Dolly Parton, Grand Ole Opry, 2011, Timothy Wildey

Tributes paid to country legend Dolly Parton

The live music industry, including Parton's longtime agents, said in tributes the singer's music will "live on forever"

News 26 August 2026

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Summer Breeze Festival: The challenges and advantages of independence in 2026

The Bavarian metal festival says it is on track for its 'fastest ever' sell-out in 2027, just days after wrapping up its 2026 edition

News 26 August 2026

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‘Like a casino’: Ukraine’s Vyrii Festival on risks and rewards of expanded second edition

The 'ethno-electronic' festival tells IQ about launching from scratch during wartime and how its distinctive theme has buoyed the event to seek further growth

News 25 August 2026

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Indian consumer spending boom key to ‘largest ever’ live event pipeline

BookMyShow says consumer spending patterns promise a growth spurt in the Indian market, sparking a race to match on-sale technology to demand

News 25 August 2026

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JBM Music finds cross-generational groove with Electric Paradise

The Manchester-based promoter's principals tell IQ how they charted a new path by balancing nostalgia with forward-looking electronic acts

News 26 August 2026

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Demand for Arabic acts spikes 300% in UAE amid international tour drought

Despite ongoing conflict in the region, data from Platinumlist finds that ticket buying in the country is on the upward trajectory

News 26 August 2026

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TEG pulls plug on country festival one month after announcing

The touring event was set to be the first from dedicated division Longhaul Touring as part of the firm's global country music ambitions

News 26 August 2026

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Movers and shakers: Legends Global appoints new merchandise president

Plus: The latest moves from the Australian Festival Association, Laneway Festival, Production Resource Group, and more

News 26 August 2026

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Issue 146 Jul 2026

Bad Bunny's record-breaking stadium tour

The New Bosses 2026, K-pop Special, Tom Schroeder's 25 Years, Belgium Market Report

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Benefit concerts for Colombia, Venezuela earthquake relief generate €4m+

News 25 August 2026

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Latam ticketing firm Ticketplus eyes global growth after $15m IPO

News 25 August 2026

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South Africa’s Zee Nation Fest grows footprint as Women’s Day cultural showcase

News 25 August 2026

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Q&A: Hidde Salverda, Johan Cruijff Arena

Comment 25 August 2026

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We Group Labyrinth

We Group celebrates run of 25 live events in 16 days

Live events produced by the collective of production agencies hosted over 250,000 people across the UK between 31 July and 16 August

News 24 August 2026

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Data vs gut: The Team’s Mike Malak on modern festival booking

Ahead of his IFF debate on the topic, Malak discusses the role left for the accrued knowledge and instincts of agents and bookers in the age of AI

News 24 August 2026

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Growth of Latvia’s Summer Sound outpacing limited local infrastructure

News 24 August 2026

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UK Artist Touring fund ups support offer for next application round

News 24 August 2026

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Bonnaroo to take ‘much-needed year off’ after repeated storms

Organisers of the C3 Presents festival announced they will take a break in 2027 to let the Tennessee site "rest and recover"

News 24 August 2026

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Quicket on its East Africa Expansion

As the ticketing platform extends its footprint to Kenya and Uganda, bosses tell IQ about the thinking behind the move and how the two markets "chose themselves"

News 21 August 2026

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Tour news: Noah Kahan reveals trio of UK/IE stadium dates

Plus: Foo Fighters to open for AC/DC, and Chris Brown & Usher expand R&B Tour, and Jonas Brothers unveil 45-date arena run

News 21 August 2026

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CTS Eventim reports 57% profit growth across live entertainment

Live Entertainment revenue passed €1bn in the first half of 2026, making it the fastest growing division in the group by turnover

News 21 August 2026

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The New Bosses 2026

The New Bosses 2026

The industry has voted – IQ's annual list of top emerging executives is revealed. Read on to find out who made the cut this year

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Solomon Ogunbiyi

Solomon Ogunbiyi

Live Nation

Ogunbiyi's path bridges both live music and fashion, giving him a broader, more rounded outlook within his profession
Fergal Looney

Fergal Looney

Primary Talent International

Looney works across an esteemed roster of established stars and exciting new talent at the London-based talent agency
Nic Tepper

Nic Tepper

Handsome Tours

Originally from Los Angeles, Nic Tepper is a Sydney-based tour promoter and has worked across North America, Europe and Australia
Caitlin-Finn Ballard

Caitlin-Finn Ballard

ROAM

Ballard is a live booking agent in London, where she has spent the past six years representing artists and developing long-term live careers
Juan Velez

Juan Velez

RBK Fusion

Velez joined RBK Fusion in 2024 as a booking agent and promoter, focusing on developing international and Latin artists across the GSA market
Christofer Melchior

Christofer Melchior

Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG)

Joining AEG in 2022 as booking manager, Melchior is primarily responsible for booking Uber Arena and Uber Eats Music Hall in Berlin
Manuela Villazón

Manuela Villazón

Breakfast Live

Villazón is a talent buyer based in Bogotá, Colombia, specialising in international touring, artist development and audience growth
Selma Eistrup Madsen

Selma Eistrup Madsen

Roskilde Festival

Madsen is helping develop a new concert series with the aim of strengthening collaboration across the Nordic music scene
Andrea Blahová

Andrea Blahová

Heartnoize Promotion/Pohoda Festival

Blahová is a Slovak live music production manager based in Prague, active across the Czech and Slovak alternative circuit
Aimen Zaman

Aimen Zaman

Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai

At Coca-Cola Arena, Zaman combines her passion for live entertainment with data-driven marketing to connect audiences with experiences
Lola Loog

Lola Loog

FKP Scorpio Sweden

Loog started in the industry in 2017 as a promoter assistant and gradually worked her way up, joining FKP Scorpio Sweden in 2024
Katie Morgan

Katie Morgan

Legends Global

With 15 years in the live music industry, Katie Morgan, Programming Manager, is part of the Concert Halls team at Legends Global
Benji Stoll

Benji Stoll

Ticketmaster

Stoll has spent over seven years partnering with artists, managers, and promoters to build ticketing strategies that put fans first
Elektra Banks

Elektra Banks

The Team

Banks works across the UK and European festival strategy within the agency’s growing global festivals department
Rens Peters

Rens Peters

Friendly Fire

Peters is a booking agent and concert promoter at Friendly Fire, one of the Netherlands’ leading concert promoters
Anastasia Klochkivska

Anastasia Klochkivska

UTA

Klochkivska works as a music coordinator and is known for championing the next wave of artists, with a particular interest in their fan communities
Bryan Tan

Bryan Tan

Live Nation Asia

Tan is a Singaporean partnership and media specialist who has been building in the entertainment and events industry since 2016
Florian Plakolm

Florian Plakolm

Arcadia Live (FKP Scorpio)

Plakolm joined Arcadia Live in 2022, starting as a junior promoter and gravitating towards international shows and artists
Eabhan Gormley

Eabhan Gormley

MCD Productions

After cutting her teeth in various roles across dressing rooms and site office teams, Gormley stepped into an assistant role at MCD
Callum Burke

Callum Burke

Superstruct UK

With over 10+ years’ experience in the live music industry, Burke is now lead booker for six major UK Festivals at Superstruct

Stadium Stars 2026: Asia & Australasia

Venues including Accor Stadium, Kai Tak Stadium, and Singapore's National Stadium are in the third part of IQ's 20 best-in-class venues

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Ariana Grande’s London residency drives surge in music tourism

Over a third of ticket buyers for the Eternal Sunshine dates at The O2 will have come from outside the UK and are expected to spend millions

News 21 August 2026

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Schroeder’s Equation: 25 years at the forefront for Tom Schroeder

Ahead of his IFF keynote interview next month, Schroeder unpacks how he's ripping up traditional business models to ensure his clients build meaningful legacies

Feature 21 August 2026

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Way Out West audience swells over 60% in five editions

The Swedish festival set a new bar for the fifth year running, selling out every pass type for the three-day event for the first time

News 21 August 2026

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New Megaforce staging systems pave way for ‘significant’ expansion

The staging company says two new systems will lead a push for 'significantly expanded' western European market presence in 2027

News 20 August 2026

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Second Colombia earthquake relief concert set for Vive Claro

Stars including Karol G, Maluma, and Grupo Niche will lead the event, as the wider Colombian live sector continues to pledge donations

News 20 August 2026

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Live activity of KPop Demon Hunters franchise expands with Saja Boys show

Two of the boy band's voices have announced a standalone show at London's Outernet Live, adding to the franchise's growing live activity

News 20 August 2026

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Inside the decision to promote Kanye West

Following Ye's concert in Madrid, Gonzalo Peña of Vibra Music speaks to IQ about platforming a widely condemned artist

News 20 August 2026

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Global Stadium Report 2026

An annual deep-dive into the very top tier of the international touring business.

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Festival news: Global Citizen reveals lineup for Central Park outing

News 20 August 2026

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DICE unveils string of US ticketing partnerships

News 20 August 2026

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KKR takes minority stake in BookMyShow to power ‘growth phase’

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Triangle (L-R: Roger Field, Matthew Qi-Tao, Greg Hargrave, Zaran Vachha)

APAC touring platform Triangle raises $15m as Live Nation veteran joins leadership

News 19 August 2026

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Breakthrough Sarajevo Prodigy show ‘last piece’ of Bosnian touring puzzle

Promoters behind the concert tell IQ how the first event of its kind since 1997 "opens up Bosnia for future touring plans"

News 19 August 2026

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Independent Canadian promoter MRG launches Australian office

Former Live Nation executive Graham Kennedy will take the helm as senior promoter as the company aims to capitalise on market similarities with its native Canada

News 19 August 2026

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Colombia rapidly expands venue network to capitalise on booming demand

News 19 August 2026

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The Next Generation Won’t Build Itself

Comment 19 August 2026

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Live Nation Asia deepens concert tourism strategy with IHG deal

A new partnership with the hotel chain is the latest bid to cater to fans travelling for concerts, amid heightened focus on music tourism around the industry

News 18 August 2026

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How the Polish Jazz Festival ‘mobilised the diaspora’

The festival is preparing an expanded second edition in London next month on the tails of the growing 'brand' of Polish jazz

News 18 August 2026

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Southern Cone tours ‘need eyes on the ground’

Argentina's LEB Entertainment on the expansion plans for its end-to-end local market tour production services in Latin America

News 18 August 2026

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Conference news: Riga Music Week returns to convene growing Baltic industry

Plus the latest announcements from Trapital Summit, Amsterdam Dance Event, and Hong Kong's Asia Music Event

News 18 August 2026

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Stadium Stars 2026

Stadium Stars 2026

Discover who made the cut, as Hanna Ellington profiles the 20 venues that made our 2026 list...

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Accor Stadium

Accor Stadium

Sydney, Australia

A core part of Australia’s touring circuit, Accor Stadium (the second-largest stadium in the country) combines world-class event infrastructure with a strong focus on sustainability
Stade de France

Stade de France

Paris, France

With a flexible capacity of over 100,000 spectators, France’s national stadium is a must-play destination for both major international and leading French acts
Eden Park

Eden Park

Auckland, New Zealand

As New Zealand’s only stadium with a capacity of more than 50,000, Auckland’s Eden Park continues to raise the bar for touring in the Southern Hemisphere
Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium

Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium

Madrid, Spain

Home to Atlético de Madrid, Spain’s Riyadh Air Metropolitano has established itself as one of Europe's leading destinations for stadium touring
Estadio GNP Seguros

Estadio GNP Seguros

Mexico City, Mexico

Formerly the Foro Sol, Estadio GNP Seguros reopened its doors two years ago and has swiftly reestablished itself as one of the world’s premier live music destinations
National Stadium

National Stadium

The Kallang, Singapore

Strategically positioned between Singapore’s international airport and the city centre, the National Stadium remains the centrepiece of Singapore’s premier live entertainment precinct
Allegiant Stadium

Allegiant Stadium

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Allegiant Stadium, positioned adjacent to the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, has swiftly established itself as one of the premier destinations for global touring
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

London, UK

Tottenham Hotspur's stadium reopened on the site of the historic White Hart Lane in April 2019, following a £1.2bn redevelopment, doubling the capacity of the ground
Johan Cruijff ArenA

Johan Cruijff ArenA

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026, Johan Cruijff ArenA has become one of Europe's most influential stadiums with a long-standing reputation for innovation and sustainability
Estadio El Campín

Estadio El Campín

Bogotá, Colombia

Originally conceived as a modernist concrete structure, El Campín has evolved into a 39,500-capacity venue that balances football fanfare and major concerts
Merkur Spiel-Arena

Merkur Spiel-Arena

Düsseldorf, Germany

Configurable up to 65,000-capacity, Germany’s Merkur Spiel-Arena has earned a reputation as one of Germany's most versatile destinations for large-scale live entertainment
Nubank Parque

Nubank Parque

São Paulo, Brazil

Purpose-built with concerts in mind, Nubank Parque has established itself as one of Brazil’s premier stadium destinations for live music and sport
BC Place

BC Place

Vancouver, Canada

Vancouver's BC Place has emerged as one of North America's fastest-growing stadium destinations, welcoming a record 1.2m visitors in 2024
Marvel Stadium

Marvel Stadium

Melbourne, Australia

Welcoming more than 47m fans since opening in 2008, Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium has established itself as one of the region’s leading venues for major live experiences
AT&T Stadium

AT&T Stadium

Arlington, Texas, USA

Strategically positioned in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, AT&T Stadium has earned its reputation as one of the world's premier live event destinations, becoming a star in the US stadium circuit
Goyang Stadium

Goyang Stadium

Goyang, South Korea

As some of Seoul's stadiums undergo redevelopment, Goyang has become the country's go-to destination for blockbuster live events
Deutsche Bank Park

Deutsche Bank Park

Frankfurt, Germany

At the heart of one of Europe's best-connected cities, Deutsche Bank Park has established itself as a premier destination for international touring
Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium

London, UK

Dominating the London skyline with its iconic 133-metre arch, the venue is one of the world's most sought-after stops for global touring
Kai Tak Stadium

Kai Tak Stadium

Hong Kong

Opening just last year, Kai Tak Stadium has rapidly established itself as one of Asia’s foremost destinations for major international touring productions
SoFi Stadium

SoFi Stadium

Inglewood, California, USA

SoFi Stadium has redefined the modern stadium concert experience, with a 70,000-capacity that is expandable to more than 100,000 for concerts

Hans Zimmer: Taking film concerts to the next level

With 50 sold-out arena shows and over half a million ticket sales, Hans Zimmer’s latest tour is redefining how audiences experience scores

Feature 20 May 2026

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What a score: The rise of cinema with live orchestras

As a new generation discovers soundtracks, and nostalgia drives rewatching favourite films, Eamonn Forde charts the growing popularity of movie and orchestra experiences

Feature 11 May 2026

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Trusted IP: Exhibition trends beyond immersive

Adam Woods explores key developments in touring exhibitions

Feature 11 May 2026

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LATAM: The land of opportunity?

Josefina Armendariz & Florencia Mauro report on booming touring entertainment in Latin America, where diverse markets make local knowledge the key to success

Feature 11 May 2026

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Cuarteto: The Argentinian party music going global

Cuarteto’s rise is being driven less by streaming and more by a relentless live model, with high-frequency shows, loyal audiences, and a touring logic built for scale

Feature 30 March 2026

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COMMENT

NOWIE’s Cat Kevern on the need for a universal harassment reporting systems

The way the industry responds to sexual harassment is fundamentally broken

Cat Kevern

With 1 in 4 women working in events experiencing harassment, the Network of Women in Events' MD offers a pathway to improving protection

COMMENT 29 Jun 2026

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CAA’s Maria May unveils electronic-focused mental health initiative

If we want this business to keep evolving, we have to look after the people who make it work

Maria May

The storied agent tells IQ about the inspiration behind her new dance music-focused programme with the Music Industry Therapist Collective

COMMENT 11 May 2026

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The role of the System-Breaking Grand Concert in Hungary’s struggle for System Change

The role of the System-Breaking Grand Concert in Hungary’s struggle for System Change

Tamás Kádár

Sziget Festival CEO Tamás Kádár explains how a mass public concert energised voters ahead of Hungary's recent election

COMMENT 24 Apr 2026

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We come one: how live music creates physical synchrony

We come one: how live music creates physical synchrony

Paul Dolan

Behavioural scientist professor Paul Dolan dives into how live music helps us connect physically as well as emotionally

COMMENT 23 Apr 2026

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The launch of the UK Artist Touring Fund is a moment of real significance

The launch of the UK Artist Touring Fund is a moment of real significance

Kelly Wood

Kelly Wood, National Organiser for Live, Theatre & Music Writers at Musicians' Union, outlines the fund's impact on the wider touring ecosystem

COMMENT 18 Mar 2026

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Live Nation to convert San Diego landmark to 4,000-cap venue

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The K-Pop Export Story

Feature 18 August 2026

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Karol G brings immersive pop-ups to US city stops

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Fenix Entertainment strikes partnership to lead Maluma’s global tour strategy

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Google Gemini becomes Ticketmaster’s latest AI tool integration

The move will let fans discover events and purchase tickets through the chat tool, following a wave of similar partnerships between ticketers and AI companies

News 17 August 2026

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Movers and shakers: UTA reveals six executive appointments

Plus: senior hires from The Team, Legends Global, and Live Nation Belgium make up the latest appointments round-up

News 17 August 2026

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‘Long-term security’: MS Dockville announces Hamburg site extension to 2030

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‘The chance to do something different’: Ed Sheeran’s PM on the future of stadium staging

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IFF 2025

IFF LDN reveals final agenda for biggest ever edition

IFF showcases transformed for 2026 and Asian festivals profiled as IFF London comes to Outernet for 7-9 September

News 17 August 2026

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Stadium Stars 2026: Latin America

Estadio El Campín, Estadio GNP Seguros, and Nubank Parque are in the second part of IQ's 20 best-in-class venues at the top end of touring

Feature 14 August 2026

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California ticket resale cap bill falters in State Senate

The news means one of the US' premier live entertainment states will lack the resale regulations passed recently in smaller jurisdictions

News 14 August 2026

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‘Location is unmatched’: Arena MDP readies October opening in Argentina’s biggest resort

With the coastal resort fan experience as the strategic core, arena bosses say the project will bring the city shows it currently misses out on

News 14 August 2026

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Demand for Arabic acts spikes 300% in UAE amid international tour drought

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TEG pulls plug on country festival one month after announcing

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Benefit concerts for Colombia, Venezuela earthquake relief generate €4m+

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Latam ticketing firm Ticketplus eyes global growth after $15m IPO

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International Ticketing Report 2025

The only global guide to the live entertainment ticketing market – for anyone interested in or working in live event ticketing

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Encore looks to bridge the gap in live music’s digital ecosystem

News 14 August 2026

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Serbian live sector ‘under threat’ amid ongoing protests

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Mexico’s Estadio GNP Seguros hosts seven million concert-goers in first two years

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‘Communities beyond the continent’: Tix Africa launches in the UK

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JYP Entertainment reports 15% revenue dip between Stray Kids’ tours

The K-pop company's revenue contracted due to the timing of ticket sales from its key artist's touring schedule

News 13 August 2026

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TEG cites ‘refocused growth strategy’ after recent contract losses

The ticketer said it is "very pleased with the recent momentum" after raising funds from investors amid reports of a leadership restrucutre

News 13 August 2026

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Tour news: Dave Matthews Band rolls out new dates

News 13 August 2026

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Movers and shakers: The Circuit Group, Tixel, Music Venue Trust

News 12 August 2026

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‘Guitar music that isn’t superficial’: Amplifire on its debut booking strategy

As the new festival set out its stall in the punk and hardcore space, the event tells IQ how a hyper-specific genre vision made for a successful first year

News 12 August 2026

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Colombia’s live industry springs into action following devastating earthquake

Morat will set up a donation drive at their upcoming Bogotá residency, while the Vive Claro complex is being utilised as an aid station

News 12 August 2026

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ATG Entertainment acquired by Ari Emanuel’s Mari in €5bn deal

The WME Group chairman will fold in the global venue, production, and ticketing player into the new company's growing portfolio of live offerings

News 12 August 2026

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EPS and NUSSLI merge to form ‘globally active’ event infrastructure group

The new company combines EPS' turf and crowd control solutions with NUSSLI's temporary structure offerings based across 50 locations worldwide

News 12 August 2026

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COMMENT

Médecins Sans Frontières on the life-changing power of live music

Putting on a show and supporting those in crisis is a clear win-win

Dr Natalie Roberts

As ILMC kicks off, Dr Natalie Roberts from charity partner Médecins Sans Frontières describes the impact live music can make

COMMENT 24 Feb 2026

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Music Minds Matters’ Sarah Woods unveils new industry-specific study

Poor mental health in music is not inevitable – let's come together to change it

Sarah Woods

For Helplines Awareness Day, charity CEO Sarah Woods unveils a new targeted mental health support scheme for the live industry

COMMENT 23 Feb 2026

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Sziget’s Tamás Kádár on championing freedom of expression

At Sziget, neutrality has never been an option

Tamás Kádár

After their Take A Stand award win, CEO Tamás Kádár reconfirms the Hungarian festival's commitment to the LGBTQ+ community

COMMENT 11 Feb 2026

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Superstruct’s Alex Mahon on the need for human interaction

The human need for connection has not gone anywhere

Alex Mahon

New Superstruct CEO Alex Mahon highlights the growing importance of concerts and festivals in the digital age

COMMENT 12 Jan 2026

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How CAA’s Task Force champions charity and community

Music has a power that goes far beyond entertainment

Emma Banks

Nordoff and Robbins chair Emma Banks discusses how the next generation of CAA leaders are delivering change to charities and communities

COMMENT 22 Dec 2025

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Global Stadium Report 2025

The Global Stadium Report is the first publication dedicated to global stadium touring worldwide.

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AEG and Japan’s Creativeman strike major partnership

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AXS halves prices on selected US concerts for anniversary promotion

News 11 August 2026

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Chappell Roan

Festival news: Laneway scales back & Beyond The Valley sells out

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Bunny Business: The stadiums that shaped Bad Bunny’s record-breaking tour

Feature 11 August 2026

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Merch Traffic cracks down on online bootleg merchandise sellers

The Live Nation subsidiary has filed a lawsuit in the US to protect trademarks for artists including Bruno Mars, Harry Styles, and The Cure

News 11 August 2026

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Ibiza officials mulling island-wide ban on future club and venue licenses

The proposal forms part of the island's Tourism Areas Intervention Plan, which is currently being drafted and which will take effect in 2027

News 11 August 2026

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Victoria expands festival funding initiative with $640k round

News 11 August 2026

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Will Japan’s arena building frenzy open the door for international tours?

News 11 August 2026

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Data finds 14% of UK concert-goers have bought fraudulent tickets

Polling also finds fans lose £150m a year to fake tickets, as O2 Virgin Media and the Home Office launch the 'Stop! Think Fraud' campaign

News 11 August 2026

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Japan’s ASOBISYSTEM eyes global export with US expansion

The multi-pronged entertainment company is looking to capitalise on "one of the world’s fastest-growing markets for Japanese entertainment"

News 10 August 2026

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Fleadh Cheoil 2026 brings in a million fans in ‘record’ year

The 2026 Belfast edition of the Irish traditional music festival made for the "best attended Fleadh ever" across its eight-day span, organisers say

News 10 August 2026

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How Romania’s ARTmania turned cancellation into a catalyst for change

Festival founder Codruta Vulcu tells IQ how it was "worth the sacrifice" for organisers to gain clarity around event licensing

News 10 August 2026

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Australia launches first industry-led festival guide for organisers

"Festival Blueprint marks a significant milestone for the NSW festival industry and sets a strong foundation for the sector's future"

News 10 August 2026

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Lagos arena reveals June 2028 target date as rival project emerges

As an under-construction 12,000-cap space announced a new completion date, a rival arena project has released plans for a venue set for 2030

News 10 August 2026

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Inaugural LA Jazz Festival cancelled just hours before start time

Organisers blamed public safety and permitting issues for the decision, as some artist representatives say performers are left out of pocket

News 10 August 2026

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A festival that can’t be franchised: The secret to Outside Lands’ longevity

Co-founder Allen Scott of Another Planet Entertainment tells IQ how the festival's California roots are fuelling its innovation

News 07 August 2026

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LOS40 Primavera Pop set for October Argentina debut

The stalwart Spanish event will occur outside of Spain for the first time in its 60 year history after a deal with Argentinian promoter EB Producciones

News 07 August 2026

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Stadium Stars 2026: US & Canada

Allegiant Stadium, AT&T Stadium, BC Place, and SoFi Stadium are in the first part of IQ's 20 best-in-class venues at the top end of touring

Feature 07 August 2026

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Live Nation makes major CEE move by acquiring trio of Prague venues

The company has taken majority stakes in the O2 Arena, O2 Universum, and Forum Karlín to help "bring even more great artists to Prague"

News 07 August 2026

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Conference news: SoAlive and Radar Madrid reveal lineups for 2026

Plus: programme announcements from Nürnberg Pop, Beyond the Music, and Music Cities Convention Alberta, plus a debut LA edition for Hit Week

News 06 August 2026

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Annie Lennox, Last Dinner Party help Wilderness Festival turn 15

The boutique Festival Republic event also featured Scissor Sisters and DJ Carl Cox, bringing global talent to the UK forest-based gathering

News 06 August 2026

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OCESA Colombia unveils 6k-cap space next to Estadio Vive Claro

Vive Claro Music Hall will amplify the surrounding entertainment district and help bridge the gap between Bogotá's venue tiers

News 06 August 2026

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Festival Cordillera on Latin America’s evolving currency-resilient playbook

Páramo Presenta says "circles are being shaped" to bring a consortium approach to booking as part of the region's growing financial toolkit

News 06 August 2026

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‘A younger generation embracing jazz’: Blue Note on opening its first UK venue

Blue Note's president Steven Bensusan explains the varied economics of staging the genre and how London fits into the brand's global model

News 06 August 2026

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