This post was originally published at the Unsigned Guide. How do I get on the bill at a U.K. music festival? If you fancy playing on a festival line-up … Continue reading
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“If you don’t have a website that makes it easy for me, I am going to have to move on to the next artist.”
Why you may’ve gotten passed up for that gig A few weeks ago at the International Folk Alliance Conference, I spoke on a panel called “Keeping Up with Digital Technologies” … Continue reading
How To Get A Booking Agent
[This post was written by guest contributor Dave Kusek of New Artist Model.] There is a huge potential for revenue in the gigging industry, even for smaller, indie bands and musicians. … Continue reading
How to book your first gig
Maybe you’ve formed a new band that hasn’t played out yet, but you’re ready to book your first gig. Maybe you’re a songwriter looking to transition from open mics to longer … Continue reading
Why You Don’t Need a Press Kit, Pt. 1: How to Book Your Band in the Age of Email
What is a press kit—and why don’t I need one? A press kit is a collection of materials that you used to have to send to journalists, bookers, and other … Continue reading
5 Ways to Expand Your Gig Horizons (and Make More Money!)
Build your audience and get paid more every time you play a gig. If you’re like most artists, your live gigs are your bread and butter. Unfortunately, many musicians get … Continue reading
7 Tips on How to Transition from Open Mics to Longer Gigs
For the purposes of this article, I’m thinking of an open mic as a performance event where each person is given time to play 1-3 songs, usually maxed out at … Continue reading
How to Get Booked at a Music Festival
Yeah. I know it’s still chilly out, but now is the time to start thinking about summer festivals. Bookers and promoters get rolling on these things early, so it helps … Continue reading
Hello-A-Show Helps You Find Gigs
Hello-A-Show is “like Craigslist for venues and bands.” Venues submit gig opportunities, open slots in particular lineups, last-minute drop outs, and a few details about the room. On the musician … Continue reading
Band Booking: Guarantees Vs. Door Splits
A “door-split” is the term for the financial arrangement between a band and a promoter/club when the performers forgo a set fee (the “guarantee”) for a percentage of the ticket … Continue reading