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Live Nation settles DOJ antitrust lawsuit without Ticketmaster divestiture amid state opposition
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Live Nation reached a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice in a long-running antitrust lawsuit, avoiding a breakup with Ticketmaster but agreeing to operational changes, including amphitheater divestments and opening ticketing to competitors. The deal, announced during trial on March 9, 2026, drew criticism from several state attorneys general who plan to continue separate litigation.
Tom Misch has released 'Full Circle', his first solo album in eight years, following a break to recover from burnout. The singer-songwriter spoke to NME about stepping back from the music industry in 2022, working everyday jobs, and rediscovering his passion for music. He is set to perform two shows at London's KOKO on April 1 and 2.
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Las Vegas performer Maren Wade has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Taylor Swift, claiming the singer's album 'The Life of a Showgirl' confuses consumers with her 'Confessions of a Showgirl' brand. The complaint targets merchandise sales, not the music itself. It was filed on March 30 in a case obtained by Billboard and Rolling Stone.