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2023 Concert Ticket Sales Soar 46% to $9.17B

4/21/2025

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Concerts are back in full swing, with 2023 ticket sales soaring to an impressive $9.17 billion—a staggering 46% jump from last year. A study from Drexel University uncovers that while opening acts enjoy a surge in streaming after performances, they often struggle to maintain that momentum. Genre fit and post-tour engagement play crucial roles in their lasting impact in the music scene.

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Concerts are back in full swing, with 2023 ticket sales soaring to an impressive $9.17 billion—a staggering 46% jump from last year. A study from Drexel University uncovers that while opening acts enjoy a surge in streaming after performances, they often struggle to maintain that momentum. Genre fit and post-tour engagement play crucial roles in their lasting impact in the music scene.