{
"$type": "site.standard.document",
"bskyPostRef": {
"cid": "bafyreiashnjebgijuy3n6x2xyiach2kgx5jkg53wzoqfogvwfknu3urgre",
"uri": "at://did:plc:nrkefxef43of7hny4ynmjv43/app.bsky.feed.post/3mebd3jknk7f2"
},
"coverImage": {
"$type": "blob",
"ref": {
"$link": "bafkreiclm54k7ivguydrqxljo7pai52zob2egyiupfnnuhxa3juqadedcq"
},
"mimeType": "image/jpeg",
"size": 969020
},
"path": "/2026/02/06/3-in-4-indie-music-venues-in-chicago-arent-profitable-report-says-can-the-city-can-help-them-stay-afloat/",
"publishedAt": "2026-02-06T14:32:38.000Z",
"site": "https://blockclubchicago.org",
"tags": [
"Arts & Culture",
"Avondale",
"Business",
"Citywide",
"Instagram",
"Lakeview",
"Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted",
"Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale",
"Music",
"Arts",
"Local Groups"
],
"textContent": "A new report found Chicago's indie music scene generates billions for the economy. But increasing costs and taxes paired with lower alcohol sales have put a strain on business.",
"title": "Most Of Chicago’s Indie Music Venues Aren’t Profitable — Can The City Help Them Survive?"
}