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    Live music industry and COVID

    As coronavirus cases continue to rise in Southern California, there’s no telling when live music performances will come back. That leaves musicians wondering how to make a living with the tools they have at home.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Jul 6, 2020 • 25m Listen

    As coronavirus cases continue to rise in Southern California, there’s no telling when live music performances will come back. That leaves musicians wondering how to make a living with the tools they have at home. And music venues are left without many options as they drain savings accounts with the hope of holding out through the pandemic.

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      Steve Chiotakis

      Afternoon News Anchor

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      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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