State of Independents: Celebrating the indie sector

The challenges for independent companies operating in the live entertainment sector have arguably never been greater, as consolidation around the world continues apace.

Travis made it a night to
remember for fans at DHP
Family’s Splendour Festival
2025, when they joined
headliners Kaiser Chiefs on stage
Travis made it a night to remember for fans at DHP Family’s Splendour Festival 2025, when they joined headliners Kaiser Chiefs on stage

The challenges for independent companies operating in the live entertainment sector have arguably never been greater, as consolidation around the world continues apace.

However, as Gordon Masson discovers, those at the sharp end are some of the most pragmatic problem solvers in the industry, and despite myriad obstacles, remaining indie is a necessity for some, and a fierce passion for others…

Ever since Robert Sillerman began his corporate consolidation at the tail end of the 20th century, the live entertainment…

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