The Harley in Sheffield has earned its place in history as one of the pubs where a pre-fame Arctic Monkeys cut their teeth. “It was a pivotal part of the Sheffield music scene and a big place for the whole community to come together and meet. I think music is poorly supported in Derby.”They are the latest casualties of the UK’s rapidly changing live music scene. In January 2018, industry body UK Music estimated that 35% of venues across the country had closed in the preceding decade. Whether it’s rent, business rates or band fees, everything seems to be going up.”Facebook Twitter Pinterest Fans queuing outside the Harley, Sheffield.

Source: The Guardian April 30, 2019 10:30 UTC