Category: Artist Advice

  • Artist Advice: Event Lineup

    Your event line up is an integral part of your event. It will be the determining factor in who will come out and show up. First you should figure out the time of everything including set times, transitions, doors open, headliner, booking contracts and more. The first step is how…

  • Artist Advice: What is a headliner?

    When establishing an event will you have a headliner and what does that mean for the artist? You should also consider set length, flyer placement, payment, etc. This week’s video is simple as we discuss the definition of a headliner and how it will shape your event. We are harsh…

  • Artist Advice: Organizing Battle Competitions

    Let’s talk about a very niche type of event. These are not common but are popular in some spaces. When organizing a battle competition the first thing you should consider is the battle line up. You may want to weed out performers by matching styles initially. As the battle goes…

  • Artist Advice: The Role of an Event Host

    On another installment of the event mini series we discuss the role of the event host. This will vary depending on the event type, structure and team size. Typically, an event host will be part of the organization process, whether it is before or the day of the event. It…

  • Artist Advice: Promoting your event

    Now that you have begun planning your event it’s time to promote it. One of the tools you want to use or consider is having media at your event. Reaching out is one aspect, you should also consider their role and services they provide. Social media is another tool you…

  • Artist Advice: Financing your event

    Jumping right back in to artist advice we have mini series about planning events and showcases. Melly Starz discusses budget and event spaces, paying artist and so much more. Financing can be integral to your event. This is the foundation for the success of your event. Start with the event…