Customer service at concerts? You’d be forgiven if you didn’t see the two as exactly going hand and hand. But concert hall and arena management firm SMG is trying to change that by encouraging kindness. _____________________________ Facility management company SMG is doing their part to encourage kindness and human decency…
Category archives: Live & Touring
Is It The Promoter Or Artist’s Job To Promote A Concert? [Music Biz Weekly Podcast]
This week I join Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert to share some of the things I’ve learned running Skyline Artists and answer listener questions: How does a promoter and the band make money at a concert? What should venues expect from the artist, and what should the artist expect? And…
PR Firm Quite Great Launches Live Booking Agency
UK based PR company Quite Great has added a live booking department to its business. The Cambridge-based firm is setting out to help aspiring artists in every facet of their operation, including helping them find their feet when it comes to getting live gigs. The booking sector is being headed…
How To Use Snapchat Stories To Engage Event Goers
Having now surpassed both Twitter and LinkedIn in number of users, Snapchat continues to grow, even among an older audience, meaning its an excellent way to engage a wide swath of potential event-goers. Here we break down how to build a compelling narrative of Snapchat Stories surrounding your event. _____________________________…
The 5 Steps To Getting “Gig Ready”
Getting hired to play a cover gig with a band can be a great way to get out there an make some extra money, but gigs of this nature often provide little time for getting ready. Here we look at how to make the most of what little preparation time…
Promoter AEG Sends Cease and Desist To Coachella Joint Maker
In another move intended to protect their brand, AEG Presents, the parent company behind Coachella promoter Goldenvoice, sent a cease and desist letter to a California cannabis grower over alleged trademark infringement. ________________________________ According to IQ Magazine, Lowell Farms, who produce a line of pre-rolled cannabis cigarettes, attracted AEG’s ire…
Vanido: Can A Free App Help You Learn To Sing Better?
Can a free app learn to help you sing better? That’s the goal and promise of the Vanido app: "Learn to sing and improve your ear with Vanido. It’s engaging, fun and free!" _______________________________ Here’s the Vanido pitch: Improve your voice and ear. Practice exercises to improve your breathing, pitch,…
Korn To Tour With 12 Year Old Bassist, Son Of Metallica’s Robert Trujillo
This is success story is both about what you know and who you know. Tye Trujillo, the 12-year-old son of Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo, is going out on tour as the bassist for Korn. ________________________ After Korn revealed that bassist Reginald “Fieldy” Arvizu would be unable to join his bandmates…
How To Stay Safe At A Live Concert
Going to concerts can and should be a good time, but not taking proper precautions can lead to an unpleasant and potentially dangerous evening. Here we go over some tips for keeping it together and staying safe at your next show. ______________________ In this new MusicThinkTank post, Rachelle Wilber offers…
How Music Fans Are Choosing Their Summer Festival Lineup
Fans are eager to invest in tickets to festivals with star-studded lineups, but as more and more of this events crop up, competition is getting stiff. Here we take a look at the factors which potential festival attendees take into account when deciding where to go. ____________________________ Guest post by…