Fans, Advocates Call for Changes to New York’s “Live Nation Welfare Bill”
Consumer advocates have raised red flags over proposed ticketing legislation in New York, arguing that the last-minute proposed changes to…
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Live Nation Acquires Dominican Promoter SD Concerts
Live Nation Entertainment is continuing its international expansion, announcing the acquisition of SD Concerts, the leading live entertainment promoter in…
NY Ticket Bill Contradicts Past Investigations, Including Sponsor’s
In a late-session twist in Albany, New York State Senator James Skoufis introduced a new ticketing bill (S.8221) last week….
Opinion: NY Resale Spike A Risky Proposition for Empire State
New York legislators, including Senator James Skoufis, are poised to take a big gamble with the state’s economy by curtailing…
LA Galaxy, Dignity Health Sports Park Ink Multiyear Deal With Intermex
The LA Galaxy and Dignity Health Sports Park have announced a multiyear sponsorship agreement with International Money Express, Inc. (Intermex),…
Valeas Capital takes majority stake in TicketManager with $110 million investment
Event-management software provider TicketManager has secured a $110 million commitment from Valeas Capital Partners, giving the growth-oriented private-equity firm a…
Safety Issues Force Last-Minute Cancellation of Shakira, Jason Aldean Shows in Boston
Two major concerts featuring Shakira and Jason Aldean at Fenway Park this week were abruptly canceled after a routine inspection…
Anslysis; Price-Cap Bills Would Push Fans Into Risky Ticket Markets
Sports Fans Coalition is warning that the drive for price-cap legislation by industry insiders – largely Live Nation/Ticketmaster and AEG,…
Ticketmaster Australia Renews Partnership with Mushroom Group
Ticketmaster Australia is tightening its hold on the live entertainment scene with the announcement of an expanded partnership with Mushroom…
DOJ reportedly probing Oak View Group, Legends Arena Bid Collusion
Federal antitrust investigators are examining whether Oak View Group (OVG) and Legends illegally coordinated their bids to design, build and…