20-year live music venue Edinburgh's Jazz Bar closes amid cost-of-living crisis and operational challenges.

Edinburgh's Jazz Bar, a beloved live music venue, has announced its sudden closure after nearly 20 years due to the cost-of-living crisis and operational challenges. Founded in 2005 by musician Bill Kyle, the venue became a cornerstone of the city's music scene and gig economy. The Jazz Bar thanked musicians and patrons for their support and expressed its irreplaceable impact on the Edinburgh music scene.