Live Nation Entertainment

Live Nation Entertainment is the largest live entertainment company globally, specializing in concert promotion, venue operations, and ticketing solutions. Formed through the partnership of Live Nation and Ticketmaster in 2010, the company operates in over 45 countries and promotes more than 50,000 events annually, attracting over 145 million fans. Live Nation owns, operates, or has exclusive booking rights to 373 venues worldwide, making it the second-largest operator of music venues. Its ticketing arm, Ticketmaster, is a leading global service, selling over 620 million tickets in 2023. The company also generates revenue through sponsorships and advertising, and it has invested in music festivals such as Lollapalooza and Bonnaroo, enhancing facilities to improve attendee experiences. With a diverse portfolio that includes partnerships and acquisitions of various entertainment entities, Live Nation continues to expand its influence in the live entertainment sector.

Alex Klos

CFO (Asia Pacific)

Past deals in Music

Kingdom of Mind

Seed Round in 2019
Kingdom of Mind is an event project management organization specialized in producing experiences. A first round recipient of Live Nation's Women Nation Fund, Kingdom of Mind is JV with Live Nation.

Spaceland Presents

Acquisition in 2019
Spaceland Presents, an independent club promotion and event company, promotes music concerts in the United States. It offers services for weddings, conferences, screenings, meetings, launches, wrap parties, and more. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Los Angeles, California. As of May 16, 2019, Spaceland Presents operates as a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.

Planet Events

Acquisition in 2019
Planet Events SA, founded in 1999 and based in Madrid, Spain, specializes in promoting national and international artists, particularly in the Latin music genre. The company is involved in the recruitment, production, and promotion of concerts and major musical events. Additionally, it focuses on booking artists, designing production elements, and developing marketing, sponsorship, and communication strategies. Planet Events also organizes and produces special events and award ceremonies, ensuring a comprehensive approach to event management within the music industry. As of early 2019, it operates as a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment.

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.

Mainland Music

Acquisition in 2018
Mainland Music operates as a concert promoter. Mainland Music gathers the experience of Christian Gremelmayr (Abart), Derrick Thomson (Cult), Marc Lambelet (Black Lamb), Martin Schrader and Santosh Aerthott (both from Redda) under one banner. Rock- and pop-fans in Switzerland can count on our passion and hard work, commitment and love for live music. We have just one single goal: to promote good shows!

Red Mountain Entertainment

Acquisition in 2018
Red Mountain Entertainment, LLC is a regional concert and festival promoter based in Birmingham, Alabama, and was established in 2005. As a full-service agency, it specializes in booking and promoting a wide range of events, including concerts and music festivals across the United States, utilizing venues that range from intimate clubs to large arenas and stadiums. The company is known for its involvement in producing notable events like the Sloss Music & Arts Festival, often held in non-traditional locations such as outdoor city centers and parks. Red Mountain Entertainment operates as a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment, enhancing its capabilities and reach within the live entertainment industry.

Frank Productions

Acquisition in 2018
Frank Productions is a full-service concert promotion company that provides world-class services for live entertainment events in every type of venue throughout the United States. The third-generation, family-owned business with headquarters in Madison, Frank Productions has 22 full-time employees and over 100 part-time employees. Frank Productions and its affiliated companies produce hundreds of concerts each year, selling hundreds of thousands of tickets for national artists like Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Muse and Brantley Gilbert, as well as many regional and local artists.

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.

Metropolis Music

Acquisition in 2017
Metropolis Music Limited operates as a concert and event promoters in the United Kingdom. The company promotes and produces various events. It also manages artists. The company was incorporated in 1985 and is based in London, United Kingdom. Metropolis Music Limited operates as a subsidiary of Live Nation Worldwide, Inc.

Bottlerock

Acquisition in 2017
BottleRock Napa Valley, organized by Latitude 38 Entertainment, is a prominent music festival held at the Napa Valley Expo in California. The festival showcases a diverse array of musical performances, featuring both well-known and emerging artists across multiple stages. In addition to music, BottleRock offers a unique culinary experience, bringing together master sommeliers, celebrity chefs, vintners, restaurateurs, and brewers. The event focuses on celebrating the best of music, wine, food, and beer, making it a distinctive cultural gathering in the Napa Valley region.

Secret Sounds Connect

Acquisition in 2016
Secret Sounds Connect is Australia’s leading music rights management agency. We create intuitive, original brand campaigns that harness the power of music and entertainment to spark personal connections, tell stories and build lovable brands.

Sweden Rock Festival

Acquisition in 2016
Sweden Rock Festival AB is a prominent organizer of an annual rock and metal festival held in Blekinge, southern Sweden, attracting visitors from around the globe. Founded in 1992 and based in Sölvesborg, the festival showcases a diverse lineup featuring classic rock, hard rock, metal, blues, and related genres. In addition to the live music experience, the company offers a variety of merchandise, including T-shirts, headphones, caps, guitars, and other accessories, available for purchase online. Sweden Rock Festival AB operates as a subsidiary of Live Nation Sweden AB, further enhancing its reach within the music industry.

AC Entertainment

Acquisition in 2016
AC Entertainment, Inc. creates, produces, books, and markets entertainment events. The company focuses on festivals and concerts, as well as various types of special events ranging from stadium and arena shows to theatre and select club performances; Broadway shows; comedy acts; jazz, classical, dance, and other fine arts presentations; and entertainment for various private and special events. It also provides event management, booking, marketing, and sponsorship services to clients and organizations; and operates historic theaters. In addition, the company offers consultation, guidance, and support for various aspects of an artist’s career, including representation services for artists and entertainers; and venue management services. AC Entertainment, Inc. was founded in 1991 and is based in Knoxville, Tennessee. As of October 31, 2016, AC Entertainment, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.

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.

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.

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 is a leading integrated live music and artist services business, operating throughout the United Kingdom and internationally. Through our network of businesses the company seeks to create, source and manage music and entertainment content which is then distributed through our venues, festivals, tech platforms and publications.

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.

Rexly

Acquisition in 2012
Rexly is a mobile application developer focused on enhancing music discovery and recognition for users. The app, designed for iOS devices, allows users to play music from their iTunes library and share tracks on social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook. Rexly aims to connect users with music that resonates with them, utilizing meaningful data and advanced recommendation techniques while prioritizing user privacy and individuality. The company is committed to continuously improving its services by incorporating new data sources and experimenting with innovative recommendation methods, ultimately striving to create a seamless music discovery experience for its users.

Cream Holdings Ltd.

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 wiki-like service to collect and share setlists. Users can search, add and edit setlists and embed them into websites.

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

Musictoday

Acquisition in 2006
Musictoday is a prominent provider of direct-to-fan e-commerce solutions based in Crozet, Virginia. With over 15 years of experience, the company specializes in creating sales and marketing strategies for a diverse range of clients, including artists, brands, festivals, and merchandisers. Musictoday employs a skilled team of 150 professionals who manage various aspects of the business, including e-commerce, ticketing, and fan club platforms. Their services encompass website design, content management, marketing, product sourcing, and fulfillment, all integrated to offer a comprehensive solution for their clients. The company has collaborated with more than 500 notable figures and brands, enhancing their reach and engagement with fans.

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.
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