[Posted 08.10.2025 / Source BETTER LIVE]
PUBLICATION FEBRUARY 2025 | RESEARCH & WRITING BY CÉCILE MOROUX
The study commissioned by Live DMA in 2024 highlights the pressing challenges faced by small and medium-sized live music venues in European cities. These venues play a vital role in supporting cultural diversity, fostering emerging talent, and strengthening local communities. However, they are increasingly threatened by gentrification, economic instability, shifting audience behavior, and inadequate public support. Drawing on insights from 16 venues and stakeholders across Europe, the study outlines the complex pressures reshaping the live music landscape and explores potential strategies for adaptation.
