Belfast Emerges as UK's Leading Pub Music Scene Beyond London

Belfast tops the UK's pub music scene outside London, boasting over 350 venues for live gigs. This cultural hotbed outshines cities like Sheffield and Manchester, supported by research from PRS For Music and BBPA. Birmingham, Nottingham, and Bristol follow closely. Pubs play a critical role in artist development, evidenced by initiatives like 'Pubs Go Live' that enhance the cultural landscape.