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Disputes over Noise Levels from Live Performances

Noise complaints have long been an occupational hazard for venue operators, musicians and concert promoters. The surge in the electronic dance music scene has added to the number of complaints. What might be enjoyable entertainment to one person may sound like a thunderous racket to another.

12 minute read February 28, 2015 at 11:00 PM
By
Jay Stapleton
Disputes over Noise Levels from Live Performances

Noise complaints have long been an occupational hazard for venue operators, musicians and concert promoters. The surge in the electronic dance music scene has added to the number of complaints.

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