‘It’s more than backcombing a beehive!’ How tribute acts got massive – and put the live music scene back in the black
- Posted on July 24, 2026
- By The Guardian
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‘It’s more than backcombing a beehive!’ How tribute acts got massive – and put the live music scene back in the black
Versions of Amy Winehouse and hundreds of other musicians are generating millions for beleaguered UK venues. But what is the emotional toll for the imitators, and are they pushing out original artists?
