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d4vd Announces “My House Is Not A Home” North American & European Summer Headlining Tour

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d4vd Announces “My House Is Not A Home” North American & European Summer Headlining Tour

Today, 18-year-old visionary artist d4vd announces his summer headline My House is Not a Home Tour, where he will be playing his largest venues to date. The run will begin in Toronto on June 5th and make stops in major international markets including New York, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and more, before wrapping in Chicago for a newly announced set at Lollapalooza. In addition to these the summer run of dates, d4vd will also be gracing the stages at previously announced festivals including Governor’s Ball, Bonnaroo, and Boston Calling. The singer-songwriter announces the tour fresh off the heels of an electrifying surprise set in his hometown of Houston at White Oak Music Hall last night – which sold out minutes upon announcement.

Artist presales begin tomorrow, March 20th, and general onsale begins this Friday, March 22nd at 10AM local time. See the full list of tour dates below, and visit https://www.d4vd.io/tour/ for tickets and additional information.

Earlier this month, d4vd released his latest single “My House Is Not A Home,” a poignant, alternative ballad of loneliness—a story of leaving home, moving to Los Angeles, and a strained relationship finally falling apart. It showcases his writerly eye for detail, with some of his most personal and vivid lyrics yet, and also his remarkable vocal range; he climbs to the very top of his register, singing in a falsetto that stops the listener in their tracks. The accompanying music video, directed by close collaborator Raheem Powell (@RAHEEMISBLIND), sees d4vd leaving the past behind as he strolls through a worn-in yet empty house, haunted by childhood trinkets & photographs that seemingly once teemed with life and joy. Stream/download the track HERE and watch the accompanying music video HERE. Watch d4vd’s recent VEVO live performance of the track HERE.

Previously, d4vd released his two-pack single“Withering” which included new songs “Leave Her” and “2016.” Both tracks saw d4vd lean into his pop-rock sensibilities, and upon release received acclaim from the likes of Hypebeast, BET, UPROXX, and many more – watch his performance video of “Leave Her” HERE.

d4vd kicked off 2024 following a monumental year that saw him soar to new heights. His career-defining single “Romantic Homicide” – which resonated with millions worldwide upon release in July 2022 and has since surpassed 1 billion streams across platforms – peaked at #33 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and is part of d4vd’s debut Petals To Thorns EP which debuted at #1 on Billboard Heatseakers albums (currently spending its 40th week on the chart). He also performed the song on  Jimmy Kimmy Live! marking his late night television debut – watch the performance HERE. d4vd also joined SZA on the fall leg of her SOS Tour and performed at some of the hottest festivals including Austin City Limits, Tyler The Creator’s Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival, and more.

Just over a year ago, d4vd began making music on the app BandLab after multiple copyright strikes on his popular Fortnite YouTube channel. He has since released two successful EPs (Petals to Thorns & The Lost Petals), sold-out two headlining tours, and performed during the entirety of the Valentino Men’s SS24 Fashion Week show in Milan. His efforts were recognized as part of Billboard’s 21 under 21 and Variety’s Young Hollywood Impact Report lists, and he received a Streamy Award Nomination for “Here With Me” in the “Rolling Stone Sound of the Year” category.

d4vd, born David Burke, emerged as a visionary artist only one year after he began writing and recording heart-piercing tracks alone in his sister’s closet in Houston, Texas. d4vd developed his eclectic taste in rap and indie music from internet wormholes and fan-made Fortnite videos on YouTube, which he also started creating as a homeschooled teenager. As an avid player who has amassed over fifty thousand subscribers on his gaming channel, he noticed that the songs in his game montages were getting copyright strikes, and his mother suggested that he write original music as a solution. This motivated d4vd to start recording his own tracks after discovering an easy-to-use music-making app called BandLab. He’s released a smattering of singles touching everything from indie-alternative to pop to R&B, and the 18-year-old scored a breakout hit in the summer of 2022 with the now RIAA Multi-Platinum certified melancholic indie rock song “Romantic Homicide.” Recorded entirely on an iPhone, the track reached No. 34 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and led to d4vd signing to Darkroom/Interscope before graduating high school. His slow-building beachy ballad, “Here With Me” followed, breaking into the Billboard Hot 100 in January 2023 and now RIAA Platinum Certified. d4vd’s debut EP Petals To Thorns established him as a genre-defying newcomer and one of the best new emerging acts, corroborated by his recent Billboard 21 Under 21 and Variety Young Hollywood honors. His intuitive command of lyricism stems from his years of scribbling raps and poems in his journal since childhood and his versatile interests shine in his music, drawing primarily from manga and anime. Following on the heels of his spring headline ‘The Root of it All’ debut tour, which sold out immediately upon going on sale, and a successful run of sold-out European tour dates, d4vd brought his ‘Petals To Thorns’ tour to larger stages in the US than ever before. Amid his European run, d4vd put on a show-stopping performance at the Valentino Men’s SS24 Fashion Week show in Milan. He recently followed up his debut EP with The Lost Petals EP – a collection of five songs that fit into the world of Petals To Thorns and serve as a continuation of that project before d4vd moves into his next phase of music. d4vd recently joined R&B powerhouse SZA on the second leg of her North American S.O.S. tour.

UPCOMING TOUR DATES

Saturday, May 25: Boston, MA – Boston Calling Music Festival
Wednesday, June 5: Toronto, ON – The Danforth Music Hall
Friday, June 7: Philadelphia, PA – Theatre of Living Arts
Saturday, June 8: Queens, NY – The Governors Ball Music Festival 2024
Wednesday, June 12: Washington, DC – 9:30 Club
Friday, June 14: Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theatre
Saturday, June 15: Manchester, TN – Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival
Tuesday, June 18: Austin, TX – Emo’s Austin
Wednesday, June 19: Dallas, TX – Southside Music Hall
Friday, June 21: Denver, CO – Ogden Theatre
Saturday, June 22: Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot
Tuesday, June 25: San Francisco, CA – Regency Ballroom
Thursday, June 27: Los Angeles, CA – The Fonda Theatre
Friday, June 28: Los Angeles, CA – The Fonda Theatre
Sunday, July 7: London, UK – KOKO
Tuesday, July 9: Dublin, IE – The Academy
Wednesday, July 10: Manchester, UK – Academy 2
Thursday, July 11: Paris, FR – Le Trabendo
Saturday, July 13: Cologne, DE – GLORIA
Sunday, July 14: Amsterdam, NL – Melkweg
Tuesday, July 16: Berlin, DE – Metropol
Thursday, August 1 – Sunday, August 4: Chicago, IL – Lollapalooza Festival

 

How to Pick the Perfect Instrument for Your Child

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By Mitch Rice

As a parent, it is natural to want to encourage your child to be their best and reach their full potential in life. From supporting their play, health and well-being to nurturing their passions and talents, providing them with the opportunities and resources they need to flourish in life is something every parent aspires to offer their child.

One way parents can spark the interest and imagination of their children is by encouraging them to learn a musical instrument. Not only can this teach them valuable skills such as discipline, dedication, and self-expression, but can also instill them with a love of music. If you would like to help your child pick out the perfect musical instrument for them, this article has outlined some tips that can guide you in this endeavor.

Consider Their Interests

When choosing an instrument for your child it is beneficial to consider their interests first. This will greatly increase the chances of them enjoying their learning experience and willingly putting in the time and effort required to succeed.

Begin by asking your child if there is an instrument they are drawn to. Perhaps they enjoy listening to a particular artist or type of music or have expressed an interest in learning a certain instrument. By considering your child’s musical interests you can help guide them toward an instrument that they feel inspired and motivated to learn, allowing for a more enriching and rewarding musical journey.

Consider Their Personality

Your child’s personality is another important factor to consider when looking for the right instrument. Finding one that plays to your child’s natural strengths and styles of learning can enhance their enjoyment and provide them with an outlet that allows them to express this side of their personality.

Take into account your child’s temperament and energy levels. Are they outgoing and boisterous or more reserved and introspective? A child with an abundance of energy and enthusiasm may enjoy the physical demands needed to play the drums, while a more contemplative and quieter child may prefer the softer sounds of a flute or the gentle keys of a piano. You can find more information on piano lessons by visiting South Shore Piano School.

Consider the Cost

It is also important to factor in the cost involved in picking an instrument for your child. Certain instruments have higher upfront costs such as pianos, cellos, and saxophones while others like recorders, keyboards, and ukuleles are generally less expensive.

Despite the cost of the instrument, you can always find ways to make learning it accessible as well as affordable.  For example, your child’s school may offer music education where they make a specific instrument freely available or offer it for a small fee. This will typically involve music lessons too which can further reduce your costs.

Another option to explore is instrument rental. This can be beneficial when your child wishes to explore playing a particular instrument without you having to commit to purchasing it outright. This option will also save you from having to incur any repair or maintenance costs needed to keep the instrument in good working order.

Taking these points into consideration can help you guide your child toward the right musical instrument for them, supporting them in their musical enjoyment and explorations.

Data and information are provided for informational purposes only, and are not intended for investment or other purposes.

Casino tournaments, everything you need to know about it

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By Mitch Rice

Recently, in order to retain their players and attract new visitors, casinos have been inventing more and more promotions that can interest experienced players and diversify their stay on the website. In addition, online gaming platforms offer to assess your level in this way and just have fun taking part in friendly competitions with other players. This is how tournaments appeared, which quickly gained their popularity due to the huge number of positive aspects.

What do you know about tournaments

Tournaments are quite common, online casinos around the world offer this option to their players. Tournaments are presented in almost all popular casinos, such as Justcasino Canada. There are many types of tournaments, each of which has its own rules, conditions, duration and different allowed games. However, whatever tournament you want to participate in, be sure that you will get a completely new feeling compared to the experience of playing in an online casino before. You will also get the opportunity to interact with other players from the comfort of your room. Moreover, online casino tournaments are an opportunity to increase your winnings for real money. However, the risks of losses are also present. For online casinos, this is a way to motivate players to place bets, as well as various bonuses and promotions.

Advantages of participating in online casino tournaments:

Besides the fact that participating in tournaments is fun and interesting, there are other reasons to take a closer look at playing in the tournament if you are still in doubt. Tournaments have many advantages that can increase the chance of getting a bigger win or bring other benefits.

  • Unlike the usual game mode, such as slots, in the tournament you have the opportunity to win part of the big jackpot.
  • You can also compete with real players around the world and improve your skills, tactics and strategy. Moreover, you can learn from other people’s experience and test their game strategies for yourself, as many professional poker players participate in these tournaments. Tournaments provide not only an opportunity to play against the best, but also to learn from them.
  • You have the opportunity to make a big profit with fewer investments. Yes, there are entry fees in tournaments, but as a rule they are very small and almost always fixed. But in a regular casino game, you always need to place a bet for a certain amount before you can play.

How can I participate in online casino tournaments?

In order to participate in the tournament at most online casinos, you will most likely be required to pay a fixed entry fee. This fee is never too large, so you don’t have to worry. In some casinos, participation is also carried out by opening a real money account. Only after that, players who are necessarily registered on the site can start competing with each other for real money in various available games. Some online casino tournaments are specifically designed for loyal or VIP players who regularly make large deposits or simply use the site for a long time and regularly. Now we will look at all the existing types of tournaments.

What do you need to know about their differences?

Let’s have a look on another type of tournament that is open to all players who are registered in an online casino. More often, these are just regular tournaments that are held all the time. Such tournaments never require an entrance fee, but they offer only one type of slot, but there are exceptions.

Frequently in tournaments where an entry fee is required, the date, time and duration of the competition are planned and determined in advance. Online casino tournaments of this type can be designed for both experienced players and those who have just started playing.

There is also a type of tournaments when online casinos organize tournaments for their most popular games in order to attract new customers, such tournaments are held quite regularly, they are free and available to everyone.

Don’t be afraid to try yourself in different types of tournaments and explore new opportunities that the casino offers, perhaps that’s where your biggest winnings are waiting for you.

Roger Daltrey Announces 2024 North American Solo Tour

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Roger Daltrey Announces 2024 North American Solo Tour

Roger Daltrey has announced a North American solo tour for this June. Building on a previously announced May 6 engagement at San Diego, this run will bring the legendary frontman for The Who to nine further engagements in the Southeast, Northeast, Midwest and Canada between June 12 – 29. With support from an electric and acoustic band, Daltrey’s appearances have been hand-picked for intimate presentations of his classics and rarities, interspersed with live audience talk-back.

Daltrey’s summer run will begin with his only West Coast show of the year on May 6, which will present the artist onstage at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park in San Diego a month before the official outset of his new tour. By June 12, Daltrey will fly to the Southeast to perform at Vienna, Va.’s vaunted Wolf Trap – Filene Center, followed by a trip across the northern border to Niagra Falls, Ontario for a June 14 set at OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino. Next, the artist will move on to the Northeast for a four-show sprint, highlighted by a June 18 engagement at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, NY and a June 20 presentation at Boston’s Leader Band Pavilion. Finally, on June 25, Daltrey will take Detroit for the first in a final three-night Midwest run, culminating with a June 29 performance at Highland Park, Ill.’s The Pavilion at Ravinia.

Daltrey’s performance will feature support from a nine-piece ensemble assembled by the icon, composed of Simon Townshend and Doug Boyle on guitar, Billy Nicholls on mandolin, John Hogg on bass, Katie Jacoby on violin, Geraint Watkins on keyboard and accordion, Steve Weston on harmonica and drummer Scott Devours, with additional percussion from Jody Linscott. These performances will also feature support from special guest singer-songwriters KT Tunstall and Dan Bern. Between songs, the bandleader will share stories from his six decades of performance and answer questions posed by the audience.

A Live Nation presale for Daltrey’s exclusive summer series will open on Thursday, March 21 at 10 a.m. local time with code KEY. General on-sale will follow on Friday at 10 a.m. local time. For more information, visit thewho.com/tour.

Roger Daltrey North American Solo Tour 2024
May 6 – The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park – San Diego
June 12 – Wolf Trap – Filene Center – Vienna, Va.
June 14 – OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino – Niagara Falls, Ontario
June 16 – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts – Bethel, N.Y.
June 18 – The Capitol Theatre – Port Chester, N.Y.
June 20 – Boston – Leader Bank Pavilion
June 22 – Tanglewood – The Koussevitzky Music Shed – Lenox, Mass.
June 25 – Meadow Brook Amphitheatre – Detroit
June 27– Murat Theatre at Old National Centre – Indianapolis
June 29 – The Pavilion at Ravinia – Highland Park, Ill.

Jeff Lynne Announces ELO’s ‘The Over and Out’ Final Tour

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Jeff Lynne Announces ELO’s ‘The Over and Out’ Final Tour

Jeff Lynne’s ELO is set to embark on the band’s final tour dubbed “The Over and Out Tour”. The 27-date trek, produced by Live Nation, will kick off in Palm Desert, CA on August 24 and travel across North America to cities such as New York, Chicago, Atlanta, and Seattle before concluding in Los Angeles, CA on October 25.

Artist Presale will begin on Wednesday, March 20 @ 10am local time and the general onsale will start on Friday, March 22 @ 10am local time. Exclusive VIP experiences will be available March 20th at 10am local. Please visit livenation.com and jefflynneselo.com for all details.

 Known as one of the most iconic forces in music history, in recent years Jeff Lynne’s ELO has delivered a critically acclaimed and chart-topping album along with a sold out run of UK and European shows.  Jeff Lynne was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame last year and the band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017. The band has always been known for their epic live shows and with a distinct style that seamlessly and innovatively blends rock, pop and classical, ELO has had more than 20 Top 40 Hits across the U.S. and the U.K., making Lynne’s sweeping productions some of the most recognizable music of the last forty years and helping sell over 50 million records worldwide.

Widely agreed upon as one of the greatest record producers in music history, Lynne was a co-founder and member of The Travelling Wilburys together with George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, and Tom Petty, as well as a producer and collaborator with some of the biggest names in music including The Beatles, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Joe Walsh and Bryan Adams.

Jeff Lynne’s ELO “The Over and Out” Tour
Aug 24 – Palm Desert, CA – Acrisure Arena
Aug 27 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
Aug 28 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena
Aug 30 – Portland, OR – Moda Center
Sep 01 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center
Sep 06 – St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center
Sep 07 – Indianapolis, IN – Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Sep 09 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
Sep 10 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena
Sep 13 – Cincinnati, OH – Heritage Bank Center
Sep 14 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Sep 16 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
Sep 20 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center
Sep 23 – Boston, MA – TD Garden
Sep 25 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena
Sep 27 – Chicago, IL – United Center
Sep 30 – St, Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center
Oct 02 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
Oct 09 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
Oct 11 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena
Oct 12 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
Oct 15 – Austin, TX – Moody Center
Oct 16 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
Oct 18 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center
Oct 21 – Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center
Oct 23 – Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center
Oct 25 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum

Live Nation’s On The Road Again Has Supported 4,000+ Developing Artists & Will Continue Rolling Through 2024

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Live Nation’s On The Road Again Has Supported 4,000+ Developing Artists & Will Continue Rolling Through 2024

The On the Road Again program will continue rolling out extra support to every artist playing shows at Live Nation’s clubs through 2024. Launched last fall with the legendary Willie Nelson, On the Road Again helps developing artists on tour and recognizes crews working tirelessly behind the scenes.

For every show played in an On The Road Again venue, each headliner and support act receives $1,500 in gas and travel cash on top of nightly performance compensation. Additionally, artists keep 100% of merch profits as On the Road Again clubs do not charge merchandise selling fees.

“Our goal was to make touring a little easier and we’ve accomplished that night after night for over 4,000 artists, with more on the way,” said Willie Nelson.

On The Road Again has distributed tens of millions of dollars to over 4,000 artists and counting, with no set end date for the program. The program also distributed special bonuses and elevated club staff to a $20 minimum wage to recognize those working to support developing artists behind the scenes.

“We’re proud to keep On The Road Again rolling strong. Supporting club artists strengthens the future of music,” said Michael Rapino, President and CEO, Live Nation Entertainment.

Live shows are more important than ever for artists as they get the bulk of their income from touring. Even while live music is booming like never before, hardworking club artists are most impacted as tour costs rise and fluctuate – particularly as they aim to keep their ticket prices affordable for fans.

On the Road Again is a true collaboration that draws on insights from Nelson’s years on the road as well as feedback from touring artists, their teams and venue operators to help support day to day life on tour. All benefits from On the Road Again are being provided directly from the venue’s existing earnings, with no increases to consumers.

For more information on the program and a list of participating venues, visit roadagain.live.

Postal Service Pays Tribute to Bluegrass Music

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Postal Service Pays Tribute to Bluegrass Music

That high lonesome sound was celebrated here today with the dedication of the Bluegrass Forever stamp at the Bluegrass Hall of Fame and Museum.

Bluegrass is a singularly American music style, born in the mid-20th century. It defies time, drawing inspiration from the past while also openly embracing innovation.

“Like Bluegrass, the Postal Service finds inspiration in our nation’s history — which is why we are so proud of the role we play in portraying the American experience,” said Steven W. Monteith, Postal Service chief customer and marketing officer and executive vice president. “Bluegrass music is a legacy that can make us all proud, whether we’re a musician or a fan. And it is a legacy we are proud to recognize with this stamp.”

The genre blends old-time folk and fiddle music with elements of blues, jazz, country and gospel. The signature sound of bluegrass relies on tight vocal harmonies, driving tempos, and perhaps most of all, outstanding musicianship.

“I am very pleased and excited that the U.S. Postal Service is issuing a commemorative stamp for our beloved bluegrass music,” said Ricky Skaggs, 15-time Grammy® Award-winner and bluegrass ambassador. “Millions of people around the world will see this stamp and many of them will want to know more about the music. A huge door has opened up to us!”

The stamp dedication event occurred before a concert by Skaggs.

The signature sound of bluegrass relies on a mix of acoustic string instruments. The five-string banjo dominates and, along with guitar, mandolin, and bass, sets the rhythmic foundation of this often fast-paced music. Fiddle, mandolin, banjo, and guitar evoke a range of melodic flavors and emotions in their solos and backup.

Music historians generally agree that bluegrass as we know it originated with Bill Monroe (1911–1996). Drawing on old-time fiddle and church music as well as gospel, blues and jazz, Monroe fashioned a style that was both brand new and achingly familiar.
By 1945, Monroe and his band, the Blue Grass Boys, had solidified the key components of bluegrass: refined vocal harmonies, driving tempos, and outstanding musicianship. Once viewed as a type of country music, bluegrass — famously described as “folk music in overdrive” by musicologist Alan Lomax — emerged as its own distinct genre and could be found just about everywhere, from college campuses and large urban areas to television shows and movies.

Inspired by vintage bluegrass concert posters, the stamp art features four acoustic string instruments typical of bluegrass bands — guitar, five-string banjo, fiddle, and mandolin — below the word “Bluegrass.” Text at the top of the stamp reads “High Lonesome Sound,” the title of a 1963 documentary about Appalachian folk music and a familiar nickname for bluegrass.

Antonio Alcalá, an art director with the Postal Service, worked with designer and illustrator Heather Moulder to produce the stamp art. Moulder created the design as a letterpress print, with each layer carved by hand from wood and linoleum.

The Black Keys Receive Soundexchange Hall Of Fame Award

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The Black Keys Receive Soundexchange Hall Of Fame Award

SoundExchange, the premier music tech organization powering the future of music, announced today that The Black Keys have been honored with the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award, recognizing their stature as one of the most streamed acts in the organization’s 20-year history.

“Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney have redefined rock music for a generation as The Black Keys, releasing powerful hits like ‘Tighten Up,’ ‘Lonely Boy,’ and ‘Gold on the Ceiling,'” said Michael Huppe, President and CEO of SoundExchange. “We are honored to present The Black Keys with the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award.”

Patrick Carney and Dan Auerbach were presented during the SXSW conference and music festival in Austin, Texas, where duo delivered a featured keynote, premiered the Jeff Dupre-directed documentary This is a Film About The Black Keys, and performed a pair of headlining sets. The band will release its twelfth studio album, Ohio Players, on April 5 via Nonesuch/Warner Records.

Formed in Akron, Ohio in 2001, The Black Keys are singer/guitarist Dan Auerbach and drummer Patrick Carney. The Black Keys have been called “rock royalty” by the Associated Press and “one of the best rock ‘n’ roll bands on the planet” by Uncut. Cutting their teeth playing small clubs, the band has gone on to sell out arena tours and has released eleven previous studio albums: the debut The Big Come Up (2002), followed by Thickfreakness (2003) and Rubber Factory (2004), Magic Potion (2006), Attack & Release (2008), Brothers (2010), El Camino (2011), Turn Blue (2014), “Let’s Rock” (2019), Delta Kream (2021), and Dropout Boogie (2022). The band has won six Grammy Awards and a BRIT and headlined festivals in North America, South America, Mexico, Australia, and Europe.

SoundExchange is the premier music tech organization on a mission to power the future of music. It was independently formed in 2003 to build a fairer, simpler, and more efficient music industry through technology, data, and advocacy. The only organization designated by the U.S. government to administer the Section 114 sound recording license, SoundExchange collects and distributes digital performance royalties on behalf of 650,000 music creators and growing. Through proprietary music tech solutions that turn data into accurate revenue, SoundExchange has paid more than $10 billion in distributions to date. For more information, visit soundexchange.com.

ClimeCo, Music Sustainability Alliance Report on State of Sustainability Efforts, Attitudes in Live Music Industry

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ClimeCo, Music Sustainability Alliance Report on State of Sustainability Efforts, Attitudes in Live Music Industry

 ClimeCo, the leading global decarbonization and environmental solutions company, recently partnered with the Music Sustainability Alliance (MSA), the hub for learning, innovation and collaboration for driving sustainable operational change in the live music industry. Together, they are pleased to share the results of their recent study on the state of sustainability in live music presented at MSA’s Music Sustainability Summit. Their research engaged more than 50 influential stakeholders, including tour managers, promoters, record labels, venues, production managers, non-profit organizations, festival operators and others, through in-depth personal interviews conducted in late 2023. The findings shed light on present challenges, successes and areas of opportunity, including drivers, barriers and emerging sustainability focus areas shaping the narrative of the live music industry.

Top-level Findings

Perhaps the most significant key finding is that all groups interviewed recognized the importance of sustainability efforts and indicated that they are actively working to improve in this area. Also, there was substantial overlap among the various survey groups in identifying possible areas of focus, but the options were prioritized differently based on role and functional area.

Key Drivers

Ninety-one percent of groups interviewed indicated that the anchor of sustainability in the live music industry is the influence of artists. Artists play a pivotal role in shaping the vision for their tours and engagement with fans. This influence is further accentuated by the widespread adoption of green riders, prompting venues to become more responsive and accommodating of the expectations set by artists. Promoters also emphasized sustainability as a common pre-requisite for booking acts, especially with artists who are vocal about climate change. Smaller artists may have difficulty asking their partners to improve their sustainability practices since the clout of more prominent figures is undeniably more significant.

Fan engagement and sincere commitment to driving substantial change are important in effectively implementing sustainability improvements. Tours have reported heightened success in engagement when artists and artist communities actively advocate for climate adaptation directly with fans during events. Tour managers highlighted the growing trend for artists to include tabling events and on-site volunteer registration opportunities, fostering deeper connections between fans and their admired artists through shared values. Additionally, eighty-two percent of groups interviewed reported that involving fans in sustainability efforts was critical to ensuring their success. They also noted that fans often expect and actively seek sustainability measures at live events and are eager to participate in impact mitigation both on-site and off-site.

Successes

Ninety-one percent of groups interviewed pointed to successful waste reduction initiatives and/or pilot programs exploring the use of cleaner energy sources. Venues mentioned efforts to increase recycling and composting capabilities. Festival operators highlighted reductions in single-use plastics over the past several years. On the alternative energy front, non-profit organizations and production managers have tested the use of solar energy for live performances and as a diesel generator replacement, while tour managers and logistics partners are exploring the adoption of alternative fuels in transportation and logistics.

Challenges

Navigating the sustainability landscape in the live music industry poses challenges, with key barriers that include prohibitive costs and access to granular data. Seventy-three percent of groups interviewed mentioned the steep cost of implementation as an organizational challenge. Venues noted the difficulty of measuring baseline data for live event footprint calculations, and record labels stressed the need for more industry-wide standardization in measuring greenhouse gas emissions.

Non-profits and several touring managers suggested using sponsors to underwrite the cost of key environmental initiatives and the measurement of their success as a possible solution to mounting cost pressures. That said, concerns about fan and partner reactions to greenwashing remain a consideration in any effort. A widespread lack of clarity around which group should assume primary ownership over environmental matters, including policy decisions, measurement and reporting, has also slowed progress. As the industry grapples with these challenges, a growing consensus across all groups is that the music industry needs to work with outside experts to set accurate goals and key performance indicators to ensure alignment.

Emerging Issues/Opportunities

While the challenges of enhancing overall responsibility and impact reporting are already evident, all stakeholders stressed that the momentum behind these efforts will only grow in popularity, creating significant opportunities for early adopters and innovators. Consultants and managers suggested that the industry expand avenues for attendees to reduce their impact and empower fans interested in contributing to sustainability improvement. Since fan travel is generally the largest source of carbon emissions for tours and festivals, several venues and festivals discussed efforts to create ride-sharing or shuttle programs to lower single-occupant vehicle use for fan travel, creating significant emissions savings and providing sustainable options to fans. Many stakeholder subgroups noted the importance of pre-planning tours to mitigate climate impacts. They also noted the pivotal role of education and awareness in sustaining momentum across the industry and the general public. Several groups also indicated that location-specific policies (venues, cities, etc.) and the political landscape of local communities often impact the success of sustainability efforts.

Garrett Keraga, Senior Manager of Sustainability, Policy and Advisory at ClimeCo, who spearheaded the project, noted, “Given its visibility, platform and passion, the entertainment industry is one of the most important and influential drivers of climate action. This effort shows that while sustainability progress is being made in live music, industry groups need help in navigating the process. ClimeCo has worked with numerous industry players to create sustainability strategies, plan and implement abatement solutions, create measurable impact and communicate progress. We are thrilled to partner with forward-thinking groups like the Music Sustainability Alliance to use the power of music to create a brighter future.”

“Working with ClimeCo to conduct stakeholder engagement interviews shined a light on the depth of work the music industry is engaged in, along with the success stories and challenges it is facing in becoming more sustainable,” noted MSA Director Eleanor Anderson. “This research is a step towards understanding where we are in our sustainability journey, the challenges we need to solve and the opportunities for action,” added MSA President Amy Morrison.

Maestro Masters Bach: Musician Stuns Audiences with Performance on World’s Largest Pipe Organ

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Maestro Masters Bach: Musician Stuns Audiences with Performance on World’s Largest Pipe Organ

Concert virtuoso Felix Hell embarked on a journey to Atlantic City, New Jersey, to pay homage to Johann Sebastian Bach by delivering a mesmerizing rendition of the iconic Toccata and Fugue in D Minor for Organ, BWV 565. His performance took place on the legendary Boardwalk Hall Auditorium pipe organ, certified by Guinness World Records as the largest of its kind globally.

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Eric Alper is a 6-time nominee for Publicist of the Year during Canadian Music Week and has overseen the publicity campaigns for over 183 JUNO Award-nominated albums (and 16 in 2025), 45 Grammy-nominated albums, including 47 JUNO Award, 58 Canadian Folk Music Award, 126 Maple Blues Award-winning albums and is also truly honoured to work with some of the biggest and most important artists of our time.

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