Goa, Dec. 22 -- Christmas week in Goa is traditionally con sidered the peak season for live music, but for many musicians, the festive rush no longer guarantees easy business. While demand remains high, bands are grap pling with tougher negotiations, shorter performance windows, rising competition, and changing audience tastes. Veteran bassist Colin D'Cruz said he generally avoids gigs during Christmas week due to traffic chaos caused by tourist overload. "I once spent the entire night stuck in traffic after a New Year gig at Taj Fort Aguada resort. Goa probably has the highest number of live music venues in India- and just as many bands and solo acts. Most venues know this and settle for the lowest quote," he added. Pointing out that som...