Jun. 1 With pandemic restrictions lifted, concert venues nationwide are scheduling shows again. But Idaho music fans eager to storm the stage at the Knitting Factory Concert House, 416 S. 9th St., will have to wait awhile. Downtown Boise's popular music destination plans to return to action but not for another two full months. Americana musician Shakey Graves will headline an Aug. 1 concert, .
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January 8, 2021 6:31 AM Destiny Richards
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But the ‘Save Our Stages’ Act passed in Congress as part of the COVID-19 relief bill.
This means some live venue operators would be eligible to receive grant funding as the industry continues to suffer financially from the pandemic.
The passing of the S.O.S. Act is a beacon of hope for these venues.
The National Independent Venue Association – which has been fighting for the act and raising money for independent venues during the pandemic – put out this statement last month, urging the act to be passed.
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Talent buyer Danny Glazier says 2020 was as bad as it gets for the Knitting Factory.