In spite of -

Being personally criticized for actions of the venue owner and of organisers of other events at the same venue.

Regulars complaining about my publicity attracted outsiders who expected to listen to music thus spoiling their conversations. (that was the point where I told them to ***** their club, it folded within the month)

I couldn't keep away and within a few years I was helping run event again. When one customer says "thank you" on the way out it all seems worth while.