The Rise of Stand-Up Comedy Specials on Streaming Platforms

Matt is joined by Andrew Wallenstein, Variety Intelligence’s chief media analyst, to discuss live concerts' hot streak and the post-pandemic rise of the experience economy, as well as historic ticket prices, the lengths fans are going to to see their favorite artists, what this means for the future of live music, and more. Matt finishes the show with a prediction about stand-up comedy on streaming.

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To sample the study mentioned in today's interview, visit Variety.com/livemusic.

Host: Matt Belloni

Guest: Andrew Wallenstein

Producers: Craig Horlbeck and Jessie Lopez

Theme Song: Devon Renaldo

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