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Live Nation Dominates UK Market Amid Lawsuits and Criticism
10/10/2025
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- Association of Independent Festivals (AIF) says Live Nation controls 66.4% of the UK market.
- AIF data also shows 75% of September Manchester's Co-Op Arena concerts under Live Nation. Kid Rock criticized Ticketmaster.
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and states filed lawsuits against Live Nation and Ticketmaster.
- Department of Justice (DOJ) previously found Live Nation violated agreements limiting competition in ticket sales.
