Over 1,300 venues have shut down and major festivals have been bought out, cancelled, and closed. Now, a Four Corners investigation reveals how the corporation — and its ticketing arm Ticketmaster — are maximising profits at the expense of both consumers and artists.
Many musicians have been afraid to speak out against Live Nation for fear of the repercussions to their careers.
Reporter Avani Dias speaks to industry insiders and some of the country’s leading musicians who expose the company’s practices for the first time. They’re calling on the federal government to step in and regulate live music to ensure the survival of Australia’s vibrant music scene.
Music For Sale reported by Avani Dias goes to air on Monday 14 October at 8.30pm on ABC TV and ABC iview. See more at abc.net.au/news and on ABC News social media platforms.
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Four Corners on ABC and ABC iview S63E35 profiles music for sale
