Online live concert database BandsInTown announced first-of-its-kind subscription service created to bring live streaming experiences to the homes of fans. Subscribers are entitled to perks like chat sessions with artists and access to footage of concerts highly sought-after on other platforms. For $9.99 per month fans get an “All Access Pass” to over 25 live shows per month. Fans can also take comfort in knowing their money will directly benefit the artists they love. An inaugural lineup featuring names like Flying Lotus, Toro y Moi, Little Dragon and more.

New technologies have made planning and booking a tour easier than ever, as well made it quite simple for fans to find out about tours. Latest edition of radio & podcast show The Future of What was about these new technologies: BandsInTown - a website listing shows; RoadNation - a platform where band can generate revenue in advance of their tour, and identify where to play by giving fans the power to choose the cities; Parlour Gigs - brings artists fo their fans' homes; Show4Me - allows fans to interact with artists in a sort of social media fan club.