Grumpy Old Geeks Topics Independent musicians' touring costs Topic Independent musicians' touring costs 2 mentions in 1 episode The hosts discuss survey findings that touring is unaffordable for many independent musicians. Mentions 687: Uncanny Spaceballs Mar 7, 2025 50:02 82% of indie artists cannot afford to tour anymore. 50:39 58.3% have turned down a chance to tour because the financials just didn't make sense.