While Myles accepts the “privilege” of being able to reach so many online and on tour, he feels it’s important to highlight the “other side”.
Artists such as Rachel Chinouriri, The Last Dinner Party and CMAT have previously mentioned the financial challenges of touring, particularly in North America.
Myles agrees that it “is super expensive” to tour, and feels live music more widely needs greater support.
In the UK, Myles said the “thriving” small venue and grassroots scene took a hit post-Covid, and struggle to support artists in the way the used to.
Such venues have often been an important starting point for artists who’ve gone on to superstardom, including Adele and Ed Sheeran.
“[It’s] truly fundamental to an artist’s journey and luckily I was able to start my journey a long time ago,” says Myles.
“I think that moving forward, thinking about support for musicians and thinking about how we can move forward and value the arts is an important conversation.”