Live Music and the Economy

Description: This quiz tests your knowledge on the economic impact of live music.
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What is the estimated annual economic impact of live music in the United States?

  1. $10 billion

  2. $20 billion

  3. $30 billion

  4. $40 billion


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to the American Music Association, the live music industry generated an estimated $20 billion in annual economic impact in the United States in 2019.

How many jobs does the live music industry support in the United States?

  1. 100,000

  2. 200,000

  3. 300,000

  4. 400,000


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The American Music Association estimates that the live music industry supports over 200,000 jobs in the United States, including musicians, crew members, venue operators, and promoters.

What is the average annual salary of a musician in the United States?

  1. $30,000

  2. $40,000

  3. $50,000

  4. $60,000


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for musicians in the United States was $40,000 in May 2020.

What is the most popular genre of live music in the United States?

  1. Rock

  2. Pop

  3. Country

  4. Hip-hop


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

According to Pollstar, country music was the most popular genre of live music in the United States in 2019, accounting for over 20% of all concert ticket sales.

What is the largest live music venue in the United States?

  1. Madison Square Garden

  2. Staples Center

  3. AT&T Stadium

  4. MetLife Stadium


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, is the largest live music venue in the United States, with a capacity of over 100,000 people.

What is the most expensive live music ticket ever sold?

  1. $10,000

  2. $20,000

  3. $30,000

  4. $40,000


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The most expensive live music ticket ever sold was for a Bruce Springsteen concert at the Hard Rock Cafe in New York City in 2012. The ticket sold for $40,000.

What is the longest-running live music festival in the United States?

  1. Newport Folk Festival

  2. Lollapalooza

  3. Coachella

  4. Bonnaroo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Newport Folk Festival is the longest-running live music festival in the United States, having been held annually since 1959.

What is the most popular live music streaming service in the United States?

  1. Spotify

  2. Apple Music

  3. YouTube Music

  4. Pandora


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Spotify is the most popular live music streaming service in the United States, with over 100 million monthly active users.

What is the average price of a live music ticket in the United States?

  1. $50

  2. $75

  3. $100

  4. $125


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to Pollstar, the average price of a live music ticket in the United States was $75 in 2019.

What is the most popular day of the week for live music concerts?

  1. Friday

  2. Saturday

  3. Sunday

  4. Monday


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Saturday is the most popular day of the week for live music concerts, with over 60% of all concerts taking place on that day.

What is the most popular time of year for live music concerts?

  1. Summer

  2. Spring

  3. Fall

  4. Winter


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Summer is the most popular time of year for live music concerts, with over 70% of all concerts taking place between June and August.

What is the most popular city for live music concerts in the United States?

  1. New York City

  2. Los Angeles

  3. Chicago

  4. Nashville


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

New York City is the most popular city for live music concerts in the United States, with over 1,000 concerts taking place in the city each year.

What is the most popular venue for live music concerts in the United States?

  1. Madison Square Garden

  2. Staples Center

  3. AT&T Stadium

  4. MetLife Stadium


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Madison Square Garden is the most popular venue for live music concerts in the United States, with over 200 concerts taking place in the venue each year.

What is the most popular artist for live music concerts in the United States?

  1. Taylor Swift

  2. Ed Sheeran

  3. BTS

  4. Ariana Grande


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Taylor Swift is the most popular artist for live music concerts in the United States, with over 2 million tickets sold for her concerts in 2019.

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