Tom Dunne: It's harder than ever to make money in the music world
The Basic Income for Arts scheme has been allowed many people to continue making music in an era when it often doesn't pay. Picture: iStock
I was triggered I won’t lie. When I heard the Basic Income for the Arts (BIA) described as a “bit of an indulgence” I sat up in bed. I was on holiday, but I tried to go home.
“What are you at, you eejit?” my wife asked. “I have to write something,” I told her, “I can’t stand idly by.” I was talked down. The All You Can Eat Breakfast buffet will do that. But I haven’t been so triggered since being asked “Are you still at the auld music?” by my Uncle John. I’ve calmed a bit now, so let’s do this, let’s explain.
