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Fatboy Slim reveals he’s “never been paid” to play Glastonbury – and has performed there over 100 times

“It’s the most fun, forward-thinking, beautiful human experience of alternative culture”

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Sony-backed blockchain Soneium partners with K-pop company DayOneDream to tokenize artist IP

The agency behind BTOB and Lee Chae Yeon will put concert and content IP onchain via its WAVIST platform, which has until now run on rival chain Story. Source

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Ed Sheeran Concert Faces Potential Cancellation Due to Weather and Support Acts

Ed Sheeran is due back on stage later today at the stadium owned by billionaire Robert Kraft, who forced the axing of Macklemore from the show. However, stormy weather might cause a cancellation, plus

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Oasis Ticket Resale Prices Soar Amidst UK Government Inaction

Touts were selling tickets for next year’s Oasis shows at nearly £3000 a piece on Friday, even though the band say touted tickets are “liable to be cancelled”. The UK government has promised to ban fo

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Roskilde Festival 2027 Lineup Announced

The 55th instalment of the Danish non-profit event will take place from June 26 next year

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The Slow Country's Alt-Folk Style

Split between Manchester and London, the seven-piece are carving out a reputation as a formidable live band whose infectious energy makes it impossible to leave their gigs without a smile on your face

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Enter Shikari Announce Warm-Up Shows

The two UK gigs mark their first live shows since May, and come on the heels of their biggest ever UK and European arena tour

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Robbie Williams Surprises Buenos Aires Fans With Impromptu Street Concert Ahead of First Argentina Shows in 20 Years

The surprise performance comes days after Williams pulled a similar stunt for fans in Peru. Robbie Williams Surprises Buenos Aires Fans With Impromptu Street Concert Ahead of First Argentina Shows in 20 Years Pedro Camacho

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Enter Shikari announce intimate warm up shows for October

The two UK gigs mark their first live shows since May, and come on the heels of their biggest ever UK and European arena tour

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Stormy weather threatens Ed Sheeran concert; support acts withdraw.

Ed Sheeran is due back on stage later today at the stadium owned by billionaire Robert Kraft, who forced the axing of Macklemore from the show. However, stormy weather might cause a cancellation, plus

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Oasis ticket resale prices soar amid government's delayed touting ban.

Touts were selling tickets for next year’s Oasis shows at nearly £3000 a piece on Friday, even though the band say touted tickets are “liable to be cancelled”. The UK government has promised to ban fo

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Live Nation announces Nashville venue 'The Truth' opening October 1.

Live Nation first unveiled The Truth in October 2025 Source

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The Slow Country’s wholesome alt-folk is a good time, guaranteed

Split between Manchester and London, the seven-piece are carving out a reputation as a formidable live band whose infectious energy makes it impossible to leave their gigs without a smile on your face

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Roskilde Festival 2027: Tame Impala, Caroline Polachek and Patti Smith Quartet lead first wave of acts

The 55th instalment of the Danish non-profit event will take place from June 26 next year

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Monsieur Periné Announce Split Weeks After Latest Latin Grammy Nomination: “We Need This Space”

The Colombian group will wrap their current tour before stepping away after nearly 20 years together. Monsieur Periné Announce Split Weeks After Latest Latin Grammy Nomination: “We Need This Space” Pedro Camacho

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Ed Sheeran Show Faces Potential Cancellation Due to Weather; Refunds Offered

Ed Sheeran is due back on stage later today at the stadium owned by billionaire Robert Kraft, who forced the axing of Macklemore from the show. However, stormy weather might cause a cancellation, plus

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Oasis Ticket Touting Raises Questions About Government Ban Timeline

Touts were selling tickets for next year’s Oasis shows at nearly £3000 a piece on Friday, even though the band say touted tickets are “liable to be cancelled”. The UK government has promised to ban fo

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Live Nation to open Nashville venue 'The Truth' on October 1

Live Nation first unveiled The Truth in October 2025 Source

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AFEM LinkedIn Live: Your Back Catalogue Is an Asset. Are You Treating It Like One?

Join AFEM for a practical conversation on how electronic music catalogues are valued, the groundwork required before speaking to investors, and what rights holders can do now to build long-term value.

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Members Voices: Frances Shillito – Zero Tolerance Is Not A Safeguarding Strategy

Frances Shillito spent her career in artist management and venue relations. She now trains the music industry in safeguarding, and she argues the appetite for change has finally outpaced the infrastru