This research report delves into key data trends in the music industry.

Conducted by Music Tomorrow in partnership with APEM (Association des professionnels de l'édition musicale) in April 2024, this comparative study analyzes how Spotify's recommendation system treats French-language repertoire in France and Canada (Québec). It aims to establish measurable indicators for algorithmic positioning and visibility to inform cultural policy and public decision-making.

Data analytics are now integrated into most music workflows, with thousands of professionals grounding their day-to-day and strategic decisions in data-driven insights.

The current research paper aims at uncovering a comprehensive list of live shows attendance factors by summarizing the previous academic works at the intersection of live music industry, consumer behavior, psychology and marketing.