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Independent labels gained global share for the fifth straight year, reaching 30% and challenging the dominance of majors. One of the most telling takeaways from the IMS Business Report 2025, presented live at IMS Ibiza, was the continued rise of independent labels. For the fifth consecutive year, indies grew their global share, now commanding 30% …  

Independent labels now claim 30% of global revenue [IMS Ibiza 2025 Report]

Live music revenues hit new highs in 2024, driven by higher ticket prices and demand for premium experiences. At IMS Ibiza 2025, as the conversation shifted from digital trends to real-world experiences, the IMS Business Report confirmed that live music has entered a new phase. After a massive post-pandemic surge, 2024 saw a return to …  

Live music hit $27 billion in 2024 – with fewer events but higher ticket prices driving the growth [IMS Ibiza 2025 Report]

Lorde has returned with a bold new single, ‘What Was That’, her first major release since 2021. Released earlier than planned due to an overwhelming fan reaction, the track marks the beginning of a fresh chapter in her career. While the original release date was set for April 25, the single arrived a day early, …  

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Live music hit $27 billion in 2024 – with fewer events but higher ticket prices driving the growth [IMS Ibiza 2025 Report]

Live music hit $27 billion in 2024 – with fewer events but higher ticket prices driving the growth [IMS Ibiza 2025 Report]

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