A new survey carried out by Pirate Studios has laid bare the stark realities of life as a touring musician. The company, which runs a...
cost of living crisis
The Pirate Studios cost-of-touring study also suggests many artists may decide to stop touring after making a loss
The UK festival landscape is in crisis, with over 40 events cancelled ahead of this year’s season according to recent figures from the Association of Independent Festivals. Amidst the insurmountable rise in the price of production, and the ongoing cost of living crisis, how are organisers and punters feeling about the current situation? What has caused it? And what solutions are being considered that will help us save the sector?
The High Court will now decide if a notice to vacate given to management and creative tenants breaks the law and infringes on Human Rights
More events could disappear this year than at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic
The 11th edition of the festival was set to take place later this month
Taking place every Thursday, the series will platform local artists alongside acts across Europe
Intimate parties with low cost tickets for "bocats on a budget"
"The reality is that live music at grassroots level is no longer economically viable"
Higher rent was cited as a primary factor for those aged between 25 and 34 years old, according to Rekom UK
The online retailer and distributor's owner cited the Covid-19 pandemic, Brexit and the cost-of-living crisis as reasons for the impending closure
The Ticket Bank will make about 1,000 tickets per week to London venues, like the Roundhouse and Barbican, available to people who cannot afford them in the ongoing cost of living crisis
More than 90% are unable to afford equipment, while vast majority also find post-Brexit touring a major obstacle
Music Venue Trust, the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA), UK Music, and LIVE are among the bodies lobbying for more action from government to support the sector
The platform launched in 2020, and hosted Love Saves The Day, Conducta, Addison Groove, LCY, DJ Die and We Out Here, among others
The UK promoters point to six key findings relating to people's clubbing habits in 2022
"As independent promoters, we are also feeling the impact of these economic challenges but believe that ensuring our audience can still come together and celebrate the music we are passionate about is crucial"