To a large extent, the industry is learning to operate within the mandatory safety regulations, with socially distant concerts becoming a thing. But even as some concerts and festivals appear to be preparing for explosive comebacks this year, others are more cautious.
A few shows have been canceled, and this is no doubt a massive disappointment for music fans everywhere. But in spite of uncertainties, the fact that many concerts have been rescheduled and downsized rather than called off altogether is encouraging — and the first tentative step into a post-pandemic music industry.