Here is the final part of Paul's top tips for performance....
8 Promotion
Don’t be shy about promoting your bands Myspace, website or up and coming gigs. Don’t overdo this either. Introducing the band name at the beginning of the set is enough. Just before the last song tends to be the best time to mention up and coming gigs, Myspace, CD and merchandising opportunities.
If you have friends selling CD’s, gathering emails or handing out flyers, point them out in the crowd or identify a spot in the venue where they will be sitting/standing after the set. If you have them wearing your bands t-shirt for identification – even better!
9 Be Polite
You would be surprised how many bands leave venues without thanking promoters, the other bands on the bill, bar managers, staff or sound engineers. These people are important to you – they can be worth 30 – 40 fans to you if you convert them – recommending you to other promoters and venues etc., securing other gigs and being invited back.
10 Feedback
Work the room after you have played a gig. So many bands disappear into a huddle or go home – get out there and speak to the fans – ask them what they thought, what songs they liked, thank them for coming. If you have emails or friends on Myspace, use the days after to message them, thank them for coming and asking them to spread the word. If you had a great night TELL PEOPLE – it will encourage more to come to your next gig.
I hope you find the above useful. Keep Rocking!
Paul King
paul@rockandindie.com
Tuesday, 1 July 2008
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