Industry Overview - The concert industry in China has a well-defined structure involving content production, hardware support, ticketing platforms, venue management, and brand sponsorship [1][2] - The concert industry chain includes upstream content creators, midstream ticketing and venue operators, and downstream economic derivatives such as tourism and merchandise sales [1] Industry Development - The concert market in China has shown a recovery post-pandemic, with ticket revenue reaching 29.636 billion yuan in 2023, a year-on-year increase of 66.53% [7] - In 2024, large-scale concerts are expected to generate over 26 billion yuan in ticket sales, reflecting a 78.1% increase year-on-year [8] - The number of artists hosting large concerts has increased by 29.5% in 2024, with 79.7% of these being tour projects [14] Competitive Landscape - CMCLive is identified as a leading concert organizer in China, with significant artist resources and experience [17] - Major ticketing platforms include Damai, Maoyan Entertainment, and Motianlun, which are commonly used by consumers for ticket purchases [17] - The distribution of concert-related enterprises is concentrated in economically developed regions, with Guangdong having over 50,000 companies [20] Future Trends - The concert industry is expected to continue expanding due to policy support, rising consumer demand, and technological innovation [22] - Digital technology will increasingly integrate into various aspects of concerts, with a focus on quality content creation and industry consolidation [22]