With the future of the Music Modernization Act looking uncertain, and things generally not looking great for artists in the performance rights in general, Shawn Wilson offers some advice on what those artists performing in Canada can do to pull down a little more money. ______________________________ Guest post by Shawn…
Category archives: Live & Touring
Why Americans Reward Themselves With Concerts, Events [INFOGRAPHIC]
The average American spends $199 a month, or about 22% of their disposable income, on non-essentials for themselves; and a large percentage of it is spent on concerts, festivals and other events. Crack the code of what motivates event goers and you se…
Did Russians Stage A Phony La Bouche Concert?
Kazakhstani fans of classic Eurodance group La Bouche appear to have been victimized by imposters during a concert in the former Soviet satellite, reports Celebrity Access. The alleged concert took place on July 14th in Pavlodar City at the Central Embankment of the Irtysh River, a popular gathering spot for…
34 Years On The Road: The Economics Of Mid Tier Touring
Music industry veteran David Lowery the bands Cracker and Camper Van Beethoven shares important advice with up-and-coming musicians about the realities of life on the road, and making a living in the streaming economy. __________________________ By David C. Lowery of The Trichordist and the bands Cracker and Camper Van Beethoven…
What To Charge For Your Next Gig
As a DIY artist, there are a litany of financial decisions you’ll undoubtedly have to make throughout your career, but one of the most important, both in terms of your success and livelihood, is what to charge when you perform. ________________________ Guest post by Angela Mastrogiacomo from Soundfly’s Flypaper One…
Merch Cat Adds Fan App For Direct To Fan Sales [EXCLUSIVE]
Music merch management app Merch Cat has launched the Merch Cat Fan app, a direct-to-fan sales tool centered on the live show. Fans can use it to buy merch at live shows, or anytime, and artists get access to purchase data. At live shows, fans can skip merch table lines,…
How Micro-Influencers Help Sell More Tickets
While traditional advertising remains an essential part of promoting a tour or show, industry influencer are much more trusted by consumers, and therefore can be a powerful promotional tool. in this piece Georgina Rutherford explains the power of the mico-influencer. ______________________________ By Georgina Rutherford from the Eventbrite blog. Georginai the…
Your Three Communities, Part 1: Your Super Fans
Building community is the best rewarding way to build an engaged fanbase. Amanda Palmer’s crowdfunding efforts earned her $2.8 million from her community of supportive fans. Ariel Hyatt of CyberPR explores the three communities that make up every fan base and how to engage each. _____________________________________ By Ariel Hyatt of…
Who Owns The Publishing Rights To Your Music, And How Is The Money Split?
As a writer of music, you may be curious where the money comes from when your composition is consumed, whether via streaming, live performance, or any other medium. Here Chris Robley breaks down exactly who owns what, and where the money goes. ____________________________ By Chris Robley of CD Baby from…
Booking, Performing Tips From Top Talent Buyers As Independent Venue Week Comes To U.S.
Now in its fifth year in the UK, Independent Venue Week is precisely what it sounds, with independent venues and participating artists joining together for a week of fantastic shows. This year, the US is joining in the fun, and we’re looking at how artists can best go about getting…