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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.
Stephen Parker, head of the National Independent Venue Association, urged structural remedies including a full Live Nation-Ticketmaster breakup following the April jury verdict finding the companies liable for monopolization and unlawful tying. He argued past behavioral fixes failed and called for promotion caps, artist management divestitures, and a long-term firewall.
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Kehlani, named the 2026 Billboard Women in Music Impact Award recipient, shared how her hit song 'Folded' marked a turning point in her career. In a new interview, she detailed the bedroom sessions and personal challenges behind her self-titled album. The track has sparked varied fan reactions, from calling it toxic to a bold statement on relationships.
A recent compilation highlights 19 prominent rock and metal bands that remain active and touring but have not issued a new studio album in five years or longer. These groups continue to perform live without full-length releases since before 2021. The list excludes acts with announced upcoming albums or those not currently together.
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A U.S. District Court judge has dismissed the lawsuit filed by Salt-N-Pepa's Cheryl “Salt” James and Sandra “Pepa” Denton against Universal Music Group. The duo sought to reclaim ownership of their master recordings under copyright termination rights. The ruling favors UMG, stating the artists never owned the masters in question.