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Decibel and Docket

Dave Brooks
Live Nation
Ticketmaster
Stubhub
Live Nation Entertainment
Antitrust Law
AI In Music
AI Piracy
FIFA
Kanye West
Clavicular
Maryland
Rap Lyrics
Pitchfork Music Festival
Ticketfly
Coachella
Kick
Spotify
Breach Of Contract
Antitrust Remedies
Pooh Shiesty

Decibel and Docket is a podcast at the intersection of the music business, live entertainment and the justice system. Hosted by veteran entertainment journalist Dave Brooks and attorney Mike Seville, this weekly podcast examines major legal stories and headlines affecting artists, content creators and the business of culture.

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What happens when an artificial intelligence system is told to complete a task—and decides the easiest path is to break the rules?

In Episode 29 of Decibel & Docket, veteran entertainment journalist Dave Brooks and attorney Michael Seville open with... more

Snitches get stitches but what about deponents?

A new development in the unsolved killing of Los Angeles rapper Drakeo the Ruler raises major questions about the relationship between civil litigation and criminal investigations—and what sworn testim... more

StubHub is facing one of the toughest stretches in its history—and this week, Decibel & Docket breaks down why.

Veteran music business journalist Dave Brooks and entertainment attorney Michael Seville are joined by entrepreneur and activist Randy Ni... more

In this explosive episode of Decibel & Docket, Dave Brooks is joined by ticketing reform advocate Randy Nichols for a deep dive into one of the live entertainment industry’s most contentious battles: the war over ticket resale, speculative listings, ... more

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Randy Nichols
Longtime guest and advocate for ticket reform, involved with MAC and NIVA California
Music Artists Coalition (MAC); NIVA California
Episode: Tsunami of Scandals Engulf Stubhub + California's Fight To Reign in Resale Prices Featuring Randy Nichols (Episode 25)
Emily Stewart
Business Insider staff writer invited to discuss World Cup ticketing fraud
Business Insider
Episode: Rapino in the White House: Did Trump Meeting Hurt Live Nation's Settlement Talks + Ticket Fraud Rising on Stubhub for World Cup Fans
Patrick Ryan
CEO of Eventellect
Eventellect
Episode: Is the Live Nation Settlement CORRUPT AF + Patrick Ryan with Eventellect on What Sports Can Teach Live Music About Ticket Resale
Thomas Cussins
Founder/Representative, Ineffable Music
Ineffable Music
Episode: The Curious Case of Clavicular: How Much Trouble is the Looksmaxxing Influencer In? + Thomas Cussins On How Spotify Could Do More to Stop AI Piracy (Ep17)
Eric Hovenkamp
Legal scholar and educator at Cornell University
Cornell University
Episode: The Case For Breaking Up Live Nation & Ticketmaster, Cornell Lawyer Explains + Coachella's Lawyer Jason Bernstein Talks Practicing Law for AEG (EP 15)
Jason Bernstein
In-house counsel, Senior Vice President and Assistant General Counsel at AEG Presents
AEG Presents
Episode: The Case For Breaking Up Live Nation & Ticketmaster, Cornell Lawyer Explains + Coachella's Lawyer Jason Bernstein Talks Practicing Law for AEG (EP 15)
Scott Friedman
Host and co-founder of the Ticket Talk Network
Ticket Talk Network
Episode: Live Nation Verdict Aftermath w/ Randy Nichols + Bieberchella Hit By Stubhub's Fraudapalooza featuring Scott Friedman (EP14)
Andrew Dreskin
Co-founder of Ticketfly and Ticketweb
Ticketfly, Ticketweb
Episode: BONUS EPISODE: In-depth Q&A with Andrew Dreskin, co-founder of Ticketfly and Ticketweb

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Michael Seville
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The Case For Breaking Up Live Nation & Ticketmaster, Cornell Lawyer Explains + Coachella's Lawyer Jason Bernstein Talks Practicing Law for AEG (EP 15)
Q: Why might a breakup be more plausible here than in other antitrust cases?
Because the merger was relatively recent and behavioral remedies previously imposed failed to curb the conduct, courts become more receptive to structural remedies in merger-created giants, especially when there are clear signs of ongoing anti-competitive leverage between the two business lines.
The Case For Breaking Up Live Nation & Ticketmaster, Cornell Lawyer Explains + Coachella's Lawyer Jason Bernstein Talks Practicing Law for AEG (EP 15)
Q: What could a remedies phase look like if structural relief is pursued?
The remedies phase would involve hearings where plaintiffs propose a set of remedies, including potential divestitures, with the court weighing structural versus behavioral remedies and considering the practical implications for the market and the brand.
BONUS EPISODE: In-depth Q&A with Andrew Dreskin, co-founder of Ticketfly and Ticketweb
Q: What's your stance on the Live Nation–Ticketmaster merger and the broader antitrust discussions around it?
Dreskin expresses a nuanced view, acknowledging complexity and the inconsistent signals from government and politics, while highlighting that many venues still chase safety and reliability, which sometimes undermines the hoped-for vibrancy of a two-sided market.
BONUS EPISODE: In-depth Q&A with Andrew Dreskin, co-founder of Ticketfly and Ticketweb
Q: What do you think about the current state of ticketing in the middle market and the major shifts you've observed?
He notes a mix of activity and inertia, with pockets of innovation (like vertical platforms) but also many imitators; emphasizes the value of truly integrated, white-label software and the strategic importance of targeting high-value segments rather than competing on price alone.
BONUS EPISODE: In-depth Q&A with Andrew Dreskin, co-founder of Ticketfly and Ticketweb
Q: Can you give us an idea of what you've been up to lately and how your focus has shifted since Ticketfly?
After stepping back, Dreskin describes advising and mentoring young live-events companies, exploring opportunities that leverage his experience without simply starting another ticketing company, and investing time in projects that bring real innovation to the space.

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What is Decibel and Docket about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, policy-forward look at the business of live entertainment, with a focus on ticketing marketplaces, antitrust regulatory action, and the evolving legal frameworks shaping artists, venues, and fans. Across episodes, conversations frequently center on Live Nation/Ticketmaster dynamics, arbitration and litigation, governance and fiduciary concerns in marketplaces, and consumer-facing issues like World Cup ticket fraud and resale regulation. The show often blends rigorous legal analysis with industry storytelling, insider perspectives, and practical guidance for anyone involved in the live events ecosystem. A notable strength is bringing together lawyers, industry executives, journalists, and policy advocates to explore how regulation, ... more

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