What Do Musicians Listen To In Their Earpiece When Performing

What Do Musicians Listen To In Their Earpiece When Performing (& Why)

We’ve all seen artists on TV and stages wearing earpieces while performing. You’ve probably seen artists and musicians fiddle with them or take out an earpiece, and you may have wondered to yourself: what the heck are they doing? We’re going to go over what those earpieces are, what they do, and why artists wear…

Best In Ear Monitors For Singers

15 Best In Ear Monitors For Singers 2024, These Won’t Slip Out

If you find yourself performing to bigger and bigger crowds as a singer, chances are, you’re starting to have some trouble hearing yourself on stage. Floor monitors are helpful in a variety of venues and contexts, but sometimes you need a little more. That’s where in-ear monitors come in. In-ear monitors are also a must-have…

What To Say Between Songs At A Gig

What To Say Between Songs At A Gig; Top Banter & Crowd Interaction Tips

You’re playing a set. The crowd is into it – you know your songs forwards and backwards, the sound is great, you glance at your band mates and flash a satisfied smile. People start clapping as soon as the song ends, you let them finish, and… Oh god. The room goes quiet. Now what? Banter?…

Best DMX Stage Lighting Control Software And Hardward

8 Best DMX Stage Light Control Software & Hardware 2024; For Clubs, Churches, DJs & More

Lighting is a sometimes ignored but nevertheless important part of many types of events and performances. Small bars, pubs, clubs and coffeehouses may have limited lighting or no lighting at all. But if you want to enhance your performances and get your audience up and dancing, you should have quality lighting effects at your disposal….

How To Make A Stage Plot

How To Make A Stage Plot Using These Tools, And What A Stage Plot Even Is

You know you’re starting to get a different quality of gig when venues and event organizers start asking for stage plots. This is the moment bands and artists tend to get excited and overwhelmed by at the same time. “Stage plot? What’s that? Why do we need it? Do we even have time to put…

How To Book A Singer, Rapper Or Other Musician For An Event

How To Book A Singer, Rapper Or Other Musician For An Event

For many musically inclined people, promoting events and shows is a natural introduction to the music industry. There are lots of great reasons to promote shows. You’ll make great connections with artists and the teams they work with (agents, managers, labels, publicists, etc.). You’ll become an “industry person”, and will start to get approached by…

How To Book Gigs For Yourself As An Independent Solo Artist Or Band

How To Book Gigs For Yourself As An Independent Solo Artist Or Band

Booking gigs is one of most time-consuming non-musical activities artists engage in. It takes a long time to craft set lists that are ready to play, it takes a long time to develop promotional materials, and then the process of booking gigs can require a lot of time too. Between researching and seeking out opportunities,…

How To Make Money From Gigs

How To Make Money From Gigs, The Various Monetization Methods

Gigging is the most common way musicians make money, and it’s been this way since the dawn of time. People love hearing live music, and musicians love playing it. It’s a match made in heaven! That said, in today’s economy, it’s getting harder and harder to make money gigging. The simple fact is: musicians aren’t…