NIVA sets first indie venue Conference and Independent AF Awards

The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) has announced that its first ever conference will be held on July 11 and 12 in Cleveland. OH. July 11 also marks the start. Continue reading

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OVERHEARD @ SXSW: NIVA Meetup, Bandsintown Big Break Showcase, Phoebe Bridgers and more

FRIDAY EDITION: I’ve started every day’s Overheard @ SXSW with the latest on how attendance is down. But really, who cares? I for one am a little bit happy that. Continue reading

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Live music music struggles with Omicron as Congress considers new funding round

The Omicron variant is reeking havoc on the global live music sector as fans weigh the risk of attending live shows. New ticket sales for shows in January and February. Continue reading

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NIVA begins offering members access to health insurance

Some big changes are in the making in the music industry this week. The National Independent Venue Association is now offering healthcare insurance plans to venue, promoter, and festival employees.. Continue reading

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‘Save Our Stages Extension Act’ support grows

The National Independent Venue Association has thrown it’s weight behind a bipartisan bill aimed at extending the ‘Save Our Stages’ program, in part due to the initial program’s stilted rollout.. Continue reading

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After 7 months of delays, SBA SVOG grants are finally helping to save independent live music

After months of delays, SBA SVOG grants are starting to reach desperate indie music venues, promoters, agents. and managers struggling to recover from the pandemic. The $16 billion US federal. Continue reading

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5 months after $16B in SBA SV0G grants became law $0 has been distributed to indie venues

5 months ago in late December of 2020 former President Trump signed into law a bill that guaranteed $16 billion in grant relief to desperate independent music venues. As of. Continue reading

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NIVA, NITO Share Free Reopening Checklist For Live Entertainment Industry

With COVID cases falling and vaccinations increasing, the excitement continues to grow for the return of live music. In an effort to facilitate this safely, a coalition of lice music. Continue reading

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NIVA adds high profile Advisory Board, expands Board Of Directors

The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) has named a new advisory board that features high profile industry figures and some serious star power. The new NITO advisory board, which is. Continue reading

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NIVA Awards $3M Emergency Grants To Indie Music Venues

The NIVA (National Independent Venue Association) Emergency Relief Fund has awarded its first grants to help some of the most vulnerable indie live music venues stave off disaster until the. Continue reading

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