What Does “Build Back Better” Look Like for Live Music?
Black musicians were already struggling for resources and recognition before the pandemic. Now, they’re organizing and championing lasting reform in the live music industry.
During the pandemic, Austin's annual Blues on the Green, for the first time, allowed a Black musician—Jackie Venson—to curate a performance lineup. Ismael Quintanilla
Black musicians were already struggling for resources and recognition before the pandemic. Now, they’re organizing and championing lasting reform in the live music industry.
During the pandemic, Austin's annual Blues on the Green, for the first time, allowed a Black musician—Jackie Venson—to curate a performance lineup. Ismael Quintanilla