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Hits by Bruno Mars, Katy Perry keep publisher on top in Q1.

Artists & Repertoire has changed. But whatever the project-a new duets set from Lionel Richie, exciting newcomers like Elle or Mister Heavenly or a compilation from Rick Ross' new imprint-A&R remains the heart of the business. Its traditions are being tested, but these's still music to be perfected, and professionals are doing it with blood, sweat and tears. And smartphones.

Touring traffic is on the rise, buses are leased, trucks are gassed up (a major investment in itself), and venues are booked. All indications point to a touring business on the rebound. This sampling represents a blend of hot concepts, robust genres, ambitious packages, risky ventures and headline-generating artists. If an artist is listed under a certain venue type, that doesn't mean he or she is playing these venues exclusively. Heck-we had to break it down somehow.

Husband and wife Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi make a musical match as the Tedeschi Trucks Band

Cloud computing has slowly crept from backroom and blog discussion to the forefront of every media executive's mind. Is your business ready for the winds of change?

After releasing a gospel album, Kelly Price is going back to her R&B roots with 'Kelly.'

Inspired by dance music retailer Beatport, Sony's Ariama builds an online sales hub for classical music.

On the 20th anniversary of Lollapalooza, Perry Farrell talks about 'sterilized' amphitheaters, working with William Morris Endeavor and the elements of a successful festival

From college entrepreneur to (briefly) struggling singer/actor to 'Glee' dreamboat, Darren Criss is the newest moneymaking talent for Fox and Columbia's multiplatform smash. Can he become the show's first breakout pop star?