money playing live is harder than ever. Learn how to profit on tour with the Berklee College of Music’s online Touring. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 12/12/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Viagogo fake Travis tickets

Viagogo Fake Travis Tickets scam revealed

Ticket resellers – so called secondary ticketers – are the broken link in the chain that connects fans to the artists they love as this Viagogo fake Travis tickets scam illustrates.

Alana Bonilla on 12/11/2024 in Live & Touring | Permalink | Comments (0)
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