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Still time for Venues, Promoters to take State Of Live Survey

Independent live music is under pressure from increased competition and rising costs. To understand what’s needed help, The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) launched the State of Live survey, a vital economic study of the U.S. independent live sector.

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Fix The Tix says TICKET Act would legalize ‘ghost’ tickets

The Fix The Tix Coalition of more than 30 live music industry organizations including NIVA, NITO, the RIAA and Bandsintown is calling for major changes to pending TICKET Act legislation including restrictions on speculative tickets, often referred to as ghost tickets.

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82% of Musicians Can’t Afford to Tour

Hitting the road used to be a rite of passage for artists and how most earned a living. But now the majority of musicians can’t afford to tour. With rising costs and fewer paying venues, only the biggest names are making money while everyone else is struggling or staying home.

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Free Touring for Musicians course from Berklee and Coursera

Free Touring for Musicians course from Berklee and Coursera

Learn the basics of successful gigging with a free touring course for musicians offered by the Berklee College of Music Online and Coursera. Free Touring for Musicians course from Berklee. Continue reading

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DIY and Independent Musician News Last Week

Last week, our independent musician news, tips and advice covered the hit new Spotify book, successful strategies for touring, 2025 social media trends to look out for, and more…

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Hawaii bans ticket scalping after Bruno Mars Fan uproar

Bruno Mars fans have been hit hard by ticket scalpers, with resale prices soaring to thousands of dollars. Now the state of Hawaii bans ticket scalping via new legislation that. Continue reading

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6 Questions with The Wildwoods: Harmonies & Hard Work

We caught up with Chloe Gose of The Wildwoods while on the road for this latest installment of the Hypebot, Bandsintown and CelebrityAccess “6 Questions With” artist interview series. 

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US Legislation offers Tax Relief for Musicians, Performers

Bipartisan legislation has been reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives that offers tax relief for musicians, actors and performers.

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4 Essential Strategies for Touring Artists

Touring is no longer just about ticket sales—it’s a goldmine of revenue opportunities waiting to be tapped. Discover four proven strategies for touring artists to grow your fan base, boost merch sales, and connect with fans worldwide.

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Music Venue Trust Report underscores decline in venues

The Music Venue Trust (MVT), which represents hundreds of venues has released its 2024 Annual Report, which paints a bleak picture of independent live music in the UK

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