[Forgeties79]

I get what they're going for but live music specifically is very much available nationwide (US). You can see a live musician any night of the week in almost any locale. Maybe you won't like what's playing, but it's out there.

Gig musicians at non-music venues are definitely fewer but a lot of musicians still make their most consistent living playing regular gigs at bars and coffee shops and such.

[johnnyanmac]

Again, it's anecdotal. Don't underestimate how many live in the rural/small suburbs.

[Forgeties79]

I live on the US gulf coast and am regularly in small, rural areas regularly. Don't underestimate the life experience of some folks!