Getting And Performing Gigs

If you’re a musician or band loing for venues to play music at, you’re in luck. Today I’m going to show you how to find shows to play, whether you’re loing for a one off gig or to bo a tour. You should also check my guide on how to get gigs as the below […]

When this topic was first brought to my attention, I had no idea that this was such a huge on debate. I also had no idea it was such a polarizing issue – as if there were no grey area to this. Pretty crazy. Before going any further, to ensure we’re all on the same […]

Album release parties, also know as album drop parties, are pivotal for any musician in any genre at any stage in their career. These gatherings announce that a record is going live, celebrating the culmination of an artist’s hard work. They’re also important for album promotion, the building of your reputation, and network development. So […]

Festival season is a great time for musicians and fans alike. For musicians, decent paying shows are available. For fans, they get to see many of their favorite acts all on one stage. If you’ve got a boing at one of these gigs, or if you want to perform at a music festival in […]

If you’re a singer or rapper, chances are you’re going to want to start gigging at some point if you’re not already. Performing gigs are a great way to increase the amount of money you make form your music career, as well as a great way to build loyalty among your fans. While musicians often […]

Today I’m going to lo at 10 things you should never do when you’ve got your gig and are going on stage. These are based on what I’ve personally seen do and don’t work when gigging, so you may find there are a few which don’t fully apply to you. That said, I suggest you […]

History has proven that one of the most effective platforms for launching and expanding your music career is touring. We’ve all heard the stories of artists taking on mammoth touring schedules to launch their latest release. So how do these artists survive? What is touring life actually like? And is it even possible to hit […]

This is a guest post by Neal Hoffmann, a musician and a regular at playing gigs on. Today he’s going to with us how he makes real money from gigging inside computer games and over the internet. If you’re interested in hearing some of his music, you can do so here: http://www.reverbnation.com/amphibic. Now, let’s […]

Gigging is one of those things all musicians should at least give a try. Not only can be great for bringing in income, but it can also strengthen the connection fans feel they have with you. This leads to a loyal fanbase, essentially income and better word of mouth promotion. But what happens […]