Arlo Parks, Phil Wang and other stars on the escapism and euphoria of going to gigs, exhibitions and clubsA welcome to 2021’s summer of arts100 events to book right nowWhat I miss most about live
music is the sense of community. Whether I’m on stage or in the crowd there’s something about gigs that feels like healing in public. People are tipsy, emotional, singing along off-key, holding each other and giggling. Live music is an opportunity to leave baggage, anxieties and reality at the door. I feel a sense of bittersweetness and longing – but when live music returns it will be better than ever.Arlo Parks is on tour 12 May-9 November; starts Manchester