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Lady Gaga has once again established herself as a dominant force in the music world, leading the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards nominations with an impressive total of 12 nods. This marks the third time in her career that the pop superstar has topped the nominations list, underscoring her continued relevance and influence in the industry. Gaga’s latest album, Mayhem, has been widely recognized, receiving nominations in some of the most prestigious categories of the awards show, including Video of the Year, Artist of the Year, and Best Album. These nominations reflect both the commercial success and the critical acclaim…
Rob Thomas has officially launched his All Night Days Tour, a 25-city solo journey across the United States in support of his upcoming album titled All Night Days, which is scheduled for release on September 5, 2025. The tour began on August 1 in Atlanta, Georgia, at the Synovus Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park and will wrap up on September 6 at the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles, California. This tour represents a major milestone in Thomas’s career, not only promoting his sixth solo studio album but also marking a new chapter under Universal Records after more than two decades…
The summer of 2025 has marked a defining moment for the global live music industry, with analysts reporting a strong resurgence in attendance, revenue, and international reach. After several years of post-pandemic uncertainty and fluctuating market conditions, the live music sector has staged an emphatic comeback, fueled by an enthusiastic fan base and a more immersive, diversified concert experience. Industry observers note that this revival is not limited to major markets like North America and Europe, but has extended into rapidly growing regions such as Latin America and Asia, reshaping the contours of global music touring. Data gathered from major…
On August 3, 2025, Sabrina Carpenter delivered a defining moment in her career when she headlined Lollapalooza in Chicago, cementing her status as one of pop music’s most prominent and promising figures. Once best known for her 2022 breakout album emails i can’t send, Carpenter took the stage at the iconic T-Mobile platform not just as a chart-topping singer, but as a fully evolved performer and storyteller, blending nostalgia, innovation, and irresistible charisma into a show that spoke to a wide range of fans. Her set opened with a rush of energy, rolling through recent hits like “Good Graces” and…
On August 4, Empire Records announced an ambitious proposal to transform the rooftop of its new headquarters at the One Montgomery building into a public concert venue, aiming to reinvigorate downtown San Francisco’s cultural and economic life. The plan, if approved, would introduce live music performances, artist showcases, and curated events to the heart of the city, embracing the movement of creative placemaking as a tool for urban renewal. In doing so, Empire Records hopes to breathe fresh energy into a district long defined by finance and commerce, now increasingly marked by vacancies and post-pandemic decline. The One Montgomery building,…
Dead & Company delivered a soaring, emotionally charged performance on August 3, 2025, in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park, marking the conclusion of the Grateful Dead’s 60th anniversary celebration—and quite possibly the band’s final show together. Under clear skies, tens of thousands of fans filled the Polo Field for the sold-out final night of the three‑day event. With rotating guest artists including Billy Strings, Sturgill Simpson performing as Johnny Blue Skies, and the Trey Anastasio Band, each night featured unique setlists and musical surprises. Sunday’s first set opened with a driving cover of Sam Cooke’s “Good Times,” followed by a…
In a time when nearly any song is available at the tap of a screen, live music continues to prove its irreplaceable value. This truth was reinforced on August 3, 2025, when the cultural vibrancy of live performance was on full display. Dead & Company concluded their historic three-night stand in San Francisco with what may be their final bow, while rapper-singer Doechii took the Lollapalooza stage in Chicago to announce her first headlining tour. These events didn’t just showcase artistry—they reminded audiences why live music remains a vital, deeply human experience in the face of increasingly digitized consumption. Concerts…
As Lollapalooza 2025 kicked off on July 31 and runs through August 3 at Chicago’s Grant Park, fans have been treated to a genre-blurring array of performances. The festival, continuing through today, August 3, features more than 170 acts across eight stages and attracts hundreds of thousands of music lovers from around the world. The opening night on Thursday saw a high-energy start with performances by Tyler, The Creator and Luke Combs. In a historic move, Combs became the first country music artist to close out a day at Lollapalooza. Friday brought Olivia Rodrigo’s festival debut alongside legendary rock band Korn. Rodrigo delivered…
On August 2, 2025, Olivia Rodrigo surprised fans with a rare double appearance in Chicago—first commanding the main stage at Lollapalooza in Grant Park, then later showing up at Wrigley Field to cheer on the Chicago Cubs. Her seamless transition from music icon to enthusiastic sports spectator drew wide attention and praise online. That afternoon at Grant Park, Rodrigo delivered a high-energy set as a headlining act at Lollapalooza. Known for her emotive vocals and raw performance style, she treated the crowd to signature tracks such as “Guts” and “Drivers License.” Her set showcased both her musical range and her undeniable…
The launch of Dead & Company’s residency at San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park on August 1, 2025 marks a defining moment in the recovery of live music as a cultural and economic powerhouse. Twenty-five thousand Deadheads each night in a sold-out Polo Field underscored a public hunger for immersive, large-scale musical events. Cities across the U.S. are now betting on major residencies and destination concerts to reenergize tourism and local economies in the wake of post-pandemic rebirth. Streaming platforms like nugs.net have become vital to the economics of live music in this era, ensuring that sold-out shows reach audiences globally.…