by Jim Small, Arizona Mirror May 23, 2024 Arizona is one of 29 states and the District of Columbia that have signed on to a federal lawsuit against Ticketmaster and its parent company, Live Nation, alleging its practices have hurt consumers and venues by monopolizing the live entertainment industry. “For years, Live Nation’s anti-competitive and monopolistic practices have resulted in Arizonans paying more to see their favorite artists than they otherwise would have,” Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes said in a written statement.