Concert giant Live Nation has posted another quarter of strong financial results with revenue of $1.5 billion, an improvement of 19% over last year. However, the company still failed to achieve profitability and reported a net loss of $41.028 million for the quarter, as well as an operating loss of…
Category archives: Live & Touring
The Awesome Candor Of Sarah Shook [INTERVIEW]
In this edition of SoundExchange’s ‘Declaration of Independents’ series, they speak with firecracker punk/country singer-songwriter Sarah Shook about the real-life experiences reflected in her music and her experiences on the road. __________________________________ Guest post by William Glanz of SoundExchange Country punk singer-songwriter Sarah Shook stands out in a way few…
Sign Petition To End Sexual Harassment At Music Fests
A new petition, hosted by Care2, is aiming to change the overall culture of music festivals by eradicating sexual assault and harassment. The campaign follows Teen Vogue writer Vera Papisova’s report last month, in which she detailed how rampant the issue is at one of the country’s most famed annual…
Touring Abroad: What US Artists Need, How To Get It
For many aspiring artists, touring abroad can often seem a dream that’s always just out of reach, but it doesn’t have to be this way, provided you have all the necessary resources and documentation in place before you set out. ________________________ Guest post by Robert Lanterman on Soundfly’s Flypaper For…
9 Resources For Musicians On The Road
The world can seem like a harsh place to independent artists on the move, but the modern age has a variety of helpful resource that can make DIY touring a reality. Here we look at 9 resources for artists, whether they’re looking for gigs, management, or housing. ________________________ In this…
Music’s Alarming Gender Gap [Infographic]
Last.fm have researched the last 16 years of music awards and festivals to find out if we are crediting female artists as much as we are listening to them. As each year comes and goes, the elephant in the room for the music industry is whether the popularity of female…
Being In A Band Changes Your Life: Here’s How
Rather than focusing on how to deal with stardom, this article explains how being in an aspiring band working towards success changes your life, and how you must alter your life in or achieve that success. ________________________________________ From CDBaby’s DIY Musician blog. This article is not about how being a…
Why Taking Time Off From Music Can Harm Your Career
Touring can be an incredibly draining experience, and while it’s important to take a breather every now and then, taking too much time of from your music can ultimately have a decidedly detrimental effect on your career. _____________________________ Guest post by Patrick McGuire of the ReverbNation Blog If you’ve just…
No Fee TickPick Acquires Razorgator, Adds 1M Users
[UPDATED] No-fee ticket marketplace TickPick has acquired ticket reseller Razorgator. Details of the acquisition were not disclosed, but Razorgator had raised $60 million in funding from Oak, Kleiner, Perkins, Caufield & Byers and Steamboat since 2001. Suggesting a purchase price well under $60 million, TickPick says that this acquisition came…
Live Nation’s $20 Concert Ticket Offer Is Live Now
With the summer concert season bginning, Live Nation has announced ‘National Concert Week.’ From today through May 8, fans can access exclusive $20 all-in tickets to 2,000+ major concerts. Shows With Live Nation’s $20 All-In “National Concert Week” Ticket Offer On Sale Now: 311 / The Offspring 3 Doors Down…