(ABCNEWS.GO) — A Christian concert promoter in Portland, Ore., has filed suit against a Christian radio broadcaster and publisher, alleging monopolistic practices that Jesus would definitely not do.
LMG Concerts, the concert promoter, claims in its suit that Salem Communications, which owns and operates about 100 radio stations, including stations in 23 of the top 25 markets, is using “monopoly control” that locks up the market for concerts in that city and many other U.S. metro areas.
LMG Concerts is an independent concert promoter, based in Vancouver, Wash., that has produced concerts for Toby Mac, Steven Curtis Chapman, Third Day, and Michael W. Smith, among other Christian artists.