Sharko (BE)
"If this sphere of small stages were to be neglected, oh of course, we could always occur in the garden shed of my mother-in-law, with the sound by cousin Kevin, but it would be less good, I think."
What artists say
Concert venues and clubs are the music sector’s foundation when it comes to artistic creation and the development of new talents. As such, they are the lifeblood of the European live music sector and essential for its growth and vitality.
Artists are the best witnesses when it comes to highlighting the important role of these stages for their careers.
Click on their image to read what they say…
Girls in Hawaii (BE)
Small scenes are where we meet passionate organizers, and a passionate audience. This is often where everything starts."
Selah Sue (BE)
"I would never have been the artist that I’m now without the support of the grassroots venues."
Triángulo de Amor Bizarro (ES)
"If the venues disappear, the most fundamental spaces of popular culture of the last 100 years will disappear."
Ogun Afrobeat (ES)
"Small, grassroots music venues are important for music scene: new artists need it in order to be seen and heard, and consolidated artist can be near to the audience."
