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EPISODE · Aug 26, 2026 · 6 MIN

Omar Afra Launches Live Index Music Analytics Platform

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Industry veteran Omar Afra, renowned for founding Free Press Summer Fest and Day for Night, has officially launched Live Index. This new research and data platform aims to bring much-needed transparency to the complex world of live music economics. Drawing on over twenty years of firsthand experience in independent and corporate event production, Afra developed the platform to address systemic information gaps within the touring and festival landscape. Live Index provides critical analysis on essential industry pillars, including ticket pricing, fan affordability, market consolidation, venue infrastructure, and evolving power structures. By synthesizing public datasets, company filings, and proprietary research, the platform offers a rigorous examination of the factors determining sustainability for artists, promoters, and venues. For industry professionals, Live Index represents a shift toward data-driven decision-making in an increasingly volatile market. By distinguishing between objective metrics and biased industry reporting, the platform empowers stakeholders to better navigate the complexities of fan economics and technological shifts. As the concert business faces ongoing challenges regarding leverage and profitability, this independent publication provides the analytical framework necessary to understand the future of live music infrastructure and the viability of the global touring industry.---📰 Read the full press release🌐 Visit https://liveindex.io

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Industry veteran Omar Afra, renowned for founding Free Press Summer Fest and Day for Night, has officially launched Live Index. This new research and data platform aims to bring much-needed transparency to the complex world of live music economics. Drawing on over twenty years of firsthand experience in independent and corporate event production, Afra developed the platform to address systemic information gaps within the touring and festival landscape. Live Index provides critical analysis o...

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