Streaming won’t make up for the revenue lost by the lack of live gigs.
Although the COVID pandemic and the resulting change in consumer’s habits has driven streaming growth through the roof, any bump in artist income pales in comparison to the catastrophic loss. Continue reading
Where are the SVOD grants to #SaveOurStages? Texas Music Office leads the charge
While venues across America were relieved at the passage of the $15 billion Save Our Stages legislation became law last December, many venues are still waiting to see any of. Continue reading
What to do while you’re waiting for touring to return
While the industry’s collective fingers are all crossed for the return of safe, in-person live music at some point during 2021, it’s clear that artists still have a ways to. Continue reading
In appreciation of The Cure and the fan art of Lin Moon
In the wake of rumors of new music from the group possibly coming together again, the Song Sommelier reflects on their late-blooming appreciation for The Cure, and for the fan. Continue reading
4 things in music that have been unchanged by the pandemic
The pandemic has certainly upended much in the music industry – as well as our personal lives – but in spite of the instability we’re all experiencing, a few things. Continue reading
Dolly Parton calls for support of indie live music venues
Dolly Parton has called on her fans to support America’s independent live music venues as they try to weather the extended shutdown of the coronavirus pandemic. As part of the. Continue reading
COVID-Proofing Your Venue
While anything resembling a normal live show is still a distant pin-prick on the horizon, the information and science we have gathered surrounding the coronavirus means that, with proper precaution,. Continue reading
Dr. Fauci Hopeful Concerts Will Return By Fall
Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy And Infectious Diseases said he thinks concerts may be able to return to scale by the fall of 2021. Dr.. Continue reading
Maintaining Your Tour Van (Even During A Pandemic)
For the time being, all in person live shows remain a far off dream, but once live shows come roaring back, pent up demand will have you out on the. Continue reading
2021 Live Music Business Predictions
No one really predicted last year to be so devastating for live music, but with 2020 firmly in the rearview, we’re taking some educated guesses at what the next year. Continue reading
