Is America becoming socially introverted?

Is America becoming socially introverted? Why are more and more people staying home and not interacting with each other? You know what I mean, people are not going out to a local hangouts, hear some music and engage in conversation. Is it the economy, too many toys at home, "too busy" or soaring gas prices that keep people from developing and building relationships?
Now, I'm a Christian artist and I do some classic rock and blues bookings, too. So, I'm not exclusively talking about the Christian music scene. I love going out and seeing all kinds of bands and I see the problem in this Raleigh area - very little support for musicians. I have seen some great - no put that FANTASTIC secular and Christian artists in the Raleigh NC area that are being ignored. This is not the venues' fault - this is a people problem!

Are you leading a sedimentary lifestyle at home, are you feeling tied to your computer or glued to the TV set? Come on, live life, get off the couch, get together with others, laugh a little and have some fun! Go out and support local music and Christian artists and their mission. Most concerts are usually free or at a very little cost. I think what people are missing out on these days are hanging out with each other and building relationships. Introverts, extroverts…it doesn't matter! As a Christian I am expected to share God's Love and to lead others by example.

So, what's your take on the lack of interest in live music.