| Source | Chicago Sun-Times |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | April 18, 2026, 7 p.m. |
| Last Updated | April 18, 2026, 7 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://chicago.suntimes.com/2026/04/18/chicago-indie-venues-struggle-local-musicians-financial-burdens-civlfest-livenation-ticketmaster |
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Ava Brennan is a singer-songwriter who plays live a few times per month in
Chicago.
But like most musicians, she can’t survive on her art a...