as long as the older generation is alive, you can play the "good music" of the past.

You'd also be surprised how many "kids" are into the Beatles, Stones, Haggard, Jones..... so it's still a safe bet to play the good music.

I think this kinda links to that other thread about selling out. PLay what you enjoy and there will always be an audience who can appreciate the music. Nothing will make your night like a young millenial coming up to you and asking you for the name of the artist and song that you played that had the words.... "Michelle, my bell, then something in french." and saying "Man, That was a cool song"

You can find my music at:
www.herbhartley.com
Add nothing that adds nothing to the music.
You can make excuses or you can make progress but not both.

The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding.