Music Business News: South America
News The deal, which takes effect January 1, 2027, brings together Live Nation with Argentine promoters DF Entertainment and Dale Play Live. News The industry veteran will oversee WCM’s operations in one of Latin America’s most influential music markets. News Gilberto Gil is described as one 'of the most important and influential figures in not just music but Brazilian culture' Analysis News Forty-four percent of music listeners in the US say they're less likely to be interested in a song if they know it's AI-generated, Luminate reports News The deal further reinforces Live Nation's 'long-term commitment to building live entertainment across Latin America' News The last four new names from Vevo’s annual DSCVR Artists to Watch list News Live Nation's expansion into Latin America's live music markets continues apace News The agreement continues a relationship that began in 2020 between the Universal Music Group-owned music distributor and the São Paulo-based label.