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Conquer your phone phobia and book better gigs

October 8, 2019October 8, 2019 Jeri Goldstein

Building relationships, knowing what a booking agent is looking for, and being prepared when you call can help you master booking your act. Read the post.

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Should you play gigs for free?

December 27, 2017December 27, 2017 Craig Kelley

“Should my band play gigs for free?” has been asked a million times. Is any gig worth playing for free? Is it better not to play at all? Read More.

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How to get the attention of a talent buyer or booking agent

November 15, 2017January 16, 2018 Keith Hatschek

You’ve put together a great set of music and you’re ready to perform. How do you make a connection and impress a talent buyer to book you for a high-profile gig? Read More.

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How to book high exposure music gigs as an independent artist

October 6, 2017October 6, 2017 Craig Kelley

Here’s the strategy I used to book high exposure music gigs opening for Rick Derringer, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Joan Jett, Fuel, and many others. This same method will work for booking gigs at local venues as well. Read More.

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The Indie Artist’s Guide to Gigging: Booking Strategies

July 19, 2016February 6, 2018 Andre Calilhanna

Excerpted from our updated Indie Artist’s Guide To Gigging, this section focuses on booking strategies for acts trying to gain momentum and widen their base. Read More.

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