Lakeside Legend: Montreux Jazz Festival’s 60th anniversary

As the festival kicks off its 60th edition today, insiders reveal how a lakeside event became a global music brand

Feature 12 June 2026

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Live Nation appoints Shank SVP of global programming

With the hire of the family entertainment sector veteran, Live Nation signals a move into what Shank called "non-traditional entertainment"

News 03 July 2026

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Spotify joins Afronation Portugal as streaming partner

The announcement comes a month after reports emerged that the streaming platform was exploring adding live concert video features

News 03 July 2026

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Festival news: Secret Sounds’ Harvest Rock called off again

Plus: Tomorrowland Thailand's debut lineup, ADE's first 250 names for 30th anniversary, and Unsound's dual-city programme

News 03 July 2026

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Australian agency apologies over ‘AI artist’ booking

Sydney-based Good Intent was accused of platforming an artist that allegedly uses AI in their music creation and marketing content

News 03 July 2026

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Issue 145 Jun 2026

The Pride Edition

LGBTIQ+ List 2026, Loud & Proud, Montreux Jazz Festival's 60th anniversary, New Zealand market report, The Architects - Pino Sagliocco

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How LatAm’s live industry is treating sustainability as infrastructure

News 03 July 2026

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Arena Stars 2026: North America

Feature 03 July 2026

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Dr Nepomuk Schessl on why AI won’t kill us all

Comment 02 July 2026

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Malaysian live sector calls for Entertainment tax abolition

News 02 July 2026

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Tour news: Diljit Dosanjh expands Aura Tour while BINI postpones Europe

The Asian stars are joined by a raft of UK and European date announcements from Two Door Cinema Club, The Coral, and Kaleo

News 02 July 2026

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Jamaica’s National Stadium eyes concert growth with revamp

A series of renovations will see the Kingston stadium's capacity rise by over 40%, as national authorities vie to boost its offerings

News 02 July 2026

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How Stageco is meeting the demands of modern stadium touring

News 02 July 2026

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‘We want this to be a lifestyle thing’: State Fayre on debut edition

News 02 July 2026

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Exclusive: Increasing return of Russian touring sparks industry anger

Recent months have seen an uptick in Western artists touring and performing in Russia as its war against Ukraine rages on

News 01 July 2026

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Wizard Live branches out with external communications agency

The German promoter has launched the standalone Wizard Communications, which will offer 20+ years of events experience to external clients

News 01 July 2026

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London Symphony Orchestra unveils venue upgrades for St Luke’s site

LSO tells IQ a new cutting-edge recording studio will help its broadcast work cultivate and diversify its live audiences and programming

News 01 July 2026

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‘We aim to become a mecca for music where people can experience the world’s top artists’

President Tsuyoshi Tamura discusses what the future holds for one of the world's premier purpose-built music venues

Comment 01 July 2026

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LGBTIQ+ List 2026

LGBTIQ+ List 2026

Say a huge hello to our latest cohort of queer pioneers who are making an impact in the international live music business and beyond...

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Bihter Çetinyol

Bihter Çetinyol

Charmenko

"The industry in Türkiye is small; you can only work for corporations, governmental corporations, municipalities, and private companies"
Toby Corton

Toby Corton

Mighty Hoopla / Sounds Queer / State is Flow

"Pay artists fairly, regulate, and redistribute profits in favour of the people who, without their work, the 'music industry' would just be 'industry'"
Bruno Sérgio Gomes

Bruno Sérgio Gomes

30e

"Demand is huge, but production costs, routing, and ticket affordability are putting a lot of pressure on the middle of the market"
Ethan-James Luke

Ethan-James Luke

Legends Global

"The audiences are diverse, the talent is diverse, so the people shaping the industry should reflect that, too"
Mariano Otero

Mariano Otero

Fever / DICE

"The ticketing industry is entering a period of increased scrutiny and regulatory change, which is both necessary and overdue"
Jyn Paul

Jyn Paul

DICE

"Equitable access to tickets remains the biggest challenge the industry faces in keeping fans motivated and artists connected"
Mica Sefia

Mica Sefia

Black Lives in Music

"As a Black, queer, neurodivergent woman, my identity informs everything I do, whether intentionally or not"
Paul Schäfer

Paul Schäfer

Freelance

"Representation matters because it creates role models, opens pathways, and signals to the next generation that there is space"
Antonia Lines

Antonia Lines

LIVE Trust

"We're working in collaboration with the live sector to fix long-term problems and create a better future for everyone"
Shorlette Ammons

Shorlette Ammons

Farm Aid

"The same handful of corporations controlling food systems are often shaping culture and access in entertainment, too"
Steve Berry

Steve Berry

Stagetruck Ltd

"I do what I do because I want everyone who comes to work with us to feel welcome, included, and part of something they’re proud of"
Harry Wilding

Harry Wilding

Festival Republic / Kelham Pride / ILMC

"Grassroots venues help grow the careers of new artists that will one day become our arena fillers and festival headliners"
Małgorzata Staniszewska

Małgorzata Staniszewska

Alter Art

"When we prioritise fair treatment, economic security, and a safe, respectful environment, we create an industry where talent can thrive"
Pol Mitchell

Pol Mitchell

Soft Serve Management

"There’s been a real backslide in lineup diversity in mainstream events, which is a signal of bigger economic and systemic disruption"
Erik Kammerer

Erik Kammerer

Live Nation

"We need to slow down, pause, and identify those who will challenge industry norms while also honouring legacies"
Mary Allen

Mary Allen

UTA

"We’re navigating a significant level of touring oversaturation alongside growing price resistance"
Kat Winfield

Kat Winfield

CAA

"It’s not just about representation on paper; it’s about creating an environment where people genuinely feel supported"
Peter Allott-Fletcher

Peter Allott-Fletcher

AEG Presents

"Everything has become more expensive, and often unpredictably so – global events have an almost immediate impact"
Thiago Nakano

Thiago Nakano

30e

"In Brazil, where music is such a strong part of people’s identities, tours can become real cultural moments"
Sandra Schweizer

Sandra Schweizer

Gadget Entertainment AG

"Being surrounded by so many people actively shaping the business was genuinely inspiring and gave me a stronger sense of perspective"

Fever to reimagine Madrid’s Experience Economy Meeting

The two-day conference, set to return to Madrid from 5-6 October, will now be known as GXG – The Global Gathering of the Experience Economy

News 01 July 2026

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Movers & Shakers: The Team, AXS, ROAM

Plus: The latest batch of industry appointments and promotions from 30e, Wide Days, UK Music, and the Scottish Event Campus

News 01 July 2026

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‘Bad Bunny transcends languages and borders’

The Puerto Rican superstar's growing list of accolades underscore the increasing viability of non-English-speaking acts at the stadium level

News 30 June 2026

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‘Extraordinary’ crowds line Montreal streets for Angine de Poitrine festival show

Montreal Jazz Festival organisers say the free event had to cut off admissions 30 minutes before the show as crowd size passed expectations

News 30 June 2026

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Serbia’s Sava Centar steps up touring ambitions

Equipped with its first permanent sound system, the venue's team tells IQ about their bid to become a become a stop for global tours

News 30 June 2026

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Exclusive: Three-quarters of StubHub UK arena listings from just three sellers, research finds

An investigation by the Fan Fair Alliance has identified three large-scale resellers which it alleges are routinely engaging in speculative ticketing

News 30 June 2026

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Illinois targets bots and ‘ghost selling’ in ticketing crackdown

The state's governor signed a series of bills into law last week aiming to combat bot purchasing, junk fees, and speculative listing

News 30 June 2026

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Pieter Smit Group acquires UK-based MM Band Services

The leading European logistics organisation is bridging the Brexit-caused gap for transit service providers by establishing a UK hub

News 30 June 2026

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Global Arena Guide 2026

The definitive guide to arenas hosting live music and entertainment, in association with Legends Global

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Harvey Lister Legends Global

Legends Global’s Lister announces retirement from 2027

News 29 June 2026

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‘The last year has marked a turning point for DICE’

News 29 June 2026

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European festivals halted by violent storms amid heatwave

News 29 June 2026

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Anna and Vulkan at Arezzo Wave London, Bush Hall

‘Italy’s second city’: Arezzo Wave expands artist showcases to London

News 29 June 2026

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Rosalia LUX tour

Rising multilingual shows drives ‘must-have’ live translation demand

After providing live translation for Rosalia's LUX tour, data firm Musixmatch says lyric displays are becoming an indispensable part of the live experience

News 29 June 2026

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Rock in Rio Lisboa draws record 330k fans for 11th edition

Taking place over two weekends, the Portuguese event featured Katy Perry, Linkin Park, Rod Stewart, and 21 Savage as headliners

News 29 June 2026

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Sweden’s Way Out West to offer tickets to scam victims

News 26 June 2026

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Upcoming deadline ‘clearest opportunity’ for EU dynamic pricing regulation

News 26 June 2026

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‘The mothership of FKP’s festival fleet’: Hurricane at 30 years

FKP Scorpio chief Stephan Thanscheidt recounts the German festival's legacy and evolution as it marks its 30th anniversary

News 26 June 2026

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European festivals brace for difficult weekend as heatwave continues and events cancelled

Defqon.1 and Solidays festivals have been axed as hundreds of millions of Europeans swelter, with more events likely to be disrupted

News 26 June 2026

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Gunna at Detty December 2025 Ilubirin Lagos

Livespot eyes long-term venue use for Lagos residential development

After a mixed-use waterfront complex became Lagos' latest repurposed live location, Livespot talks of the benefits of adapting the 60,000-cap space

News 26 June 2026

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Conference news: ESNS announces first 2027 speakers

Plus: New ADE PRO and BIGSOUND announce programmes for anniversary editions, plus updates from AVA London and Indie Week Australia

News 26 June 2026

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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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Arena Stars 2026: Australasia

Feature 26 June 2026

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C3 Presents’ Huston Powell set for inaugural IFF LA keynote

News 25 June 2026

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Diljit Dosanjh US Tour

Diljit Dosanjh closes out record-breaking North American run

News 25 June 2026

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Live Nation and OVG venue confirmed for Dublin city centre

News 25 June 2026

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Taking immersion outdoors: Inside Minecraft’s ‘Moonlight Trail’ in Buenos Aires

Producer 6 Pasos on what it took to turn a massive virtual phenomenon into a record-breaking, open-air nighttime experience

News 25 June 2026

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UK’s Splendour Festival to end with 2026 edition

The independent promoter DHP Family blamed reduced civic support for the decision but said its wider event portfolio was 'thriving'

News 25 June 2026

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Tour news: Beabadoobee & Don Toliver plot ‘epic’ arena runs

News 25 June 2026

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UK’s Everywhere At Once taps Hearby to power next-gen live event discovery

Promoted 25 June 2026

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European events battle extreme heat as severe weather warnings issued

Cancellations and venue changes have hit European festivals this week as multiple countries declared their most drastic weather alerts

News 24 June 2026

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‘Music is an untapped area in the immersive show format’

Lightroom CEO Richard Slaney sheds light on the company’s growth story and previews what fuelling their next chapter

Comment 24 June 2026

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Multiple concerts and festivals disrupted in South Korea protests

Concerts and festivals have been forced into cancellations or venue changes as one of the country's biggest protests in years blockaded Seoul's Olympic Park

News 24 June 2026

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Movers & Shakers: Live Nation, NITO

Sweden/Italy-based hospitality firm Miramis and US promoter Nederlander Concerts have also announced new additions

News 24 June 2026

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Live Nation appoints Shank SVP of global programming

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Spotify joins Afronation Portugal as streaming partner

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Australian agency apologies over ‘AI artist’ booking

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Malaysian live sector calls for Entertainment tax abolition

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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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Bruno Mars extends Romantic Tour with six-city Japan leg

News 24 June 2026

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Outernet CEO hails ‘new era for live’ with venue and programming refresh

News 24 June 2026

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Relaunched Camden Barfly a ‘Platonic ideal’ of UK grassroots

News 23 June 2026

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Finnish live industry warns of ‘challenging’ conditions

News 23 June 2026

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UOB Live success underpins AEG’s Thailand expansion plans

GM Craig Grossarth unpacks the value of the entertainment precinct model as AEG looks to build on the 6k-cap space's success with a new venue

News 23 June 2026

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Fred Again announces debut India tour

The producer and DJ becomes the latest international act to announce a short run across major Indian cities in recent weeks

News 23 June 2026

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StubHub fined £900,000 by UK regulator over hidden fees

News 23 June 2026

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Olivia Rodrigo to stage all-women music festival

News 23 June 2026

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Reggaeton Beach Festival cancels 2026 edition

Seven events across Spain will no longer take place, with new administrators pointing to financial difficulties predating their February takeover

News 22 June 2026

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Harry Styles thanks artists for ‘unforgettable’ Meltdown Festival

The pop megastar curated the London festival, which concluded this weekend and ran alongside his record-breaking Wembley run,

News 22 June 2026

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Andrea Bocelli up for new Abu Dhabi Grand Prix concert series

The Italian tenor will perform in Etihad Arena ahead of the Formula 1 finale, expanding the race weekend's programming with classical music

News 22 June 2026

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‘Wild at its Roots’: Manuel Carrasco draws 260k to Seville homecoming

Riff Producciones tells IQ how an emphasis on local identity helped draw over a quarter of a million fans across four nights at La Cartuja Stadium

News 22 June 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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Masego

Tour news: Masego reveals US and Europe run

News 22 June 2026

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The Circus Master: Peter Taylor’s tenacious journey

Feature 22 June 2026

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The 365 Venue: Why standing still is no longer an option

Promoted 22 June 2026

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Fan-first approach powers Katseye’s arena breakthrough

News 19 June 2026

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Pohoda Festival hails record sell-out for 30th anniversary

The 8-11 July Slovakian event will feature The Cure, Gorillaz, The Prodigy, IDLES, and Lykke Li, with organisers bumping up capacity by 10%

News 19 June 2026

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Arena Stars 2026: Europe

The first part of IQ's 20 best-in-class venues covers Stockholm's Avicii Arena, Valencia's Roig Arena, and London's The O2

Feature 19 June 2026

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Live Nation expands Argentine footprint with Rosario venue

News 19 June 2026

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Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium set for pre-Olympics revamp

News 19 June 2026

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Tour news: Kanye West adds US shows to ongoing run

Plus: Tour announcements from Rod Wave, Electric Callboy, Isaiah Rashad, Black Veil Brides, and South Arcade

News 19 June 2026

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Benin backs exhibition, live ambitions with 9,000-cap arena

Cotonou is set to welcome the country's first arena-level venue, which also forms a key pillar of the government's economic strategy

News 18 June 2026

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For whom the Sphere tolls: Metallica’s next live frontier

The heavy metal veterans' North American agent, Dennis Arfa, unpacks the strategy behind the band's "monstrous" 24-date Las Vegas residency

News 18 June 2026

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Role Model up first for Spotify’s Reserved tour ticket initiative

The streaming giant's live initiative launches in the US today, with selected fans able to make purchases for the Chuck On Tour next week

News 18 June 2026

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Wellington Town Hall New Zealand

Wellington venue reopening to mark ‘defining cultural moment’

Pop band Drax Project will lead a special concert lineup to relaunch the town hall, which officials call "the creative heart of the city"

News 18 June 2026

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Beyond AAA markets: The key to touring entertainment’s viability

IQ reports on how smaller markets can drive touring success when major city venues are oversubscribed

Feature 18 June 2026

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Festival news: Los Angeles to host America’s Block Party

Plus: Updates and lineup news from Vans Warped Tour, Rock for People, EXIT Festival, and Afrojam Fest

News 18 June 2026

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‘Women are a driving force in live entertainment’

A new study from THE TEAM's Collective captures the importance and value of live experiences from 15,000 respondents across 12 countries

News 17 June 2026

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Plenitude Arena

Paris La Défense Arena to rebrand to Plenitude Arena

The change of name comes ahead of what arena officials say will be one of the most significant concert slates in its history

News 17 June 2026

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Bad Bunny shifts record 800k tickets in Spanish cultural coup

“What we witnessed with Bad Bunny’s DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS Tour in Spain was truly unprecedented," says Live Nation Spain's Nacho Córdoba

News 17 June 2026

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AMG to reopen Brighton Hippodrome in 2027

New deal will see the revival of "one of the most architecturally significant circus theatres in the UK" after twenty years of closure

News 17 June 2026

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Obama Presidential Centre

Lineup of stars announced for Obama Presidential Centre opening ceremony

Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, and U2's Bono and The Edge are among the performers for the 18 June event

News 17 June 2026

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Korean gov’t unveils €1.7m fund to boost indie K-pop acts globally

The new state-led initiative will provide 10 small- and mid-sized agencies with funding to help with overseas expansion and concerts

News 17 June 2026

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Robbie Williams reveals restructured live touring team

Ahead of a busy touring period, the British hitmaker has signed to ATC Management and WME for worldwide representation

News 17 June 2026

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Black Promoters Collective charts course for stadium shows

After debuting on the Billboard Top Promoters Chart last month, the coalition says its independent DNA is the key to its jump to the next level

News 16 June 2026

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Live Nation stock hits all-time high as firm adds Buenos Aires arena

Analysts cite longstanding venue strategy amongst the key drivers, though not directly related to the Argentinian takeover

News 16 June 2026

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