Gigs being cancelled around the country as cost-of-living crisis hits ticket sales

Singer Mary Coughlan: 'During previous dips in the economy, people went to live gigs to get a lift, but this is very different.' File picture: Patrick Browne

Gigs are being cancelled around the country due to the cost-of-living crisis and slow ticket sales as people worry about the future, according to the Music & Entertainment Association of Ireland (MEAI).

The group, which represents hundreds of musicians, performers and stage crew, said the uncertain months ahead and potential blackouts have many in the industry wondering how it would impact gigs and live shows.