When it comes to seeing your favourite band play live in your city, many people would find it the most exiting and memorable experience.
In the article ‘U2 Internet concert a peek at the future’ taken from The Advertiser, October 21, written by Sam Kelton, discusses how the popular group U2 will be the first band to stream an entire concert through Youtube. This, according to Kelton will pave the way for other acts to reach a wider fan based through the Internet than they were ever able to do before. Through streaming, the concert will be available on the Internet in 16 countries and will undoubtedly be breaking new ground in the media, entertainment and music industries alike.
A major reason beside the publicity this concert will bring. The music industry has noted that these are tough time and many fans struggle to afford the costs of seeing many of their favourite concerts. This method and visual aid can help increase the public appeal of a band but without effect some fans financially.
In the article ‘U2 Internet concert a peek at the future’ taken from The Advertiser, October 21, written by Sam Kelton, discusses how the popular group U2 will be the first band to stream an entire concert through Youtube. This, according to Kelton will pave the way for other acts to reach a wider fan based through the Internet than they were ever able to do before. Through streaming, the concert will be available on the Internet in 16 countries and will undoubtedly be breaking new ground in the media, entertainment and music industries alike.
A major reason beside the publicity this concert will bring. The music industry has noted that these are tough time and many fans struggle to afford the costs of seeing many of their favourite concerts. This method and visual aid can help increase the public appeal of a band but without effect some fans financially.
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