Michael Rapino

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Michael Rapino, CEO of Live Nation and a visionary in the live entertainment world, shares insights from his journey in the music industry. He discusses the shift to direct-to-consumer ticketing, comparing it to industry disruptors like Netflix. Rapino reveals how the pandemic reshaped consumer behavior towards live events and ticket sales. He also touches on NFTs and their emotional value in music. Finally, he envisions a streaming platform for live music, reminiscent of MTV, while highlighting the challenges and opportunities in reviving live events.

Michael Rapino, CEO and President of Live Nation, discusses decision-making processes, pandemic impact on live shows, global operations, revenue streams, evolving sponsorship in music industry, challenges in concert ticket sales, and the evolution of pricing strategies in the ticketing industry.