The Last Safe Space
The Last Safe Space is the straight-talking, data-driven podcast from Music Venue Trust. Each episode breaks down the biggest news affecting the UK’s grassroots music venues, from government policy to local wins, campaigns, crisis cases, and how you can take action to support live music.
The Last Safe Space
In Conversation with Omar Lye-Fook - Episode 23, The Last Safe Space
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The Last Safe Space a straight-talking, data-driven podcast from Music Venue Trust. Each episode breaks down the biggest news affecting the UK’s grassroots music venues - from government policy to local wins, campaigns, crisis cases, and how you can take action to support live music.
In this episode, Toni Coe sits down with Omar Lye-Fook, an absolute legend in British soul, about 40 years in the music business and his upcoming ‘Brighter the Days’ tour with MVT and AGMP. They discuss the beauty of intimate shows in grassroots venues (with a special shoutout to Alphabet in Brighton), the power of community and connection when you’re up close with the audience, and the importance of protecting these spaces for generations to come.
Disclaimer: All data is correct on the date of filming 04/02/2026
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