One Night Live and the Future of Independent Live Music
When: Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 10:00 AM 11:30 AM
Where: Zoom Livestream
In a time when touring costs soar and small venues struggle to stay afloat, three music industry nonprofits have created a new model to address these challenges.
On May 20 at 1PM ET / 10 AM PT, join Cat Henry (Executive Director, Live Music Society and Spotlight On alum), Liza Levy (President, Salt Lick Incubator), and Tom DeGeorge (COO, D-TOUR) for a critical discussion about the state of independent live music and their collaborative solution.
The livestream will address pressing questions facing the industry:
– Why has touring become financially prohibitive for rising artists?
– What happens when small venues can’t afford to take chances on new talent?
– How can collaboration between organizations create sustainable models?
As Cat Henry warns, without support “we risk losing a platform for a generation of promising talent.” This conversation comes at a crucial moment when stories of tour cancellations and venue closures have become commonplace.
This discussion brings together leaders from three organizations working to change the music ecosystem:
– Live Music Society has provided over $4 million in grants to 180 small venues since 2020
– D-TOUR connects independent venues and promoters to create touring opportunities for emerging artists
– Salt Lick Incubator helps independent artists build sustainable careers through mentorship and resources
This livestream conversation offers insight into not just the current challenges facing independent music venues and rising artists, but concrete solutions being implemented right now.