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Ticketmaster to remove exclusivity clauses from contracts with venues after agreement with regulator
Ticketmaster denied breaching competition law arising from the CCPC’s investigation but has agreed to a number of measures.
Ban on alcohol at gigs under consideration in a bid to allow music events resume
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly and Minister for Arts Catherine Martin are meeting artists today.
Music venues take cautiously optimistic approach as live gigs return with social distancing
As music venues slowly begin to host live gigs again, they face a series of financial and logistical challenges.
Poll: Would you go to a socially-distanced concert?
Images of a socially-distanced concert in England were widely shared during the week.
US Ticketmaster changes refund policy for rescheduled events - but Ireland hasn't followed suit
Refunds are no longer allowed for rescheduled gigs in the USA.
Extra trains running this weekend for Bon Jovi and Noel Gallagher concerts
Additional security and Garda resources will be in operation on Irish Rail trains over the weekend.
Fast-tracked: Ticket touting law to ban above-face-value resales to come before the Dáil next week
The proposed legislation would ban the above-face-value resale of tickets for sporting and entertainment events.
7 gigs on throughout January that you can still get tickets for
Looking to escape the January blues?
Ticket touting: New law to ban above-face value resales approved by Cabinet
It would also prohibit the use of bot software to purchase tickets.
'It was literally a dump': The stories behind 3 of Ireland's unlikeliest music venues
A quarry, a church, and a barbershop? Yep, some of the best places to catch live music around the country.
Aiken Promotions will apply for Croke Park gig to take place on 17 May
It would join two Taylor Swift gigs on 15 and 16 June and Michael Bublé on 7 July.
An actual child played a sold out gig in Vicar Street last night and he will make you feel 100 years old
Meet Jacob Sartorius – tween heartthrob and Justin Bieber wannabe.
The consumer watchdog will probe 'suspected anti-competitive conduct' in the ticket industry
The CCPC has launched a full investigation into the sector.
8 great ways to get some culture in Dublin this week
Whether you’re here year-round or just up for a few days, there’s always something to do.
32 gigs in 32 counties: Dad sets out to raise money for son's cerebral palsy equipment
Jarrah Folkman was born with several disabilities, and his needs are becoming more pronounced as he gets older.
South Dublin residents complain about concert-goers 'urinating at will all over the place'
A number of objections to alcohol sales at Dublin summer concerts were rejected.
Dozens of fans at the infamous Swedish House Mafia gig are suing for damages
A number of fans were attacked and stabbed at the 2012 concert.
There was mayhem in Ireland this morning over Justin Bieber tickets
The Beliebers were out in force.
"Curb your expectations and just run with it" - Joseph Panama from Overhead, The Albatross on Irish festivals
We chatted to the bassist from the six-piece, who you can catch at festivals all summer.
Your handy one-stop Irish gig guide for August
All the gigs going on around the country this month.
It's going to be difficult to get a picture with Ed Sheeran this weekend
Selfie sticks have been banned from his two Croke Park concerts.
The Burning Question: Is it ok to wear the t-shirt of the band you're going to see?
Let TheJournal.ie distract you from the ‘serious’ news with one of life’s REAL dilemmas. (*not really)
Here's some happy news if you had tickets for the cancelled Killarney Festival
A host of acts that were scheduled to perform are going to go ahead and play anyway.
Here's how we're going to avoid another Garth Brooks 'fiasco'
New rules are going to take effect from October.
Open thread: What's the best gig you've ever seen in Ireland?
The people need to know…
7 of Ireland's most weird and wonderful festivals
Proof that really IS something for everyone.
"A girl told me mid-song that I was ruining her night" - quickfire Q&A with Tandem Felix
David Tapley chats to us about his best gig experience, writing songs and pyjamas.
Here's what the panic for Ed Sheeran tickets was like around Ireland
Some fans have been queuing since 7am YESTERDAY.
6 spine tingling Irish Springsteen experiences to get you in the mood
Can’t we all be Courtney Cox?
The 8 emotional stages of failing to secure tickets to Ed Sheeran's Whelan's gig
GOT NO EMAIL, LIFE IS MEANINGLESS.
Gardaí received close to €5million for policing private events this year
The figure has increased since 2012.
Christy Moore cancels another gig due to severe lung infection
The musician has postponed his Castlebar concert.
Christy Moore cancels second round of Christmas concerts due to lung infection
Moore has cancelled four December dates.
The 12 most hysterical reactions to Taylor Swift's Dublin gig announcement
They are NOT OKAY.
People are already queuing outside Stephen's Green for One Direction tickets
Just living while they’re young.
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