Decibel and Docket is a podcast that explores the intersection of the music business, live entertainment, and the justice system. Hosted by veteran entertainment business reporter Dave Brooks and attorney Michael Seville, this weekly podcast delves into major legal issues in music, ticketing and antitrust, all while examining the legal storylines that impact artists, content creators, and the broader business of culture.
Ep. 7 | Investigating the Missing Live Nation Legal Report
Feb 27, 2026
Ep. 6 | Randy Nichols Talks About Meeting With Top DOJ Brass, Understanding Recent Ruling in Antitrust Case
Feb 20, 2026
Breaking News: Durbin Talks Slater Exit Amid Live Nation Case
Feb 13, 2026
Live Nation Close To Settling Antitrust Case? Plus Chaos At The Wasserman Agency Following The Epstein Scandal And Kat Leon From Holy Wars Talks Touring As An Indie Artist
Feb 12, 2026
Episode 4: The Plan to Scam Jeffrey Epstein + Drake Appeals "Not Like Us" + NIVA's fight for Milwaukee's Indie Venues
Feb 6, 2026
Decibel & Docket, Episode 3: "We're All Smoking the Same Dope" Breaking Down Kid Rock's Wild Senate Hearing on Ticketmaster, Live Nation and Ticket Scalping
Jan 31, 2026
Decibel & Docket, Episode 2: AXS vs High Tech Scalpers and AI app UDIO Settles with Merlin