{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"BONUS EPISODE: The State of Live Music in 2025: Especially for Smaller Venues","description":"\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f BONUS EPISODE: Why Small Venues Are Struggling in 2024 (And What\u2019s Coming Next) The live music industry is in a major transition. In this bonus episode, we break down why smaller venues and developing artists are facing serious challenges in 2024\u2014and why there\u2019s still hope on the horizon. If you\u2019re a venue owner, promoter, artist, or industry pro, this is a must-listen. We cover:   The slowdown in ticket sales for venues under 2,000 capacity   Why A-list tours are booming while clubs are closing   The impact of rising artist fees, interest rates, and production costs   How declining alcohol sales from Gen Z and Millennials are affecting the bottom line   Why historic venues like Rockwood Music Hall are shutting down   What\u2019s happening to festivals\u2014and why 170+ were canceled this year   The real story behind skyrocketing ticket fees   Why Q3 will be rough\u2014but Q4 could be a massive rebound   \ud83c\udfaf Whether you\u2019re running shows, planning tours, or trying to understand the current market, this episode delivers a clear picture of the landscape\u2014and where the smart bets are for 2025. \ud83d\udd17&amp;nbsp;Connect with the Making It Academy Network \ud83c\udf93 Website + Courses:&amp;nbsp;makingitwithchrisg.com \ud83d\udcfa YouTube:&amp;nbsp;@chrisgoyzueta \ud83d\udcbc LinkedIn:&amp;nbsp;Making It Academy \ud83d\udca5 Patreon (Bonus Content + Live Workshops):&amp;nbsp;patreon.com\/makingitacademy ","author_name":"Making It with Chris G.","author_url":"http:\/\/makingitwithchrisg.libsyn.com\/podcast","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/36720890\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/87A93A\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/36720890"}