'Grassroots music makes me feel like I belong'
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Late Developer York-based singer-songwriter Harrison Rimmer is one of the artists performing during Independent Venues Week
Monday marks the start of Independent Venue Week, a nationwide celebration of grassroots music spaces at a time when many are grappling with the cost of staying open. Across Yorkshire, a series of live music events will be held at venues joining the campaign, which is supported by Arts Council England and last year saw 255 sold-out shows. More than half of small venues in the UK failed to make a profit last year, according to sector charity the Music Venue Trust (MVT), and 30 closed their doors.
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