The live-entertainment industry in 2025 is defined by its contradictions. Concerts seem to be more popular than ever, yet for every successful run, there’s a growing number of tours being canceled for ...

In 2005, the FTC disallowed Blockbuster’s attempted purchase of Hollywood Entertainment, since the combination would “control” over 50 percent of the home rental market. Movie Gallery was the “winner” ...

On Setlist.fm, users track what songs artists play at concerts (and more). The availability of so much data has changed the ways musicians and fans experience shows. Credit...Photo illustration by ...