Music fans across Britain have been priced out of attending live music gigs, according to recent research from data and analytics group, YouGov. Research from YouGov showed that more than half of Britons also strongly opposed dynamic pricing when it comes to purchasing tickets. The survey demonstrated that 71% were against the idea, including 52% …
Victoria’s live music sector to receive funding boost
Victoria’s live music industry will receive a new A$8m (£4.6m/$5.6m/€5.4m) boost from the government as part of the Live Music Restart Program – Festivals and Events funding initiative. The program supports the cost of planning and delivering an established music festival or a series of events that will attract crowds of more than 3,000 people. …
Up to 40% no-shows for gigs
As many as 40% of ticket holders are not turning up to gigs, including shows that have been sold out for months. While there always was a percentage of ticket holders that did not turn up to events, it has rocketed as the year has progressed. Graeme Stewart, an artist manager, told the Guardian: …