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Jury Begins Deliberations in States' Antitrust Case Against Live Nation
Lawsuit alleges concert giant has monopolized live music industry and ticket sales
Apr. 10, 2026 at 9:18pm
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A shattered symbol of the live music industry's ticketing woes as a jury weighs claims of monopolistic practices.Manhattan TodayA jury in Manhattan federal court began deliberations on Friday in an antitrust case brought by 34 states against Live Nation Entertainment, the concert giant that owns Ticketmaster. The states argue that Live Nation and Ticketmaster have monopolized the live music industry and ticket sales, driving up prices for consumers. Live Nation contends it faces significant competition and operates fairly in the booming concert business.
Why it matters
The outcome of this case could have major implications for the live music industry and how tickets are sold to consumers. If the states prevail, it could lead to significant changes in Live Nation's business practices and potentially open up more competition in the concert and ticketing markets.
The details
The five-week trial featured arguments from both sides. The states claim Live Nation controls 86% of the concert market and 73% of the overall live event market when sports are included. Live Nation's lawyers argue the company is simply the biggest and most successful player in a highly competitive industry, and that 'success is not against the antitrust laws.' The Justice Department previously settled with Live Nation, winning concessions related to ticket sales at the company's amphitheaters.
- Jury deliberations began on Friday, April 10, 2026.
- The five-week trial concluded with closing arguments on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
The players
Live Nation Entertainment
A major concert promotion and ticketing company that owns Ticketmaster.
34 States
A coalition of 34 U.S. states that have brought an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment.
U.S. Department of Justice
The federal government agency that previously settled with Live Nation, winning concessions related to ticket sales.
What’s next
The jury will continue deliberating and is expected to reach a verdict in the coming days or weeks.
The takeaway
This high-profile antitrust case against the live music industry's dominant player could reshape the concert and ticketing landscape if the states prevail. The outcome will be closely watched by consumers, artists, and competitors alike.
