Live Music’s 5 Hottest Trends: What the Fans Want

Live music is booming as fans enjoy their greatest passion now more than ever before. But it’s not just about hearing your favorite artist – it’s about having an experience that will stick with you for years to come. So, what are the top trends shaping the live music landscape right now? Here’s what we’ve heard straight from the fans themselves.
1. The Sound of Summer

of fans say that live music events are often a key part of their most memorable summer experiences.

Fans say attending concerts and festivals is their top summer highlight.
2. Music, Health, and Happiness

of global fans say attending live music events has helped them cope with stress, anxiety, or depression

of global fans feel like a live music event is a safe space for me to be myself
3. The New Cross-Genre Fandom

of fans attended a concert by a new artist or band they had never seen live over the last year.

of fans are more likely to attend a live music event if there is a diverse lineup
4. Unity in Melody

of fans agree that live music events create an opportunity for fans of different backgrounds to interact

of fans say that live music events are more inclusive than other forms of entertainment


5. Our Ever-Evolving Social Media Landscape

of fans wish there was more live music content on social media (83% among Gen Z)!

of fans feel seeing live music content on social media makes them want to attend a show even more.