@Tae156 my hometown was full of fantastic small venues and a vibrant local music scene. Over time, the venues closed one by one, the music quieted and these days those artists that still play are greyed. Their music changed from the vibrancy of youth to that of sages filled with experience. Unfortunately, no one took their youthful place when they vacated. The musical culture that thrived is clinging on, barely. Hopefully, a revival is coming. 🤞🏻
@GQB it is a double problem, which in a way is why I was glad ( as an old person) to duck out. Lots of venues across the UK opened in 80s & 90s on a shoestring budget, and run by the same people all those years. Whereas, as always, younger people have different ideas. Who was I to steer their tastes and ideas? However the lack of financial support is sad, some money will help the spaces survive for the future, but the music within them may change...
@Tae156 music does change heck my personal tastes have changed since I was young. But yes, preserving the venues is impotent bc without then where will any music thrive? It's a great initiative and hopefully one that will catch on.
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