Wednesday, October 11, 2006

Bar and nightclub patrons prefer live music to DJs, jukeboxes, or house systems

Here's an interesting survey. Nightclub & Bar Magazine - Let the Music Play

Bar and nightclub patrons were asked about the music they prefer. Particularly significant is that they want live music.

45% said live music.
19% said DJ.
19% said jukebox
17% said house system.

They also want a little variety in their music at one venue.

38% want a slight mix.
31% want a wide mix.
17% want certain genres each night.
14% want the same genre.

In terms of genre, in bars 44% prefer rock/alternative. The next most popular music was 80s, mentioned by 29%.

In nightclubs, 28% prefer 80s music, 25% prefer rock/alternative, and 21% hip-hop.

1 comment:

ClaireWalter said...

To me, corollaries are going to live theater rather than going to movie multiplex or sitting at home watching television, or seeing dance in person rather than on PBS. I always find an energy and immediacy when seeing/hearing something in person.