Live Nation Entertainment is the largest live entertainment company globally, specializing in concert promotion, venue operation, and ticket sales. The company plays a pivotal role in the live music industry, promoting over 50,000 events in 2023 and attracting more than 145 million fans. With a presence in 45 countries, Live Nation owns, operates, or holds exclusive booking rights to 373 venues, making it the second-largest operator of music venues worldwide. Additionally, it generates revenue through sponsorships and advertising. Its ticketing platform, Ticketmaster, is a leading service in the industry, selling over 620 million tickets in 2023. Through its comprehensive approach to live entertainment, Live Nation serves both artists and fans, enhancing the concert experience on a global scale.
Timeline Management is a branding and management agency specializing in promoting and representing emerging talent, creators, and artists. The company offers a range of services, including music management, endorsements, social media strategy, live touring, personal appearances, and consumer products, primarily catering to young Hollywood and influencer talent.
MEO Arena
Acquisition in 2024
MEO Arena is a strong social and environmental commitment that concerts, family performances, festivals, congresses, corporate meetings, product launches, seminars of all sizes with high quality and complete versatility, and flexibility
Komi
Series A in 2023
Komi is a personalized website page builder designed for influencers and celebrities, offering a central hub for content creators to showcase their work. The platform allows musicians, athletes, and other creative personalities to customize landing pages that promote various offerings, including podcast episodes, YouTube videos, music albums, merchandise, tour dates, and social media accounts. By consolidating these elements into a visually appealing and fully personalized hub, Komi empowers creators of all levels to enhance their online presence and engage more effectively with their fans. Additionally, the platform provides essential digital tools that help artists and celebrities expand their business and maximize their commercial potential.
Clockenflap
Acquisition in 2023
Clockenflap is a Hong Kong-based event organizer renowned for its expertise in hosting music and arts festivals. The company is best known for its flagship Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival, which has gained recognition as one of Asia's premier festival brands. By focusing on a diverse range of musical and artistic performances, Clockenflap has established itself as a significant player in the event organization sector within the region.
Music Management International
Acquisition in 2022
Music Management International is an event coordination company focused on promoting large-scale concerts. The company specializes in managing and arranging world tours for both established and emerging artists, facilitating their ability to reach and expand their audiences globally. By providing comprehensive services tailored to the needs of artists, Music Management International plays a key role in enhancing their visibility and success in the competitive music industry.
Veeps
Acquisition in 2021
Veeps is a livestream concert platform designed for the music industry, co-founded by Joel Madden, Benji Madden, Kyle Heller, and Sherry Saeedi. The platform enables artists to manage and sell tickets for their own livestream events, allowing for direct engagement with fans. It supports both emerging and established artists by featuring their performances and offers various tools such as digital fan clubs, chat functionalities, and exclusive merchandise sales. Veeps also aids artists in managing their tours and events, enhancing the connection between artists and their most dedicated followers while facilitating social marketing and VIP offerings.
Ocesa
Acquisition in 2019
Ocesa is a privately held company that promotes more than 3,100 events for nearly 6 million fans annually across Mexico and Colombia.
Spaceland Presents
Acquisition in 2019
Spaceland Presents is an independent club promotion and event company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2003. Known for its innovative approach to concert promotion, Spaceland Presents has gained recognition for blending unique cultural institutions with live music experiences. The company promotes various music concerts across the United States and is involved in organizing significant events such as the Desert Daze music festival, the Twilight Concert Series at the Santa Monica Pier, MOCA Music, and the Levitt Pavilion’s Summer Concert Series. Additionally, Spaceland Presents handles talent booking for events like “First Fridays” at The Natural History Museum. The company also provides services for weddings, conferences, screenings, meetings, and product launches.
Neste Event Marketing
Acquisition in 2019
Neste Event Marketing, Inc. is a full-service event management company based in Brentwood, Tennessee, founded in 1995. As a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment, the company specializes in comprehensive event marketing services, which include the development of sponsorship programs, talent buying, and event production. Neste Event Marketing has built a reputation for successfully managing various types of events, leveraging its extensive experience in the industry to deliver tailored solutions for clients.
Planet Events
Acquisition in 2019
Planet Events SA is a Madrid-based company that specializes in promoting and producing musical events featuring both national and international artists, particularly focusing on Latin music. Since its founding in 1999, the company has been involved in the recruitment and booking of artists, as well as the local production of concerts and shows. Planet Events is also engaged in the organization, production, and promotion of special events and award ceremonies. As a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment, Inc., it plays a significant role in shaping the music scene in Spain through its comprehensive marketing, sponsorship, and communication strategies.
Embrace Entertainment
Acquisition in 2019
Embrace Entertainment Inc., founded in 2002 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in organizing live events. The company operates as a venue operator and promoter, focusing on concerts, festivals, and various events within the Toronto area. As of February 2019, Embrace Entertainment functions as a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment.
One Production
Acquisition in 2019
One Production is promotes concert in Singapore.
Mainland Music
Acquisition in 2018
Mainland Music is a concert promoter based in Zurich and Lausanne, Switzerland, dedicated to organizing and promoting a variety of live music events. With a team of experienced professionals, including Christian Gremelmayr, Derrick Thomson, Marc Lambelet, Martin Schrader, and Santosh Aerthott, the company aims to create memorable experiences for rock and pop fans. Mainland Music is committed to fostering a vibrant platform for both artists and music lovers, focusing on delivering quality shows that celebrate the passion for live music.
Emporium Presents
Acquisition in 2018
Emporium Presents is a concert promotion agency based in Golden, Colorado, founded in 2015. The company specializes in promoting live music events across the United States and has established itself as an independent national promoter. Since October 1, 2018, it has operated as a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment. Emporium Presents aims to enhance the live music experience while also promoting a culture that encourages enjoying good food, particularly hot chicken, alongside attending concerts and events.
Blink Identity
Seed Round in 2018
Blink Identity, Inc. is a company that specializes in biometric identification systems and facial recognition solutions. Founded in 2018 and based in Austin, Texas, Blink Identity focuses on enhancing access control technologies, allowing for the identification of individuals at full walking speed. This innovative approach is particularly beneficial for live entertainment venues, enabling efficient management of guest entry while minimizing wait times. By utilizing advanced identity technology, Blink Identity provides event management teams with the capability to recognize attendees seamlessly as they move past sensors, facilitating a smoother experience for visitors and streamlining operations for businesses. The company operates as a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment.
Red Mountain Entertainment
Acquisition in 2018
Red Mountain Entertainment, LLC is a regional concert and festival promoter based in Birmingham, Alabama, and was incorporated in 2005. As a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment, the company specializes in booking and promoting a wide range of events across the United States, including concerts in venues that range from intimate clubs to large arenas. In addition to concert promotion, Red Mountain Entertainment is actively engaged in producing music festivals, such as the Sloss Music & Arts Festival, often held in non-traditional venues like outdoor city centers and parks. The company focuses on providing comprehensive services for individuals, groups, and organizations looking to develop and promote music events and festivals nationwide.
Applauze
Acquisition in 2018
Applauze, formerly known as 955Dreams Inc., operates as a mobile publishing company focused on providing event discovery and ticketing solutions through its iOS app, which launched in March 2013. The app offers users access to thousands of events daily, including concerts, theater productions, sports games, and community activities in 41 U.S. cities and 5 Canadian cities. By leveraging data analytics and machine learning, Applauze recommends relevant events to users, who can easily purchase tickets from both primary sellers and secondary markets. The company aims to create engaging and immersive mobile experiences, and its team consists of dedicated designers and developers committed to delivering high-quality applications. Applauze has garnered investment from notable figures such as Mitch Kapor and 500 Startups, reflecting its potential in the event management and ticketing industry.
Frank Productions
Acquisition in 2018
Frank Productions is a family-owned concert promotion company based in Madison, Wisconsin, specializing in live entertainment events across various venues in the United States. With a dedicated team of 22 full-time and over 100 part-time employees, the company produces hundreds of concerts annually, facilitating ticket sales for both national acts like Metallica and Red Hot Chili Peppers, as well as regional and local artists. In addition to concert promotion, Frank Productions offers sponsorship opportunities and venue operations, ensuring a comprehensive service for both artists and audiences seeking memorable live performances.
United Concerts
Acquisition in 2017
United Concerts, Inc. is a concert organizing company based in Salt Lake City, Utah, specializing in the promotion and production of live musical events. Founded in 1972 by James McNeil, the company has established itself as a local promoter that collaborates with various artists and venues to deliver a diverse array of concerts and shows. United Concerts has been operating as a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment, further enhancing its ability to bring high-quality entertainment to audiences. The company has a long-standing presence in the live events industry, contributing to the cultural landscape of Utah through its commitment to showcasing both local and national talent.
Everfest
Series A in 2017
Everfest is an online platform that connects users to festivals worldwide, allowing them to discover, book tickets, and earn rewards. Founded in 2014 and based in Austin, Texas, the company offers a unique cross-festival rewards program, enabling fans to accumulate points through ticket purchases. These points can be redeemed for free tickets and upgrades at current or future festivals. Everfest's technology also supports the broader festival ecosystem by providing tools that facilitate connections among festival organizers, vendors, artists, sponsors, and volunteers, enhancing the overall experience for participants. The platform not only serves as a ticket sales channel but also fosters community engagement and shared experiences at live events.
BlueStone Entertainment
Acquisition in 2017
BlueStone Entertainment is an entertainment company.
Blockparty
Seed Round in 2017
Blockparty is a fast-growing hospitality and entertainment business that partners with sports and music properties to develop pop-up fan communities inside and outside venues. By combining strategic partnerships with temporary infrastructure, mobile technology, and an obsession with customer service the Blockparty team has created the ultimate street-to-seat experience for fans nationwide. Founded in 2014, Blockparty is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Cuffe & Taylor
Acquisition in 2017
Cuffe & Taylor Limited is a prominent live events producer and event management service provider based in the United Kingdom. Founded in 2009 by Daniel Cuffe and Peter Taylor, the company has quickly established itself as one of the UK's leading live music and event promoters, with offices in London and the North West. Cuffe & Taylor is known for creating successful events such as the Lytham Festival and Greenwich Music Time, as well as having an exclusive programming deal for live events at Scarborough Open Air Theatre. The company offers a wide range of services, including talent programming, promotion, and comprehensive event management for live music, outdoor shows, corporate events, and hospitality occasions. They manage various aspects of production, from conception to delivery, including logistics, health and safety, and ticket sales. Over the past year, Cuffe & Taylor has hosted sell-out performances featuring renowned artists like Bryan Adams and Rod Stewart. The company operates as a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment, further enhancing its reach and capabilities in the live entertainment industry.
Metropolis Music
Acquisition in 2017
Metropolis Music Limited is a concert and event promoter based in London, United Kingdom, established in 1985. The company specializes in organizing and promoting a wide range of music events, focusing on both renowned and emerging artists. Its services encompass booking, marketing, ticketing, production, and event management, allowing it to host numerous shows throughout the year. As a subsidiary of Live Nation Worldwide, Metropolis Music aims to deliver high-quality live musical experiences for fans while also supporting the development of new talent in the music industry.
BottleRock Napa Valley
Acquisition in 2017
BottleRock Napa Valley - The best of music, wine, food and beer. Only in Napa. From Latitude 38 Entertainment.
Sweden Rock Festival
Acquisition in 2016
Sweden Rock Festival AB is a company based in Sölvesborg, Sweden, that organizes an annual rock and metal festival in Blekinge, attracting visitors from around the globe. Established in 1992, the festival features a diverse lineup encompassing classic rock, hard rock, metal, blues, and related music genres. In addition to the live performances, the company operates an online store offering merchandise such as T-shirts, headphones, caps, guitars, and other accessories and clothing. Since November 2016, Sweden Rock Festival AB has functioned as a subsidiary of Live Nation Sweden AB, enhancing its operational capabilities within the music festival industry.
AC Entertainment
Acquisition in 2016
AC Entertainment, established in 1991 and headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, specializes in creating, producing, and marketing entertainment events. Its portfolio spans festivals and concerts, Broadway shows, comedy acts, and various fine arts presentations. The company offers comprehensive services including event management, booking, marketing, and sponsorship services, as well as venue management and artist representation. AC Entertainment is known for its commitment to delivering memorable live experiences and works with clients to tailor services to their specific needs. It also operates historic theaters and collaborates with historic sites for events. Since 2016, AC Entertainment has been a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment.
Nous Productions
Acquisition in 2016
Nous Productions is a company based in France that specializes in organizing and producing concerts and live events. It is known for hosting performances by a variety of prominent artists, including Seal, Sean Paul, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Green Day, and BB Brunes. The company focuses on delivering high-quality music experiences and actively engages in the promotion of live entertainment across the region.
Within (VR/AR)
Series A in 2016
Within is the premier destination for innovative, entertaining, and informative story-based virtual reality and augmented reality. We bring together the best immersive experiences from the world's finest VR/AR creators—from gripping tales set in worlds of pure imagination to documentaries taking you further inside the news than ever before. Within supports all major headsets, including Oculus Quest, Rift, HTC Vive, Sony PlayStation VR, and Samsung Gear VR. To get started experiencing our ever-growing roster of content, just download our app for iPhone or Android today.
InDMusic
Acquisition in 2016
InDMusic serves as a platform for independent and unsigned artists to monetize their music on YouTube and other digital platforms. By providing a global rights administration network, the company ensures that content creators can earn revenue from their views while retaining full creative control over their work. InDMusic's mission is to support artists by compensating them fairly for their contributions, allowing them the freedom to create and share their music without constraints. This approach fosters a thriving environment for independent musicians to reach wider audiences and sustain their artistic endeavors.
Founders Entertainment
Acquisition in 2016
Founders Entertainment, LLC is a New York-based company that specializes in producing and promoting music festivals, concerts, and tours, as well as offering customized entertainment experiences. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on curating unique concert experiences and provides full-service event promotion and brand activation services. As of 2016, Founders Entertainment operates as a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment.
Big Concerts
Acquisition in 2016
Big Concerts International (Pty) Ltd., founded in 1989 and based in Cape Town, is a prominent concert promoter in South Africa. The company specializes in promoting live entertainment events and offers a range of associated services, including merchandising, sponsorships, and the organization of corporate and private events. Additionally, Big Concerts provides concessions, hospitality, and venue management services, enhancing the overall experience for both artists and audiences. As of 2016, it operates as a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment.
Mama & Company
Acquisition in 2015
MAMA & Company Limited is a prominent business in the live music and artist services sector, operating in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company manages and operates various music venues and organizes festivals and events, providing a platform for live music experiences. In addition to live performances, MAMA & Company engages in creating, sourcing, and distributing music and entertainment content through its venues, festivals, and digital platforms. The company also publishes THE FLY MAGAZINE, a monthly music publication available in print and online. MAMA & Company further offers services in production strategy, event design, and project management, alongside creative services to enhance the overall entertainment experience. Established in 2001 and based in London, MAMA & Company was formerly known as Mama Group Limited and adopted its current name in 2013.
Bkstg
Venture Round in 2015
Bkstg Inc. operates an online platform that connects artists and music enthusiasts, fostering a direct relationship between them. Founded by tech and music entrepreneurs in 2013, the platform allows users to interact with celebrities, including musicians, actors, and sports teams. Through its social networking application, Bkstg enables fans to access exclusive content such as videos, limited-edition merchandise, and priority ticketing for events. The platform encourages users to create and share content related to their favorite artists, enhancing their overall engagement and connection to the music community. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Bkstg aims to reinvent the way artists and fans interact by offering a unique and beneficial social experience.
Boomrat
Acquisition in 2014
Boomrat is a music and event discovery platform created to discover and share electronic dance music content. The platform aggregates and curates musical events and content, allowing its users to build personal profiles featuring their favorite DJs. Boomrat was launched in 2012 in Los Angeles, California.
Ador
Venture Round in 2012
Ador, based in Seattle, is a leading social commerce platform that connects consumers aged 13 to 30 through a unique blend of social networking, entertainment, shopping, and content sharing. Founded by former technology and retail executive Kathy Savitt, the company has built a membership community of millions across 195 countries. Ador rewards its members with points for engaging in various activities, such as collecting, sharing, and influencing their peers. These points can be redeemed for discounts on a range of products, including fashion, beauty, home decor, electronics, and entertainment, available in the Ador Store. The company aims to transform how consumers discover and engage with products and content, fostering a dynamic online community.
Cream Holdings
Acquisition in 2012
Cream Holdings Ltd. offers entertainment services. Cream Holdings services include operation of night-clubs, arrangement of music festivals and events, and production of records, CDs, tapes, and associated merchandise products including a range of clothing.
Setlist.fm
Acquisition in 2012
Setlist.fm is a web-based platform based in Beverly Hills, California, that allows users to collect, share, and edit concert setlists. This wiki-like service enables music enthusiasts to search for setlists from various concerts and embed them into their websites. In addition to its primary focus on setlists, Setlist.fm also offers on-air music channels and shows, further engaging its community of music fans. The platform serves as a comprehensive resource for concert-goers and musicians alike, fostering a collaborative environment where users contribute to the collective knowledge of live music performances.
BigChampagne Media Measurement
Acquisition in 2011
BigChampagne Media Measurement specializes in developing technologies that collect, analyze, and distribute media metrics, focusing on the entertainment industry. The company gathers and processes billions of data points related to airplay, sales, streams, downloads, and fan interactions, offering in-depth insights into the relationships between artists and their audiences. Its primary products, Ultimate Chart and UC Pro, are recognized for delivering comprehensive real-time analytics in the music sector. By tracking consumption patterns across social networks and various music platforms, BigChampagne provides valuable information that helps users understand market trends and audience engagement. The company has been acknowledged for its innovation in the industry, with founder Eric Garland receiving notable recognition for his contributions.
Ticketmaster Entertainment
Acquisition in 2009
Ticketmaster Entertainment is a leading ticket distribution company based in Beverly Hills, California, that specializes in providing access to live entertainment. The company facilitates the buying and selling of tickets online for a wide range of events, including concerts, sports, theater, and family activities. Ticketmaster serves various clients, including venues, artists, and promoters, ensuring a streamlined ticketing experience. In addition to its main platform, Ticketmaster also owns TicketWeb, a ticketing service tailored for independent venues, further expanding its reach within the live entertainment industry.
Academy Music Group
Acquisition in 2007
Academy Music Group (AMG) is the UK’s leading owner and operator of nationwide live music and club venues, including London’s iconic theatres, O2 Academy Brixton and O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire and other outstanding sites in regional locations across the UK
House of Blues Entertainment
Acquisition in 2006
The House of Blues grew out of founder Isaac Tigrett's love for the unique American art form known as the "the Blues". Weaned on this music during his early childhood in Tennessee, one of Isaac's goals was to introduce the world to the music of the rural south, including the Blues, Rhythm and Blues, Gospel, Jazz and Roots-based Rock & Roll. The very first House of Blues opened its doors in a converted historical house in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1992 and is home to live music, original folk art, and delta-inspired cuisine. The House of Blues is dedicated to educating and celebrating the history of Southern Culture and African American artistic contributions to music and art.
Concert Productions International
Acquisition in 2006
CPI is a world leader and innovator in full service global touring, having produced some of the largest grossing tours in history, including the Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd and U2. CPI has also successfully created new revenue streams around the tours that it produces, such as VIP ticketing, fan clubs, merchandising and DVDs.
Team Market Group
Series A in 2005
Team Market Group is in the hospitality industry. Their collective, consisting of award-winning restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues, develops, designs, and curates each brand in-house. They manage the listed companies' management as well as their marketing and advertising in order to establish credibility within the brand in the market.
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