Marshall Amplification Co-Founder Terry Marshall makes £100,000 Pledge to ‘Own Our Venues’

Terry Marshall, co-founder of Marshall Amplification, and his wife Lesley, have made a personal donation of £100,000 to Own Our Venues

Their involvement adds a powerful voice from one of the most respected names in music innovation, further highlighting the urgency and importance of the cause and provides a major boost to the campaign. 

Terry Marshall, who worked on the first Marshall amp, the legendary JTM45 said, “Small venues have played a vital role over the years in my long career as a professional sax player, and, of course, created the path to success for countless other musicians too. But so many have closed their doors since I first started out at the age of 14.   

My wife, Lesley, and I get to grassroots venues whenever we can, as we both appreciate live music close up and personal. (I still do the occasional guest appearance at 81.) We hope that future generations of musicians and music lovers will be able to have these amazing experiences too. That’s why we’re supporting “Own Our Venues” with a substantial contribution. With enough support from others in the music industry and fellow artists, Own Our Venues can make that hope a reality. It’s up to you.” 

Terry and Lesley’s incredible £100,000 donation is more than generous, it’s leadership. It shows the deeply personal impact these spaces have on everyone and reminds the music industry that we all have a role to play. Their contribution builds on the belief already shown by over 1500 community investors, and we’re proud to welcome them into the Music Venue Properties family. photo credit - Moe Hickman