With the closure of famed live music venue, the Hopetoun Hotel, and prospective closure of venue the Annandale Hotel, the future looks grim for the live music scene in Sydney. Joel Werner speaks with venue owners and local musicians about the importance of small venues.

The Hopetoun Hotel in Surry Hills, Sydney.

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