Industry May 27, 2026
States Seek Ticketmaster Sale and Venue Divestiture from Live Nation
The US states that successfully pursued that big antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation have filed a wishlist of sanctions they now want the judge to impose. It includes forcing a sale of Ticketmaster
Originally published by
Complete Music Update
Following a successful antitrust lawsuit, several US states have submitted a list of desired sanctions against Live Nation. Key demands include forcing the company to sell Ticketmaster and divest a number of its amphitheater venues.
Live Nation has responded to these demands, characterizing them as "performative and political" actions by the states. The court will consider these sanctions as part of the ongoing legal proceedings. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.