Florence +the Machine's High as Hope tour has brought lessons in intimacy and hope to audiences across the country.
A small venue doesnโt allow for a large audience; thatโs self-evident. They also make it hard for an artist to hide behind distance. The 9th Ward, which recently hosted Mary Lambert and Mal Blum - and other small venues - hold a special place of importance. They provide a unique space, one often with a story, and only allow a select few to wander in at one time.