Live Nation President Addresses Looming DOJ Antitrust Lawsuit
Live Nation and its ticketing subsidiary Ticketmaster are the subject of a forthcoming antitrust lawsuit by the Department of Justice, and for the first time since the news broke, a…
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American Music Tourism Act Introduced to Congress
In an effort to bolster the nation’s music tourism sector, U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Marsha Blackburn introduced the bipartisan American Music Tourism Act this week. The legislation, aimed at…
Live Nation, Industry Forces Seek to Kill California Ticket Reforms
A powerful cadre of industry insiders are seeking to eliminate significant proposed legislation in California by pushing for amendments that would enhance, rather than eliminate, the monopolistic hold that Live…
Analysis: Is Ticketmaster/Live Nation a Criminal Conspiracy?
Live Nation/Ticketmaster is reeling this week, with news breaking Monday that the Department of Justice is reportedly planning to file an antitrust lawsuit against the entertainment behemoth soon. The promotional…
Live Nation (LYV) Stock Dips on News of DOJ Antitrust Lawsuit
Live Nation (NYSE: LYV) stock has taken a significant hit on Tuesday morning, dipping by nearly 10 percent at the opening of trading. The dip is presumed to be related…
Department of Justice to File Antitrust Lawsuit Against Live Nation
A long-awaited antitrust lawsuit targeting Live Nation Entertainment by the Department of Justice is coming as soon as next month, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal published…
Ticketmaster Opposition Kills Price Caps in Maryland Ticket Reform
Maryland lawmakers have passed legislation aimed at reforming the ticket-buying experience for consumers in the Old Line State, just as its legislative session ended this week. The bill was fiercely…
Live Nation Sued for Wrongful Death in 2023 Festival Shootings
The families of Brandy Escamilla and Josilyn Ruiz, two nurses who were murdered at the 2023 Beyond Wonderland EDM festival at Washington’s Gorge, have filed a wrongful death lawsuit. The…
Ticketmaster Lobbies Against Devastating Proposed CA Bill
Ticketmaster is already putting together what is expected to be a fierce resistance campaign against legislation introduced this month in California. AB2808 seeks to crack down on the Live Nation/Ticketmaster…
Ticket Transparency Legislation Introduced in Colorado
A legislation that would bring requirements for ticket price transparency and better clarity for consumers has been introduced in Colorado, where a Ticketmaster-friendly bill was vetoed by Gov. Jared Polis…