The infectious, unifying exuberance of live music is what drives Si Blatchly, the driving force behind the Chai Wallahs touring festival stage. “It was epic,” recalls Si Blatchly, who’s also known as Si Chai. Unprecedented strains on the live music sector, particularly on those operating at a smaller level, has made things especially challenging of late. This model will make it more affordable, and allow us to create a showcase for grassroots music. “The model will help reduce running and ticket costs, making it more affordable, and allow us to create a showcase for grassroots music.