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Female Agents Have Come a Long Way, But There’s Still Progress to Be Made: ‘We Have to Continue to Fight for Each Other’

Agents Jenna Adler of CAA, Marsha Vlasic of Independent Artist Group, Sara Williams of WME and Elisa Vazzana of UTA took part in a conversation about the current challenges and trends in touring — and what it’s like being a female agent in 2025 — at the Billboard Live Music Summit on Monday (Nov. 3) in West Hollywood, California. Related What’s […]

Australia’s Strummingbird Festival Blends U.S. & Local Acts in National Debut

A new entrant to Australia’s live music market has officially landed, with the inaugural edition of Strummingbird, a touring country music festival presented by Live Nation and Kicks Entertainment, drawing tens of thousands across three cities over two weekends. Held in the Sunshine Coast (Oct. 25), Newcastle (Nov. 1), and Perth (Nov. 2), the multi-date, […]

What’s the Future of the Concert Kiss Cam? Giving Fans Control of It

What’s the future of the kiss cam at concerts? Nick Groff, manager of German electronic producer Bunt., offered some insight when he took the stage at the Billboard Live Music Summit on Monday (Nov. 3) in West Hollywood, California. Related Usher Reflects on How His ‘Study’ of Music’s ‘Legends’ Helped Make Him One at Billboard […]

Warped Tour Founder & Vets Explain What Makes the Traveling Fest So Special: ‘It Was the Best Summer Camp on the Planet’

When Warped Tour kicked off in 1995, we’re guessing founder Kevin Lyman didn’t have any idea he’d be mounting a 30th-anniversary edition of his traveling rock fest in 2025 — or that he’d be named Billboard‘s 2025 Visionary at Monday’s (Nov. 3) Billboard Live Music Summit for all the ways he’s helped revolutionize the industry. […]