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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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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Paul Schäfer

Paul Schäfer

Freelance

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

Mary Allen

UTA

"We’re navigating a significant level of touring oversaturation alongside growing price resistance"
Shorlette Ammons

Shorlette Ammons

Farm Aid

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

Kat Winfield

CAA

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

Peter Allott-Fletcher

AEG Presents

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

Erik Kammerer

Live Nation

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

Thiago Nakano

30e

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

Mica Sefia

Black Lives in Music

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

Jyn Paul

DICE

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

Bihter Çetinyol

Charmenko

"The industry in Türkiye is small; you can only work for corporations, governmental corporations, municipalities, and private companies"
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"
Loud & Proud 2026

Loud & Proud 2026

We shine our rainbow-coloured light on some of the queer acts currently taking stages around the world by storm...

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Young Miko

Young Miko

CAA

Hailing from Añasco, Puerto Rico, Young Miko is a GRAMMY-nominated and two-time Latin GRAMMY-nominated recording artist and one of the most influential voices shaping the new generation of global music.
Hailaker

Hailaker

X-ray Touring

Hailaker is a British indie folk project formed by Jemima Coulter and Ed Tullett, also known as Lowswimmer.
KWN

KWN

WME

With her unapologetic authenticity, distinctive voice, and fearless approach to music, kwn has been captivating audiences, quickly becoming a rising star and ushering in the next generation of R&B.
Sprints

Sprints

ROAM

SPRINTS underlined their status as one of the UK and Ireland’s most exciting breakthrough bands with their universally acclaimed 2024 debut Letter To Self, which earned five-star reviews from NME and DIY...
Tsatsamis

Tsatsamis

Primary Talent

Tsatsamis is a rising London-based artist and producer known for his distinctive blend of confessional dance-pop.
Bambii

Bambii

UTA

BAMBII is a Caribbean-Canadian DJ/producer who came up through Toronto’s underground club scene, blending Caribbean music with jungle, dancehall, UK garage, and drum & bass.

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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The Architects: Pino Sagliocco

Celebrating the pioneers of the modern live music business

Feature 12 June 2026

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The Circus Master: Peter Taylor’s tenacious journey

With a record-breaking year ahead, the Cuffe & Taylor co-founder explains how persistence and a “circus comes to town mentality" helped build a promoting powerhouse

Feature 22 June 2026

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Making Montreux Mondiale

From a UNESCO-protected archive of 7,000 performances, Montreux Jazz Festival transforms six decades of footage into a thriving worldwide brand

Feature 15 June 2026

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The Greatest Show Must Go On

Ciaran Donnelly talks to Take That’s manager, Chris Dempsey, about high-wire logistics, rebuilt set pieces, and the unstoppable elephant in the room...

Feature 12 June 2026

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Sweet Like Zucchero: Tour report

Feature 17 July 2026

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Small Population, Big Sound: New Zealand market report

Feature 30 July 2026

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The Cost Cutter: Silent House on saving money while protecting quality

Feature 20 July 2026

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