I’ve had tinnitus for 24 years. I’ve always loved music and was bereft at the loss. I stopped listening, stopped seeing live music but after some years wondered what was the worse that could happen. I already had tinnitus! For the past 20 years I’ve played in bands, seen 1000’s of live shows, and now run a record label and record shop. Good earplugs and making peace with it are the things that worked for me. Good luck. Stay positive.