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Mixmag

Industry · Antitrust·4 min read

UK politicians want a new Live Nation antitrust probe. Every working band should pay attention.

Cross-party MPs say the events giant controls 66% of UK ticket sales and has built a 'climate of fear.' The U.S. is usually a step behind.

Live For Live Music

Touring · Florida·4 min read

Billy Strings sold out three nights in St. Augustine. Florida bluegrass is loud again.

Kerrang!

Touring · Economics·4 min read

Knocked Loose to play their own UK shows around the Metallica nights

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Op-ed · The math

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business·May 8

The math of touring as a four-piece in 2026

Here's what a 14-day southeast run actually nets after fuel, lodging, food, and the agency cut. It's not pretty, but it's workable.

Touring · Central FL

The Bandstand

touring·Apr 30

Why central Florida is becoming a real touring stop

Five years ago you skipped it. Now the routing makes sense. Here's what changed.