Behind the scenes work of local shows include more than just
sound checks and lighting tests, and local promoter Maddy Lewis would argue the
same.
“There are lots of struggles,” Lewis said, “but it’s worth
every downfall.”
Lewis currently runs a promotional company called Free Love
Promotions and books local concerts every Friday night at St. Paul’s Church in
Levittown, PA.
Due to a downfall in attendees, Lewis changed the price of
the shows.
“I lowered my door prices to $5.00. This has brought out
more kids to my shows since it’s such a good deal to see 5 to 6 bands for that
price,” Lewis said.
While this is a fluctuating business that, at times, can be
a bit costly, as booking bands can range from 20 to 200 dollars, Lewis seems to
understand that it is important to keep it going.
“Music is what keeps people together,” Lewis said, “music
keeps people sane. Without music, most people wouldn’t be alive. People care
more about music than they do people. Personally, music is everything to me, it
has saved my life so many times, and live music is priceless.”
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