The concept ‘Music City’ is achieving recognition followed by the interest in the economic impact of culture –popular music in particular– and its increasing significance in city planning. With post-crisis local and regional politics in the spotlight, cultural management supported by relevant research allows for the development of a music strategy, which employs creative and industrial resources on a local level. Coordinating public institutions, private initiatives and citizens, this strategic specialisation holds cross-benefits for the city, increasing as well its appeal to both visitors and residents.... [Leer más...]