Without the grassroots clubs, pubs and music venues my career could have been very different. Artists need places to start out, develop and work on their craft and small venues have been the cornerstone for this. If we don’t support live music at this level then the future of music in general is in danger.

~ Paul McCartney

Make sure you stay focused on creating your music as the first priority, with marketing as second.

~  Donald S. Passman

Musicians are there in front of you, and the spectators sense their tension, which is not the case when you're listening to a record. Your attention is more relaxed. The emotional aspect is more important in live music.

~ Brian Eno