Bandsintown

Bandsintown is a dynamic live music discovery platform connecting fans with their favorite artists through personalized concert recommendations and event notifications. Bandsintown operates as a live music discovery platform that connects concert-goers with artists. The company was co-founded by Fabrice Sergent, Janaki Goteti, and Todd Cronin. Its headquarters is located in Boston, US.

In September 2011, Bandsintown was acquired by Cellfish Media. The company has successfully raised a total of USD 0. 020 mn through a SEED funding round, with LaunchBox Digital as the investor. Bandsintown operates as a leading live music discovery platform, primarily focused on connecting concert-goers with their favorite artists through personalized concert recommendations.

The core product offerings include a comprehensive database of upcoming concerts, music festivals, and artists on tour, which cater to the diverse tastes of over 95 million fans globally. The platform serves a wide range of users, including individual concert attendees, music enthusiasts, and industry professionals, by providing tailored event notifications and access to exclusive content, such as fan reviews and concert photos. Bandsintown's reach extends to various geographical markets, including major urban centers like New York City, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and other cities across the United States, as well as select international markets where live music events are prevalent. Bandsintown's revenue model is primarily driven by partnerships and advertising, focusing on transactions between the platform and its users, including both B2C and B2B interactions.

The company facilitates the sale of concert tickets through collaborations with various event promoters and ticketing agencies, benefiting from a commission-based structure on ticket sales. Additionally, Bandsintown generates revenue through targeted advertising, where brands can promote their products and services to a highly engaged audience of music fans. The platform’s strategic focus on both partnerships with artists and venue operators supports its revenue generation activities, enhancing user engagement and ensuring a steady flow of transactions related to live music events. Bandsintown plans to leverage its recent SEED funding round to enhance its platform and expand its offerings.

The company is focused on developing new features aimed at improving user experience and engagement. Additionally, Bandsintown is looking to enter new markets and geographic regions, with specific plans to target cities in Europe and Canada by the end of 2023. The recent funding will support product development and market expansion efforts.