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Interesting news from SeatGeek: according to their ticketing data, the average resale ticket price for a summer concert is $224, down from $269 around this time last year. The main reason in my opinion for this slight dip in prices is that many of the biggest concerts driving historically high prices have moved outside the US. For example, Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, perhaps the most coveted concert ticket on the planet, is currently in the UK with over 15 dates. Unlike the US, these markets have stricter regulations and inflationary benefits, making it more attractive for consumers to attend shows abroad. Expedia Group’s Unpacked '24 travel trends report supports this observation. Their data indicates that these tours are not only driving ticket sales but also boosting tourism. According to their first-party travel data and a global consumer survey of 20,000 travelers, nearly 70% of respondents said they are more likely to travel to a concert outside their own town, with over 40% saying they’d travel for a concert as an excuse to visit a new place. This suggests that the dip in average ticket prices is due to many in-demand concerts now being held in international markets. Curious to get my network's take on this. Why do you think concert ticket prices have seen a slight dip? Drop your comments and thoughts below ⤵ https://lnkd.in/eHGafCRd

Finding moments of peace and relaxation can feel like a luxury in a chaotic and fast-paced world. Yet, in places like hotels, lounges, and small stores, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and refinement is not just a luxury but a necessity. The secret ingredient? Mellow music. Learn more about how to use mellow music in your business. #musicforbusiness #musicforretail #storeplaylist #musicforhotels

New Post: Tixr Hears London Calling With Expansion to Europe - https://lnkd.in/gjYdpARZ - Tixr, the fast-growing primary ticketing and live event commerce company, today announced the official opening of its London office and strategic expansion into continental Europe. Industry veteran Stephanie Rosa has been appointed to serve as managing director of the London outpost, leading a new handpicked local team to build upon the company’s already robust roster of partners in the region. The move marks the California-based company’s latest international launch, following the expansion of its operations into Canada, announced in March. Tixr’s recent client partnerships in Europe include Space Ibiza, Eden Nightclub in Ibiza, British digital radio station Kisstory, F.A.T. International, RuPaul’s Dragcon, Dreamhack, Uptown Festival, Dublin ComicCon, Leicestershire County Cricket Club, Egg London, E1 Series, Brockwell Live, Aramco Team Series, and London’s popular brewery Signature Brew. Most recently, Tixr partnered with Forbidden Forest Festival which took place earlier this month. Nestled in hundreds of acres of lush forest on the grounds of the stunning Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire, Forbidden Forest brings together 20,000 over three nights to celebrate music, nature and dance. Tickets for next year’s fest, the first to be handled under the new Tixr deal, go on sale to the general public later this year. “There’s no modern platform more capable of servicing such a wide array of complex events, and the opportunities in the region are immense,” said Rosa. “The fantastic regional team we’ve built is honoured to partner with iconic sell-out festivals like Forbidden Forest that value design, innovation, and share in our mission to deliver the best fan experience possible, starting with the ticket.” Before relocating to London for her newly created role, Rosa served as Tixr’s director of partnerships and sales operations. She came to Tixr from UK-based Festicket, which was acquired by Lyte in 2022, where she served as vp of sales in North America.  “Each year we set out to deliver extraordinary customer experiences”, said Laura Ball, marketing director at Forbidden Forest Festival. “When we selected Tixr as our trusted ticketing partner for 2025 and beyond, we knew each year we could collaborate to further raise the bar and deliver a best-in-class experience for our Forbidden Forest customers.” Tixr already services events in 10 European countries and exclusively powers more than 500 of the most respected live entertainment brands in 40 countries. Since its inception, Tixr has processed nearly $2 billion in transactions through its highly visual, modern, unified commerce platform built for sales beyond admission tickets. Tixr’s new London office is located at London Bridge.   - #new

Modern Luxury: Parallels between Hospitality & Music: Thank you Bruce!! This week I headed to Milan, a trip based around seeing Bruce Springsteen in concert. Sadly he cancelled (Hope to see you again) but with music as a passion I searched for a music experience more intimate. Meet The Next Movement (a fusion of James Brown, Prince, Jay-Z and Bruno Mars) playing a small jazz club called The Blue Note. Front row seats feeling every ounce of energy and passion from the three talented musicians.  This got me thinking: what is the equivalent of luxury in music? Is it the large stadium shows with extravagant productions and designer costumes? Or is it the emotive experience and close connections formed during a performance, similar to the current trends in luxury travel where authenticity and personal connection take centre stage? Both I believe can succeed as it comes down to the human component. Different strokes for different folks. Ultimately did the colleagues at the hotel or the performers on stage (both artists) connect with me? Luxury, whether in travel or music, is about the quality and depth of the experience. It's about creating moments that resonate on a personal level, offering something beyond the ordinary—a touch of the extraordinary in the most unexpected places. As we continue to redefine what luxury means, both industries can learn from each other. The convergence of personal, emotive experiences with high-quality offerings is the future of luxury (big or small). Whether it's in the heart of a bustling city at a hidden jazz club or an exclusive travel destination, the essence lies in the stories we create and the connections we make along the way.  #ModernLuxury #TravelExperiences #MusicConnection #AuthenticTravel #LiveMusic #HumanConnection #LuxuryRedefined #TaylorSwiftEffect #ExperientialTravel #CulturalImmersion #TheNextMovement 

What do our clients say about working with us? Beyond reproach, except perhaps for my taste in music. Thank you for the kind words! #formaltraditional #interiordesign #luxurydesign #traditionaldesign #transparency #testimonial #designismybusiness #remodeling #renovation #additions #newbuild #bespoke #luxury #fullservice #custom #oldworld #timeless #classic

Notting Hill Carnival is just around the corner, and if your brand is thinking about getting involved, here are five things you need to know: 1. Trinidad and Tobago’s Legacy is Key 🌴🇹🇹 Notting Hill Carnival isn’t just a Jamaican festival. Its roots are in Trinidad and Tobago, starting with Claudia Jones, who organised the first indoor Caribbean celebration in response to racial tensions in the UK. It became the street festival we know today thanks to Trinidadian musicians like Russell Henderson, who brought the steel bands that still define Carnival’s sound. If your brand wants to connect, you need to recognise and honour these roots. 2. It’s Not Just a Party 🎉 Carnival is fun, yes, but it’s also a symbol of resilience. It started as a response to the challenges faced by the Windrush generation and has always been about cultural pride. Brands need to approach it with respect—understanding the history will help you resonate more deeply with the community. 3. Diversity Is The Reality 🌍 Afro-Caribbean communities aren’t monolithic. Carnival brings together people from various islands, each with their own traditions, music, and food. Don’t make the mistake of treating this community as one-dimensional. Tailoring your messaging to reflect this diversity and will make your brand more relevant. 4. Be Part of the Solution, Not the Problem 🛑 It’s easy to buy into the negative stereotypes that surround Carnival, especially when headlines focus on arrests or incidents. But let’s put it in perspective. Carnival attracts around 1.5 million people, and while 450 arrests might sound like a lot, consider this: festivals like Glastonbury, Bestival, and Boomtown see far higher rates of crime when you scale up their numbers. For instance, Glastonbury would see the equivalent of 900 drug-related arrests if it had Carnival’s crowd size. Yet, these festivals rarely get the same negative press. Brands should be mindful not to perpetuate these harmful stereotypes. Instead, focus on the positive—the celebration of culture, music, and community that Carnival truly represents. 5. Be Helpful On the Ground 🤝 If your brand is going to be present at Carnival, don’t just be there—be helpful. Support vendors, offer services that enhance the experience for attendees, and show that you’re there to contribute, not just to market. Whether it’s providing water stations, sponsoring clean-up crews, or simply offering information and directions, small acts of support can make a big difference. Being a positive presence on the ground will not only endear you to the community but also show that your brand is genuinely invested in the success and safety of the event...and the communities in the long-haul, not just on the day.

If we’re willing to reimagine who and what streets are for, traffic-restricted festivals like this can become prefigurative prototypes of what we want our city to look like. These temporary mock-ups can challenge us to ask why and what if. Why have we given these large personal transportation products such an exalted place in our communities? What if we closed down our streets to automobile traffic more often? 

New Post: U2 & Sphere Dominate Billboard Boxscore’s Midyear Recap as Top 10 Tours Gross a Staggering $1.5B - https://lnkd.in/gWDN5PNz - Concert industry experts generally thought 2024 would be a down year — or at least less busy than 2023, when Taylor Swift and Beyoncé catapulted the sector to new heights and challenged the personnel within it to keep pace amid its explosive growth. But so far, 2024 hasn’t brought much rest for the weary. The touring business is entering the summer fueled by huge concert grosses that are unprecedented for the midyear mark, according to Billboard Boxscore. Related Bad Bunny & Karol G Take the Lead on Billboard’s Monthly Touring Report 05/28/2024 At midyear, grosses for the top 10 entries on the Top Tours chart total a collective $1.5 billion, up a staggering 83% from last year’s figure of $814.9 million. That marks the first time the combined gross of the top 10 tours has crossed $1 billion by the halfway point. Last year, only two tours — Elton John and Harry Styles — had generated more than $100 million at midyear. This year, eight of them have. Leading the chart period, which spanned from Oct. 1, 2023, to March 30, 2024, is U2, which opened the new Sphere venue in Las Vegas with a residency that grossed $231.6 million from 38 shows during that time. (U2’s full 40-date Sphere run grossed $244.5 million, though the first two shows, which took place Sept. 29 and Sept. 30, occurred just before the chart period began.) !function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data)for(var r=0;r - #news #business #world -------------------------------------------------- Download: Stupid Simple CMS - https://lnkd.in/g4y9XFgR -------------------------------------------------- or download at SourceForge - https://lnkd.in/gNqB7dnp

🎶 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐩 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 (𝐘𝐞𝐬! 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 😁) 🎶 Interesting article from Stereogum! It highlights a common issue for large events: 𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬. Ticket prices for arena tours have become prohibitively expensive, and as concerts are increasingly seen as non-essential luxury expenses, consumers are prioritizing other spending. Classical music has long recognized this issue and has implemented strategies to maintain a strong fanbase and add value to their artistic and social offerings. Here are the key factors: 1. 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠:   - Orchestras offer a range of accessible prices and discounts to attract a broader audience. 2. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:   - Maintaining contact with the audience after the event is essential. Orchestras use digital platforms to offer newsletters, social media updates, and online content, keeping the connection alive and building a loyal fan base. 3. 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲:   - Creating a loyal community is fundamental. Orchestras achieve this through membership programs, fan clubs, and educational and community initiatives. Major pop events can learn a lot from orchestras about how to build and maintain authentic and sustainable relationships with the audience. 𝐁𝐲 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐞 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫, pop events can foster loyalty and long-term engagement. 🎻🎤 𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜, 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐫𝐭, 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝, 𝐲𝐞𝐭 𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥. As its Latin origin suggests, it lays the foundation (from the Latin "fundare") for the healthy development of our society. #Music #Events #Engagement #Classical #Pop #Loyalty #Audience #FanBase

Butterfly-Shaped Giant Inflatable Stage Backdrop Aesthetic Appeal: The intricate and colorful design of butterfly wings can create a visually stunning backdrop that stands out, immediately capturing the audience's attention. Versatile Use for Events: Perfect for various events, including music festivals, theatrical productions, product launches, or any occasion looking to create a vibrant and uplifting atmosphere. Cost-Effective alternative: Compared to rigid stage sets, an inflatable backdrop can be a more affordable option, providing a large-scale visual impact without the high costs. https://lnkd.in/g89jDyAt #stagebackdrop #inflatablebackdrop #inflatablestage #giantinflatables #inflateyourdreams #reimagineyourworld #transformyoureventspace #shapeilluminateinspire #eventplanner #eventdesign #inflatabledesign #stagedesign #liveevents #eventdecor #partydecor #inflatables #EventDesigner #EventDesigners #corporateevents #corporateeventstyling #corporateeventsplanner #corporateeventsdecor #eventdesigns #productdevelopment #technology #innovation #eventspace