05-14-2008, 02:36 PM
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rum AND romanism
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: NY state of mind
Posts: 4,793
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Most well-known bands that you see live still are being enslaved by corporations. Have you guys heard of Live Nation? Check it out
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Live_nation
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Live Nation NYSE: LYV is a live events company based in Beverly Hills, California. Live Nation formed in 2005 by a spin-off from Clear Channel Communications. The present CEO of the company is Michael Rapino.
In 2005, Live Nation promoted or produced over 28,500 events, including music concerts, theatrical shows, specialized motor sports and other events, with total attendance exceeding 61 million. As of September 30, 2005, Live Nation owned or operated 117 venues, consisting of 75 US and 42 international venues. These venues include 39 amphitheaters, 58 theaters, 14 clubs, 4 arenas and 2 festival sites. In addition, through equity, booking or similar arrangements Live Nation has the right to book events at 33 additional venues
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They own many of the venues in NYC that mainstream "indie" rock bands play at, which makes me laugh. The irony of it all. Well, the day they get their nose into underground jazz clubs will be their downfall.
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