Z2 Entertainment Goes With Tixr For Colorado Venues, Including Boulder and Fox Theaters (Exclusive)
Z2 Entertainment has signed a ticketing partnership with Tixr that will cover its Colorado venues, notably the 625‑seat Fox Theater and the 1,150‑seat Boulder Theater. The agreement, effective April 26, gives Z2 access to Tixr’s reserved‑seating, resale, upgrade and refund‑to‑credit tools, plus integration with the Prism talent‑booking system. Z2, which hosts more than 700 events and sells roughly 225,000 tickets each year, joins a growing roster of live‑music promoters using Tixr. The deal underscores Tixr’s push into key regional markets.
Cindy Mabe Launches Joan Of Arc Music In Nashville
Cindy Mabe, a veteran country‑music executive, announced the launch of Joan of Arc Music, a Nashville‑based entertainment company dedicated to preserving the genre’s legacy while driving future growth. The firm operates through four integrated pillars—Entertainment, Studio, Ventures, and a Preservation...
Lil Uzi Vert, Skrillex, Playboi Carti Headlining 2026 Summer Smash Near Chicago
The Summer Smash festival near Chicago announced its 2026 lineup, headlined by Lil Uzi Vert, Skrillex and Playboi Carti. The three‑day event runs June 12‑14 at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, with tickets starting at $399 across GA, GA+, VIP and...
This Week’s Top Tours: Rüfüs Du Sol Jumps To No. 1 On LIVE75 With South American Ticket Sales
Australian EDM trio Rüfüs Du Sol vaulted to the No. 1 spot on Pollstar’s LIVE75 chart after a blockbuster South American leg of their Inhale / Exhale World Tour. The three most recent shows in Argentina, Chile and Brazil sold 50,043 tickets, averaging 16,681...
Ticketmaster, Seated Announce Partnership
Ticketmaster and Seated announced a partnership that converts artists’ official waitlists into a direct ticket‑distribution channel. Seated’s identity‑verification technology will capture fan demand, while Ticketmaster’s infrastructure fulfills any newly released tickets. Fans who sign up on a Seated waitlist are...
Oak View Group Appoints Shazmah Hakim As Chief Legal Officer
Oak View Group (OVG) announced Shazmah Hakim as its new Chief Legal Officer, based in Denver and reporting to CEO Chris Granger. Hakim joins from Remington Lodging and Hospitality after more than 25 years of global legal work in real...
Blackstreet To Kick Off Summer Run With ‘Global Pass’: 3 Shows In 3 Days Across 3 Continents
R&B legends Blackstreet announced a three‑day "Global Pass" kickoff, performing in Casablanca, Morocco on June 18, London’s O2 Arena on June 19 alongside TLC and Jodeci, and Dallas‑Fort Worth’s Freedom Vibes Juneteenth Festival on June 20. The rapid‑fire run spans three continents and...
Miami Band The Goods Reuniting For One Night Only At Mandelstam Theater
Miami’s iconic rock quartet The Goods will take the stage for the first time since disbanding in 1999, delivering a one‑night‑only performance at South Miami’s Mandelstam Theater on April 25. The show celebrates the debut of their new documentary, “Love...
Live Nation Trial Heads To Jury; What Comes Next?
A federal jury in Los Angeles will decide the Live Nation antitrust case after a month‑long trial that began in early 2026. Judge Arun Subramanian trimmed the original complaint, leaving only state claims over major‑venue ticketing monopolization and a tying...
FTC Orders StubHub To Pay $10M
The Federal Trade Commission has ordered StubHub to pay a $10 million civil penalty for violating the agency’s all‑in pricing rule. The FTC alleges StubHub failed to show the total ticket price—including mandatory fees—on the first three pricing displays on its...
Sam Barber Extends ‘The American Route Tour’ Through December
Sam Barber has extended his "American Route Tour" through December, adding high‑profile stops such as Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado, the Masonic Temple Theatre in Detroit, and a rooftop venue at Pier 17 in New York. The expansion follows the April...
Agency Intel: How CAA’s Matt Galle And Mike Marquis Helped T-Pain Find New Audiences, One Festival At A Time
Creative Artists Agency’s Matt Galle and Mike Marquis have turned T‑Pain from a one‑off festival act into a headline‑touring powerhouse. By staging a step‑by‑step progression—from 500‑seat clubs in 2017 to sold‑out 5,000‑seat rooms, then to Red Rocks Amphitheatre’s 37,100 tickets...
Noah Kahan Goes Global On ‘The Great Divide Tour’
Grammy‑winning singer‑songwriter Noah Kahan is extending "The Great Divide Tour" beyond North America to include arena dates across Australia, New Zealand, and Europe. The international leg kicks off with back‑to‑back shows in Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena on September 25‑26 and...
Mohegan Names Joe Soper VP, Sports & Entertainment
Mohegan Gaming and Entertainment has appointed tribal council member Joe Soper as vice president of Sports & Entertainment. Soper will direct strategy and programming for Mohegan Sun’s arena and its sister venues in Pennsylvania and Ontario. The move follows the...
Parcels Announces North American Tour
Australian‑born, Berlin‑based indie pop group Parcels announced a 2026 North American tour extending the previous arena run for their September‑released album LOVED. The itinerary starts in Mexico in June, moves to iconic U.S. venues such as Pappy & Harriet’s and...
With Sebastian Bach On The Mic, Twisted Sister Announces New Tour Dates
Twisted Sister has announced the first leg of its 2026 reunion tour, celebrating the band’s 50th anniversary, with former Skid Row frontman Sebastian Bach stepping in as lead vocalist after Dee Snider’s departure. The initial four shows will take place...
Janelle Monáe Signs With UTA For Global Representation In All Areas
United Talent Agency (UTA) has signed multihyphenate star Janelle Monáe for global representation across touring, media, film, television, brand partnerships and more. The partnership gives UTA access to Monáe’s Wondaland ecosystem, which includes a record label, production company and a first‑look...
First Country Splash Comes Ashore In Cabo San Lucas With Riley Green, Jon Pardi, Tucker Wetmore And DIPLO
Country Splash, the first beach‑side country music festival in Cabo San Lucas, will debut September 4‑6 over Labor Day weekend. Headliners include Riley Green, Jon Pardi, Tucker Wetmore and electronic act DIPLO, offering a mix of country and crossover performances. The event is anchored...
Study Shows Economic Impact Of Movistar Arena Madrid
A new OJD economic impact study shows Movistar Arena contributes €577 million ($667 million) to Madrid’s GDP each year. The venue hosted 381 events in 2025, drawing 2.1 million attendees and ranking second globally among arenas. It directly and indirectly sustains 13,661 jobs,...
Alanis Morissette To Headline Wells Fargo Autograph Card Exclusives Concert
Alanis Morissette will headline an exclusive Wells Fargo Autograph Card concert on May 29, 2025 at Houston’s 1,100‑seat White Oak Music Hall. Tickets are reserved for Autograph cardholders, with a sale opening at 10 a.m. CT on April 9. The Autograph Card Exclusives series, launched...
Young Miko Announces 31-Date ‘Late Checkout Tour’
Puerto Rican rapper‑singer Young Miko unveiled a 31‑date "Late Checkout Tour" spanning 11 countries, launching at Denmark's Roskilde Festival on July 3 and concluding at New York's Barclays Center on Nov 5. The Live Nation‑promoted run mixes European festivals with a North...
Peso Pluma Has Top Debut On Live75; Eagles, Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny All Repeat At No. 1
Mexican star Peso Pluma entered the Live75 chart at No. 5 after selling 178,259 tickets across 14 sold‑out shows on his North American "Dinastía" tour. The tour, which runs through May 9, features 36 U.S. dates and will close with a...
Expansive, Ferocious & Daring: The Best Of Miles Davis Live
The 2026 centennial celebration of Miles Davis spotlights his live legacy, especially the newly reissued 10‑LP/8‑CD set of The Complete Live at the Plugged Nickel 1965. The collection captures seven and a half hours of the trumpeter’s second classic quintet...
PARTYNEXTDOOR Headlining Inaugural TouchGrass Music Festival In Orlando
The inaugural TouchGrass Music Festival will debut in Orlando on October 3, featuring a lineup anchored by PARTYNEXTDOOR and a mix of emerging hip‑hop and R&B acts. Produced by the creator collective TouchGrass TV, the event blends live music with gaming,...
Syd Taylor Announces June Headline Dates
Detroit‑born, Los Angeles‑based singer‑songwriter Syd Taylor announced a ten‑day headline tour running from June 9 in San Francisco to June 19 in Toronto. The dates follow a successful stint supporting Goldie Boutilier at high‑profile venues across the U.S. and Canada. Taylor will showcase material...
Knitting Factory Entertainment and The Finn Group Partner To Operate Baltimore’s Pier Six Pavilion
Knitting Factory Entertainment has partnered with Baltimore‑based Finn Group to jointly operate the city‑owned Pier Six Pavilion, a 4,600‑seat waterfront amphitheater. The agreement places veteran talent buyer Peter J. Manning in charge of bookings, leveraging his two decades of experience...
Henry Morris Signs With Azoff’s Giant Music Label, Releases New Single Ahead Of Fall Touring
Los Angeles‑based indie singer‑songwriter Henry Morris has signed to Giant Music, the Azoff‑founded independent label, and released his new single “Good Girls Go TO Heaven.” The 25‑year‑old, managed by Rob Cavallo, will hit the road this fall supporting Artemas on...
Exclusive: ATG Entertainment Launches ATG Live, A Concert, Comedy & Events Divsion Led By SVP Erik Newson
ATG Entertainment announced the launch of ATG Live, a new division dedicated to concerts, comedy and other single‑night events, led by senior vice president Erik Newson. The company already programs 72 venues and produces more than 500 live shows a...
Gorillaz Receive Plaque For 10th Show At Motorpoint Arena Nottingham, UK
Gorillaz marked a milestone on March 28 by receiving a Golden Arrow plaque for their tenth performance at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena, a venue that seats roughly 12,000. The show sold 8,772 tickets and generated about $1.05 million in gross revenue, contributing...
‘The World Comes To Our Doorstep’: Sziget Launches Stage For Hungarian Artists
Sziget Festival is adding a dedicated Budapest Park Stage for Hungarian talent, sponsored by Johnny Walker, during its Aug. 11‑15, 2026 run on Budapest’s Island of Freedom. The stage will host four to five local acts each day, featuring artists such as...
Creative Artists Agency Hires Agent Devin Landau
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) has hired Devin Landau, a former founding partner of TBA Agency, to strengthen its Global Touring division from Los Angeles. Landau brings deep expertise in the Latin music market and experience expanding into Europe, having built...
Turnstile, Death Cab For Cutie Top Bumbershoot
Seattle’s Bumbershoot festival returns Sep. 5‑6, 2026, with hardcore band Turnstile headlining Saturday and indie‑rock stalwarts Death Cab for Cutie closing Sunday. The two‑day event features a genre‑spanning roster that includes Japanese Breakfast, Bikini Kill, De La Soul, and a 10th‑anniversary set by Noname. Visual art installations...
The 46th Festival International De Jazz De Montréal Announces Lineup
The Festival International de Jazz de Montréal announced its 2026 lineup, featuring over 350 concerts with roughly two‑thirds offered free from June 25 to July 4. Highlights include centennial tributes to Miles Davis, John Coltrane and Tony Bennett alongside headliners such as Patrick...
Puerto Rican Star Farruko Signs Co-Management Deal With WK Entertainment, Massivo Entertainment
Puerto Rican Latin star Farruko has entered a 360 co‑management agreement with Walter Kolm Entertainment (WK) and Massivo Entertainment, pairing longtime collaborator Oscar Paniagua with new partner Walter Kolm. The deal gives the artist unified oversight of touring, branding, publishing...
NITO Calls On Ticketers To Share Buyer Data With Artists (Guest Post)
The National Independent Talent Organization (NITO) is urging venues, promoters and ticketing firms to share ticket‑buyer data with artists. It argues that responsible data sharing can cut marketing waste, improve tour routing and deepen fan relationships. NITO cites the recent...
Eric Clapton Crossroads Guitar Festival: Joe Bonamassa, Trey Anastasio, Gary Clark Jr., Billy Gibbons, Pete Townshend & Many More At...
Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival returns to Austin’s Moody Center on September 26‑27, 2026, marking the event’s seventh edition and the 28th anniversary of the Crossroads Centre Antigua addiction‑recovery program. The two‑day lineup blends returning legends like Joe Bonamassa, Gary...
The Wiggles Add Dates To North American Tree Of Wisdom Summer Tour
The Wiggles have expanded their North American "Tree Of Wisdom" summer tour with four new August shows in New York, Philadelphia, Hershey and Charlotte, joining existing dates from Florida to Canada. The added venues—Beacon Theatre, Miller Theatre, Hershey Theatre and...
Venu Holding Corp. Adds Sarah Rothschild As SVP, Strategic Finance and Investor Relations
VENU Holding Corp. has appointed Sarah Rothschild as Senior Vice President of Strategic Finance and Investor Relations. Rothschild, a capital‑markets veteran from Madison Square Garden Entertainment, Sphere Entertainment and PwC, will oversee investor relations, treasury, capital formation and financial communications....
Exclusive: Iconic Latin Rockers Ratones Paranoicos To Play Two US Shows This Summer
Iconic Argentine rock group Ratones Paranoicos announced two U.S. concerts this summer, performing June 24 in Irving, Texas, and July 1 in Hollywood, Florida. Ticket presales begin March 31 for Citi cardmembers, with general sales opening April 3 via LiveNation. The shows are part...
Young The Giant Announces Summer 2026 Victory Garden Tour
American indie‑rock band Young the Giant announced its 2026 Victory Garden Tour, supporting their first full‑length album in over four years. The summer North American trek will feature Cold War Kids, who will perform their entire 2006 debut Robbers &...
Tommas Arnby, Kirk M. Sommer Among Winners At The 2026 Musexpo & A&R Worldwide Awards Gala
At Musexpo’s 26th edition in Burbank, California, the International Music Industry Awards recognized top leaders shaping the global music landscape. Kirk M. Sommer of WME was named International Music Person of the Year, while Tommas Arnby, founder of Locomotion Music...
George Clinton To Headline Essence Festival of Culture
George Clinton, the 84‑year‑old Godfather of Funk, will close the Essence Festival of Culture on July 5 in New Orleans, reviving his iconic Mothership stage show. A technologically advanced replica of the original 1976 Mothership, built at Nashville’s Rock Lititz campus, will debut...
NBA Thunder And Continental Resources Announce 15-Year Naming Rights Agreement For New OKC Arena
NBA's Oklahoma City Thunder and oil producer Continental Resources have signed a 15‑year naming‑rights agreement for the new downtown arena, to be called Continental Coliseum. Construction is nearing completion with a target opening in late summer 2028, featuring an 18,000‑seat...
Dermot Kennedy Maps Out 2026 North American Tour
Irish singer‑songwriter Dermot Kennedy announced a 32‑date North American tour running from Sept. 4 to Oct. 29, 2026, after completing a European and U.K. leg. The tour, promoted by Live Nation, will hit major amphitheaters and historic venues across the United States...
Foreigner Adds Dates To 50th Anniversary Tour
Foreigner has expanded its 50th‑anniversary tour, adding new U.S. stops in Albuquerque, El Paso, Scottsdale and Reno, bringing the itinerary to over 90 shows through 2027. The celebration already includes acoustic shows in Colorado, a Las Vegas orchestral residency, a spring Florida...
Alejandro Aranda Announces ‘Hondo World Tour’
Alejandro Aranda, the former "Scarypoolparty" and American Idol runner‑up, announced his "Hondo World Tour" covering more than 30 North American cities from June 4 to August 7. The itinerary includes major markets such as Chicago, New York, Toronto, Los Angeles and Seattle,...
Anuel AA, Junior H, Ozuna, John Summit Headlining 2026 Baja Beach Fest
Baja Beach Fest returns to Rosarito’s shoreline from August 7‑9, 2026, featuring Latin superstars Anuel AA, Junior H, Ozuna and EDM headliner John Summit. The three‑day event also showcases Yandel’s symphonic reggaeton set, Sean Paul and a roster of rising artists. Festival passes...
Pixies Announce September U.S. Run
Pixies announced seven additional U.S. concert dates for September 2026, complementing their Borderland Music Festival slot in New York. The shows support the band’s October 2025 album *The Night The Zombies Came*, which critics have praised as a standout post‑reunion release. The...
Sea.Hear.Now Topped By Mumford & Sons, The Strokes Sept. 19-20 In Asbury Park
Sea.Hear.Now, C3 Presents’ boutique music festival, will take place September 19‑20 on Asbury Park’s North Beach and Bradley Park. The two‑day lineup is anchored by Mumford & Sons and The Strokes, with more than 25 acts including The Offspring, Goo...
Mon Laferte Bringing ‘Femme Fatale Tour’ To US & Canada
Acclaimed Chilean‑Mexican singer Mon Laferte announced a 28‑date Femme Fatale Tour across the United States and Canada, running from July 24 to November 7, 2026. The Live Nation‑promoted trek hits major venues such as Radio City Music Hall, SAP Center...