# Why Music Platforms Care About Live Music

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**Date:** March 17, 2026 · 10:30 PM  
**Location:** Downright Austin / Capitol Ballroom E  
**Format:** Panel  
**Track:** Music  
**Reviews:** 0

## Speakers

- **Abbie Riley** — Global Business Development Lead
- **Jamie Loeb** — Senior Vice President
- **Fabrice Sergent** — Co-Founder and Managing Partner
- **Ali Rivera** — Head of Live Music & Artist Partnerships

Major music streaming services are focusing more on live music including showcasing concert dates. What’s driving this shift, and what does it mean for artists, promoters, and the broader live music ecosystem?  This panel will delve into the economic and cultural forces shaping the intersection of live and digital music.

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