Independent venues are struggling. Here’s what advocates are doing about it
Independent music venues like The Masquerade, Eddie’s Attic and the 40 Watt Club are vital cultural icons that contribute significantly to local economies, but many are struggling to remain profitable.
Ohio's indie music venues power $3B in economic activity, but most still lose money
Ohio's independent music venues made significant contributions to the state's economy in 2024, but most failed to turn a profit, according to a first-of-its-kind report by the National Independent Venue Association.
Report Shows Ohio Small Venues and Festival Promoters Lose Money While Creating Economic Benefits
Last week, the National Independent Venue Association, founded in the early days of the pandemic when small entertainment venues came together to find ways to survive and advocate for assistance, released an economic impact report called The State of Live on the economic impact of independent venues, festivals, and promoters across the country to their local markets.
Indie venues in Pennsylvania are on the brink
The majority of Pennsylvania's independent music venues are unprofitable even as they pump billions into the state's economy, per a first-of-its-kind report from the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA).
Indie music venues bring billions to Georgia, U.S. economy, report finds
Independent music venues contributed $86 billion to the U.S. economy in 2024, according to a first-of-its-kind report released this week.
Most of Oregon's indie venues are losing money
The majority of Oregon's independent venues are financially in the red, according to a first-of-its-kind report out this month from the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA).
Here's what independent music venues bring to Utah's economy
Independent music venues like Kilby Court and Urban Lounge added $645.6 million to Utah's GDP in 2024, according to a first-of-its-kind analysis released this month.
Live Stage, Local Impact: Why investing in GMA means investing in Greenville
The National Independent Venue Association just released its “State of Live” report detailing the impact of performance venues like Greenville Municipal Auditorium on the local economy.
Report: R.I.’s independent live entertainment industry contributes $138.2M to state GDP
Rhode Island’s independent live entertainment industry contributes $138.2 million to the state’s gross domestic product, according to a report by the National Independent Venue Association.
SD's indie music venues fuel state economy, local artists
California's independent music venues contributed nearly $11 billion to the state's economy in 2024, according to a first-of-its-kind report released this week.
Independent live music venues are struggling
A new report from the National Independent Venue Association shows that independent, live entertainment brings billions in tourism to Florida, but many are still facing struggles.
Indie music venues bring billions to Tennessee, U.S. economy, report finds
Independent music venues contributed $86 billion to the U.S. economy in 2024, according to a first-of-its-kind report released this week.
Independent live music venues are struggling in Florida and beyond, report shows
A new report from the National Independent Venue Association shows that independent, live entertainment brings billions to Florida.
Independent live entertainment generates $138 million for Rhode Island economy, new report finds
National study shows sector supports 2,341 jobs, drives tourism spending despite profitability challenges
Ohio’s independent stages pack $3 billion punch, but only one in five turn profit
On Wednesday, state and local leaders joined music advocates to underline a paradox at the heart of Ohio’s live music scene: Independent venues and festivals are driving billions in economic activity, yet most operate on the thinnest of margins.
New report shows impact, struggles of Ohio's music venues
A new report shows that Ohio’s small music clubs are rocking – for the most part. The National Independent Venue Association’s The State of Live report released Wednesday shows Ohio’s 312 clubs had an economic impact of more than $3 billion last year.
Ohio's independent music and event venues seek lifeline as few were profitable last year
According to a new report from NIVA, dubbed the “State of Live,” it's estimated that a mere 20% of indie music venues, festivals and events businesses in Ohio were profitable in 2024.
Just 1 in 5 Ohio Independent Music Venues Were Profitable Last Year, Report Says
But a new bill heading through the Statehouse, pushed by State Senator Kent Smith, could help change that with rebates on alcohol taxes.