Music expert Alan Cross on concert ticket sales

Global Business

Sam Hunt, left, and Carrie Underwood perform at the 58th annual Grammy Awards on Monday, Feb. 15, 2016, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision/AP)

Album sales are a sign of an artist’s popularity, but the road is where they make their money.

Last year’s highest grossing tour was Taylor Swift, raking in 250 million dollars worldwide.
For more on the music industry’s business model, CCTV America’s Rachelle Akuffo spoke to music industry analyst Alan Cross. He is an internationally known broadcaster, interviewer, writer, consultant, blogger and speaker.

Music expert Alan Cross on concert ticket sales

Album sales are a sign of an artist's popularity, but the road is where they make their money.Last year's highest grossing tour was Taylor Swift, raking in 250 million dollars worldwide. For more on the music industry's business model, CCTV America's Rachelle Akuffo spoke to music industry analyst Alan Cross. He is an internationally known broadcaster, interviewer, writer, consultant, blogger and speaker.