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March 11, 2020: The Day Live Music Died

On March 11, 2020 The World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic, Dr. Anthony Fauci warned Congress that “it’s going to get worse,” a spooked President Trump finally addressed the nation from the Oval Office and schools, business, sports and the live music industry began a near total shutdown.

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The Resilient Band of Veterans

The Resilient band of Veterans Healing through Music

Retired Marine Tim Donley turned his injuries into a powerful musical journey with The Resilient band of veterans healing through song. From singing with Roger Waters to honing his vocal skills at Berklee Online, Donley’s story shows how music can transform hardship into strength and hope.

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SXSW Music

Today at SXSW Music: Free Take Action Summit and Showcase

Today at SXSW Music, Artist for Action, Sandy Hook Promise, Bandsintown and the Music Managers Forum-US has hosting the 2025 music business Take Action SXSW Summit and Showcases featuring Passion Pit, Ginuwine, Everclear alongside industry leaders and experts.

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live music stocks

Live Music Stocks continue to fall faster than Markets

Live music stocks from Live Nation, Sphere Entertainment. and MSG Entertainment followed the markets downward Monday continuing their week long spiral.

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Gen Z Loves Live Music, new study confirms

More than any other generation, music is a central component of Gen Z identity and happiness, according to a new study. 87.9% of those surveyed said that music moulds their personal identity and helps them navigate life.

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ROSTR adds Radar music industry contact search

Live music industry trade ROSTR has added Radar – a new way to search for contact info on professionals across the music industry.

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Live Music Industry News: Dayglo Presents • Eventim tickets • EVA • LIVE • Green Events Conference

In the latest live music industry news, Peter Shapiro’s live music and media company Dayglo Presents, have announced three promotions: Stephen Grybowski as VP Marketing & Family Programming, Bradley Tucker as VP Business Development, and Sarah Graber as HR & Administrative Director.

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Hypebot’s Free Music Business Newsletter: Subscribe Now!

Whether you are a musician or a music industry professional, staying on top of this fast-changing business, the latest trends in marketing, and the most interesting music tech startups can feel like a full time job. We make it easy with Hypebot’s free music business newsletter.

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NIVA

Last day to take landmark NIVA State of Live venue survey

Today Wednesday March 5th is the last day for independent venues, festivals and promoters to take the landmark NIVA State of Live survey, the first ever economic study of the U.S. independent live sector.

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Take Action SXSW Summit and Showcases set schedule

Artist for Action, Sandy Hook Promise, Bandsintown and the Music Managers Forum-US have announced an impressive lineup for their 2025 music business Take Action SXSW Summit and Showcases featuring Passion Pit, Ginuwine, Everclear alongside industry leaders and experts.

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