As live music becomes more inaccessible, most fans stay watching through screens

Concert livestreams and concert films are increasingly filling the gap for fans as ticket prices and travel costs make in-person shows harder to access. Artists and platforms are expanding filmed performances, livestream events, and partnerships that bring concerts to homes via streaming services. The article includes examples of large-scale livestreams and notes that concert films and digital events can reach global audiences without venue limits. These formats change the economics of live entertainment, affecting how audiences experience performances and how artists and companies package events.

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Source: NPR (via Ideastream)