BOOM is part of a national initiative launched by the MVT to prevent the permanent closure of music venues most at risk due to the crisis.
Crowdfunding will ensure the BOOM LEEDS music venue will be saved but also help keep our dedicated staff employed. You donation will contribute to ensuring the venue will survive and continue to be a home for grassroots music in Leeds.
WHY ARE WE CROWDFUNDING?
BOOM LEEDS is now on the brink of permanent closure and needs to Crowdfund to survive. In the absence of any income and being unable to open - the venue has accrued substantial debts that will force the venue into permanent closure.
ABOUT BOOM LEEDS
BOOM is a grassroots music venue unique to Leeds that primarily promotes punk, hardcore and metal. The venue hosts first time on stage bands as well as international artists from across the globe. The venue is famous for hosting intense and lively shows from artists like Gallows, slowthai, Code Orange, Agnostic Front, Power Trip, Madball and hundreds more. Boom also provides the Leeds music scene with permanent rehearsal rooms for bands and recording facilities.
BOOM also operates private accommodation for touring musicians performing all over the city. BOOM is frequently likened as the CBGB's of the UK by individuals and bands that performed at the legendary New York venue.
REWARDS
Music Venue Trust have created Save Our Venues Merchandise including T-Shirts, Face Masks, Snoods and more which can be chosen as a reward for a donation to our CrowdFunder.
At BOOM we are also printing and delivering our own merchandise. A small selection of this merch is available as a reward on our CrowdFunder. To view and purchase the full range head over to www.totallyboom.com
Wether you choose to just donate, pick up a Save Our Venues T-Shirt or special BOOM Tote Bag - we cannot thank you enough.
BAND MERCH ALSO AVAILABLE!
Dozens of bands from across the globe have partnered with our venue to raise money including Fever 333, A, DOOM, Direct Hit and many more! If you would like to purchase their merchandise and support our venue in the process please visit www.totallyboom.com
ABOUT SAVE OUR VENUES - RED LIST!
During the last 8 months, Music Venue Trust and Crowdfunder have worked together to prevent the closure of hundreds of grassroots music venues. With no end to the crisis in sight, we are now refocusing that work to spotlight those venues under most imminent threat of permanent closure. The #SaveOurVenues Red List highlights the grassroots music venues at most risk.
RIGHT NOW..
We’ve checked all the available funding, financial support, furlough schemes, business support for these venues, and what is on offer is not enough to prevent them being lost. These 30 venues are on the Critical List and need your help.
These grassroots venues play a crucial role in the development of British music, nurturing local talent, providing a platform for artists to build their careers and develop their music and their performance skills. These venues also play a vital role in the cultural and economic vibrancy of any village, town or city.