Organising a gig doesn’t have to be as overwhelming as it first seems. We’ve broken down the process into some easy steps to help you get the most out of your gigging experience.
STEP 1: THE BOOKING
Trying to book your first gig can be a daunting task but looking online can be a good place to start. Bands and venues quite often use social media to advertise open slots at events. It’s also a good way to see what acts have been performing at your local venues and start interacting with musicians in your scene.
Typically when you start booking shows you’ll come across two key players: the promoters and the agents.
Promoters: Promoters are responsible for putting on a gig. Some work for multiple venues across a region and others are employed in-house. They take on everything that comes with putting on a great show including booking the bands, securing the venue and marketing the event.
Agents: Agents are employed by an artist to book shows for them. A great agent can make a real difference to the quality of the shows you book, especially when they’re passionate about you and the progression of your career.