Major Musicians Suddenly Canceling Shows, Sometimes Entire Tours, as Economy Flounders

Government data indicates a potential return to more typical levels of live music event sales following the post-pandemic surge.

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Jennifer Lopez has canceled her 2024 'This Is Me...Live' tour. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP

A series of tour cancellations and changes by prominent musicians has raised questions about whether the post-pandemic boom in live music is beginning to wane as consumer spending fatigue coincides with elevated ticket prices.

Singer Jennifer Lopez announced on Friday that she is canceling her entire 2024 tour, citing a desire to spend more time with her family. Meanwhile, the Black Keys revealed they were scrapping their stadium tour plans in favor of performing at smaller venues.

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