In this exciting episode of The Live Music Industry Podcast, Matt sits down with Fabrice, the co-founder and managing partner of Bandsintown, to explore how this industry-leading platform is transforming the live music scene. From its early beginnings to becoming a global powerhouse with over 85 million registered users, Bandsintown has revolutionized the way fans discover concerts and how artists connect with their audiences. With a strong focus on innovation, the episode delves into the cutting-edge AI-driven concert recommendations, artist tools for event management, and the evolving future of the live music industry.

Bandsintown’s impact goes beyond just helping fans find live events—it’s empowering artists by providing them with free tools to promote their music, manage their tours, and engage directly with their fanbase. The platform is also playing a key role in the post-pandemic shift in concert attendance, tackling challenges like no-shows and fluctuating demand. Plus, it’s fostering the growth of smaller artists by promoting new talent and ensuring that fans discover music they might not have encountered otherwise.

Whether you’re an artist looking for insights on how to build your career, a fan eager to discover new shows, or a music industry professional seeking to understand the latest trends, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• The Power of AI in Concert Discovery: Discover how Bandsintown uses artificial intelligence to analyze user data from streaming habits and interactions, helping fans find concerts they’ll love and ensuring smaller artists gain visibility.
• Driving Ticket Sales: Learn how Bandsintown helps drive 15 to 20 million ticket purchases each month and the crucial role it plays in concert ticketing and promoting live music events.
• Free Tools for Artists: Understand how Bandsintown empowers artists by offering free, easy-to-use tools for managing their events, engaging with fans, and promoting their music.
• The Importance of Data Ownership for Artists: Fabrice explains why data ownership is vital for artists and how Bandsintown allows them to collect and export fan information for future marketing and engagement.
• The Role of Independent Venues: Explore how independent venues are central to creating diverse and vibrant local music scenes, and how they support the growth of emerging artists.
• Challenges and Opportunities in a Post-COVID World: With live events bouncing back after the pandemic, Bandsintown addresses the new challenges in concert-going behavior, including no-shows and how to match supply with demand.
• The Global Impact of Bandsintown: Learn how the platform’s global reach is connecting fans and artists worldwide, making it easier for artists to build international fanbases and create opportunities for cultural exchange.