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LiveOne, Inc. (NASDAQ: LVO) is a leading, creator-first music, entertainment, and technology platform, headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Formerly known as LiveXLive Media, Inc., the company is dedicated to delivering premium live music experiences and music-related video content to audiences worldwide. With subsidiaries like Slacker Radio and PodcastOne, LiveOne has established itself as a pioneer in the live streaming and audio content industry.
Since its inception in 2015, LiveOne has streamed performances from over 200 of the world’s biggest artists at renowned festivals such as Rock in Rio and the Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival. The platform offers a diverse range of content, including live streamed concerts, on-demand music videos, original shows, artist exclusives, and in-depth industry interviews.
The company operates through two primary segments: Audio and Media. The Audio segment, which includes Slacker Radio, is a significant revenue driver, offering personalized radio and curated stations. In addition, LiveOne's recent initiatives include the launch of Drumify 3.0, a subscription model designed to convert a large portion of its user base into recurring subscribers, enhancing customer lifetime value and overall revenue.
LiveOne has formed strategic partnerships to expand its reach and diversify its revenue streams. Notably, its decade-long collaboration with Tesla has resulted in substantial growth, with Tesla members increasing by 33% year over year. The company continues to focus on developing new B2B relationships to enhance its financial stability.
Financially, LiveOne has projected strong growth, with expectations of exceeding 1 million members by 2024 and significant increases in revenue from various segments. The company's innovative approach has earned it multiple awards, including the Best Live Moment award by Digiday for the
LiveOne (Nasdaq: LVO) announced a major consolidation plan aiming for over $14 million in annual cost savings. They plan to spin out their PPV business, PPVOne, with an equity distribution to stockholders expected by March 31, 2022. However, the company cancelled the Spring Awakening Excursions: Cancun Awakening festival and postponed another event due to COVID-19 concerns. Updated revenue guidance for Fiscal 2022 is set between $110 million - $112 million, while Fiscal 2023 is projected between $120 million - $140 million.
LiveOne, a subsidiary of LiveOne (LVO), has partnered with Super League Gaming (SLGG) to create immersive metaverse experiences linked to music and entertainment events. This collaboration aims to offer fans unique opportunities to enjoy live music within popular metaverse platforms like Roblox and Minecraft, featuring virtual goods, NFTs, and interactive activities. Beginning in 2022, events such as the Spring Awakening Music Festival will be showcased, enhancing the digital reach for both companies in the creator economy.
LiveOne (Nasdaq: LVO) announced the appointment of Aaron Sullivan as Interim Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Sullivan steps in for Michael Quartieri, who is leaving to join Dave & Buster's Entertainment (Nasdaq: PLAY) on December 31, 2021. CEO Robert Ellin emphasized Sullivan's significant contributions to the company and expressed confidence in his ability to maintain financial continuity during the transition. LiveOne continues to focus on enhancing its finance function and leveraging its platform in music and entertainment.
LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO) has announced the exclusive pay-per-view livestream of the new MONSTA X documentary, MONSTA X: The Dreaming, premiering on December 22, 2021. This film features exclusive interviews with the six-member band and highlights their six-year journey, including performances of their hits. Tickets start at $19.99, with rewatch options at $29.99. The documentary aims to inspire audiences, emphasizing dedication and hard work. LiveOne continues to strengthen its subscription platform for music and entertainment content.
LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO) announced on December 14, 2021, that it has secured ongoing contracts with popular podcasts, LADYGANG, Gals on the Go, and Rob Has a Podcast. These shows have garnered significant success, with LADYGANG achieving over 100 million downloads since 2015 and winning various awards. The partnerships with these podcasts aim to enhance brand collaborations and listener engagement, indicating a strong, engaged audience and a commitment to quality content production. The relationships are rooted in shared goals and teamwork, creating a platform for creative growth.
On December 9, 2021, PodcastOne, a subsidiary of LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO), was recognized as one of the Top Podcast Publishers by Podtrac, ranking #12 among the top 15 publishers. PodcastOne attributed this success to its popular shows like Off The Vine and The Adam Carolla Show, as well as acquiring high-performing content like Baby Mamas No Drama. The company aims to improve its ranking further in 2022. PodcastOne boasts over 2.48 billion downloads annually and delivers 300+ episodes weekly.
LiveOne (Nasdaq: LVO) announced comedian Fortune Feimster as the host for the 2021 Breakout Awards, taking place on December 8, 2021 in Los Angeles. The awards will honor Britney Spears and the #FreeBritney Movement with the Breakout of the Year award. The ceremony will blend comedy and live performances and will be livestreamed exclusively on LiveXLive on December 19, 2021 at 8:00 PM ET. Categories include Breakout Of The Year and Meme Supreme. In 2020, the Lockdown Awards garnered 300 million social impressions.
LiveOne (Nasdaq: LVO) has launched its LiveXLive app on Google's Android Automotive platform, allowing users to access over 30 million songs and 235 podcasts/vodcasts directly from their vehicles. This initiative aims to enhance in-car entertainment without needing mobile devices, providing a seamless user experience. The app supports automakers like Ford and Volvo, tapping into a growing market of connected vehicles. LiveOne's offerings include original content and livestreams from major events, reflecting its strategy to expand digital media services.
LiveOne (Nasdaq: LVO) has successfully acquired Palm Beach Records, enhancing its global platform for music and podcasting. This acquisition is designed to be immediately accretive to earnings and strengthen the balance sheet. Palm Beach Records, founded by Christian Ocampo, is known for its management of top hip-hop talent including Kodak Black and Lil Boosie. LiveOne plans to expand its music operations and launch a full-service podcast studio, positioning itself to sign new talent and deepen its South Florida market presence.
LiveOne (Nasdaq: LVO) announces the livestream of the THUNDERGONG! benefit concert hosted by Jason Sudeikis on November 20, 2021, at 8 PM ET. This hybrid event will feature performances from notable artists like Counting Crows and Sammy Hagar, aiming to assist uninsured amputees through the Steps of Faith Foundation. CEO Rob Ellin expresses excitement about partnering again with Sudeikis for this initiative, which combines music and comedy to raise awareness and funds for prosthetic care.
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