Self-service ticketing platform Eventbrite has teamed up with Teespring in a deal that will allow event producers to create and sell custom merch through an integrated e-commerce platform. Teespring allows users to create and sell merchandise such as custom t-shirts, and provides access to an existing manufacturing and supply chain….
Category archives: Live & Touring
Touring Details To Go Over With Your Manager
Communication is important, particularly when it comes to bands and managers. Below we look at three things bands should take care to discuss and finalize with their managers in order to avoid problems and complications after the fact. __________________________________________ In this article from MusicThinkTank, Rachelle Wilber outlines several important touring…
What’s Working in Indie Music Today: Lessons In Success from New Artist Model Member Mike Sullivan
One of the best ways to get new strategies and ideas for your music career is to look at what other musicians are doing. So Dave Kusek and Lindsey McGrath of the New Artist Model are putting together a series of case studies from talented and successful musicians who are…
Ticketfly Scores 2 Big Wins In New York City
Pandora owned Ticketfly has scored two big wins in NYC: The Bowery Ballroom and Mercury Lounge. They join 200 venues and promoters who have switched from Ticketmaster.
The Younger, The Better: How Attracting Youthful Fans Leads To Longer, More Profitable Careers
This article examines the unfair stigma which an artist can often receive as a result of the demographic of their fan base, and argues that young and enthusiastic listeners can be both profitable and longer lasting than many fans. __________________________________ In this recent piece from MusicThinkTank, Julie Wischan makes a…
Coachella Has Massive Reach On Social Media [INFOGRAPHIC]
Coachella has a massive reach on social media – 239 million for Week 1 alone. The folks at Ampsy applied their social data voodoo to create an infographic which illustrates the social media juggernaut that is Coachella. Related articles Check-In On YouTube: 6 Best Practices For Bands And Labels 25…
Book A Band/Plant A Tree: Skyline Music Plants 12,000th Tree In Celebration Of Earth Day 2016
In celebration of Earth Day 2016, Hypebot’s parent company, booking agency Skyline Music, will plant 2000 trees as part of its Book A Band/Plant A Tree Program. To date, Skyline has planted 12,000 trees. _________________________________________ For the last 5 years, every time a Skyline Music agency artist is booked and…
Our Earth Day 2016 Playlist [LISTEN]
To celebrate Earth Day 2016, Hypebot’s parent company, booking agency Skyline Music, who celebrate Earth Day everyday with their Book A Band/Plant A Tree program, have put together a playlist of environmental and earth friendly songs from some of the 60+ artists on their roster. Listen and enjoy: MORE: Book…
5 Simple Ways To Become More Involved With Your Local Music Scene
If you’re new to an area, getting involved in your local music scene may seem like an intimidating prospect, but chances are good that anyone seeking to help a scene thrive and grow will be welcomed. Here we look a five easy ways to get involved with local music in…
Is WME-IMG Strapped For Cash Or Ready To Invest? Fidelty Follows SoftBank With $55 Million Investment
Is William Morris Endeavor-IMG strapped for cash or hording dollars to fuel acquisitions? The talent agency took on massive debt when it acquired sports agency IMG for $2.4 billion. Last month, SoftBank acquired a minority stake in WME-IMG. Now, Fidelity has added $55 million. Fidelity Management & Research Co., the…