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NIVA ’26 Conference to Focus on Live Music in a ‘Post Monopoly World’

In recent years, the National Independent Venue Association’s advocacy efforts have been focused on the Department of Justice’s monopoly case against Live Nation, which resulted in a jury finding that the company illegally monopolized the market for ticketing services and the use of amphitheaters. In April, it also found that Live Nation illegally tied the […]

Concord Enters Strategic Partnership with Latin Rapper Lito MC Cassidy’s Lito Music

Independent music company Concord announced on Thursday (June 4) a strategic partnership with Lito Music, the company founded by Latin rap pioneer Lito MC Cassidy. “The alliance marks a key step in Concord’s continued expansion within the global Latin music market and reflects its commitment to investing at the highest level in the future of reggaetón,” […]

Why Eric André Made A (Surprisingly Good) Classical Music Album

As the boundary-smashing, beyond over-the-top talent behind Adult Swim’s long-running The Eric Andre Show, comedian and actor Eric André has presided over some of the more bizarre, surreal pranks, stunts and hilariously cringe moments to ever be aired on television.   But André’s latest project might just manage to stun his audience even further. Under the not-so-serious name of BLARF, André has just released a surprisingly serious album of classical […]

Here’s Where to Buy Affordable Tickets to XG’s 2026 WORLD TOUR: THE CORE Online

All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Japanese vocal group XG, otherwise known as Xtraordinary Genes, is going to embark on the North American leg of THE CORE […]