The State of Live Music Venues in 2024

Post-pandemic, venues face rising costs and competition. Here's the data on venue closures, challenges, and what's working.

Published: December 12, 2024

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Post-pandemic, venues face rising costs and competition. Here's the data on venue closures, challenges, and what's working.

Practical steps for venues, artists, and fans to strengthen their local live music ecosystem.

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