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Last year was devastating for musicians and the live music industry. Many artists used the time to focus on recording new music instead of live performances, but the lack of festivals and small club shows was felt by music fans of all stripes in 2020.
Artists and promoters tried workarounds, from drive-in concerts to outside shows with marked-off standing areas. But unless you live in New Zealand, you ve probably only seen your favorite artists via your smartphone screen or listened to their music on streaming services recently. For those who need something a bit more immersive, though, several companies have stepped in with unique solutions to experiencing the thrill of live music while remaining socially distant.
Can a set of wooden speakers bring concerts to you now?
Geoff Edgers, The Washington Post
Dec. 30, 2020
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1of5Multi-instrumentalist Edward Larry Gordon, known by his stage name Laraaji, plays Peruvian cacho seed pods in his music room inside his Harlem apartment on Dec. 10.Photo for The Washington Post by Melissa Bunni ElianShow MoreShow Less
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4of5Edward Larry Gordon plays chimes in his music room.Photo for The Washington Post by Melissa Bunni ElianShow MoreShow Less
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In September, Norman Whiteside, a cult hero whose funk creations have been sampled by everyone from Frank Ocean to Kanye, sat down at a keyboard in his living room and played a gig.
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