News from the music business

On our blog we keep you updated on the latest trends and news in the music business. Stay informed about cool gigs and events, meet new talent and get insight on what happens in the field of music in the UK.

How to get more gigs with your (sug)genre and (micro)niche

The Gigstarter team April 15, 2020

How do bookers on Gigstarter find your act? And how do you stand out so that you have more bookings for performances? The first question can be answered by knowing in which genre and subgenre your... How do bookers on Gigstarter find your act? And how do you stand out so that you have more bookings for performances? The first question can be answered by knowing in which genre and subgenre your music belongs to and the second by formulating the correct niche and micro niche. In this blog we...

Book an Online Gig for your birthday

The Gigstarter Team April 14, 2020

Gigstarter is the platform that allows you to book any kind of artists for an Online Gig! Booking a musician for a live online-concert has never been that easy. Just publish a call and suitable... Gigstarter is the platform that allows you to book any kind of artists for an Online Gig! Booking a musician for a live online-concert has never been that easy. Just publish a call and suitable artists will give up their availability. Get in direct contact with the artists via the platform trough...

Make money during the Lock Down: tips for musicians

Maaike Elise van Steenis April 08, 2020

The Corona crisis affects every musician. All performances have been canceled and people are no longer organising events anything the coming months. It touches me, artist coach Maaike, to see how... The Corona crisis affects every musician. All performances have been canceled and people are no longer organising events anything the coming months. It touches me, artist coach Maaike, to see how many of you are struggling to make ends meet. That's why I wrote down some tips for making money as...

Music streaming in Corona times

The Gigstarter Team April 05, 2020

Since the beginning of lockdown in European countries, people do not listen to music the same way they used to. Overall, streaming platforms pointed out a fall in their figures when it came to be... Since the beginning of lockdown in European countries, people do not listen to music the same way they used to. Overall, streaming platforms pointed out a fall in their figures when it came to be listening to music. How do they explain that?

How to get more gigs by comparing yourself

Mirjam Sieben April 02, 2020

In this blog Mirjam Sieben from Onlightning gives a step-by-step plan as to how you can find out what artists you sound like. In this blog Mirjam Sieben from Onlightning gives a step-by-step plan as to how you can find out what artists you sound like.

Behind the Scenes: Nicky Pajkić makes aftermovies for the biggest festivals

Talita Pajkic April 01, 2020

The filmmaker Nicky Pajkić (25) has travelled around the world to make the most beautiful aftermovies. Until recently he was working for Final Kid, pioneer in making film productions for names such... The filmmaker Nicky Pajkić (25) has travelled around the world to make the most beautiful aftermovies. Until recently he was working for Final Kid, pioneer in making film productions for names such as Ultra Music Festival, David Guetta and Tiësto. We spoke the ambitious filmmaker about what it's...

Book a live online-concert!

The Gigstarter Team March 27, 2020

Gigstarter is the platform to book artists for a live online-concert! Booking an artist for a live online-concert gives a lot of opportunities. Check out all the artists you can book for a private... Gigstarter is the platform to book artists for a live online-concert! Booking an artist for a live online-concert gives a lot of opportunities. Check out all the artists you can book for a private live online-concert.

How to send a booking request?

The Gigstarter Team March 19, 2020

How to send a booking request to an artist on Gigstarter? We made a short tutorial video to explain the proces. Check it out! How to send a booking request to an artist on Gigstarter? We made a short tutorial video to explain the proces. Check it out!

The benefits of the confirmation on Gigstarter

The Gigstarter Team March 12, 2020

What are the benefits of sending a confirmation to the booker? We made a short tutorial video to explain the proces. Check it out! What are the benefits of sending a confirmation to the booker? We made a short tutorial video to explain the proces. Check it out!

What does live music cost for your event?

The Gigstarter Team March 05, 2020

Do you want to enjoy a live music performance at your event, but do not know where to start? We have created a useful list of guidance that you can use during your search for live music online with... Do you want to enjoy a live music performance at your event, but do not know where to start? We have created a useful list of guidance that you can use during your search for live music online with the help of Gigstarter

The green wave: the rise of sustainable festivals

Marijn Lenssen February 25, 2020

In a world where sustainability is starting to play an increasingly important role, festivals can't stay behind. Fortunately, there are already a few festivals that are taking the lead in this... In a world where sustainability is starting to play an increasingly important role, festivals can't stay behind. Fortunately, there are already a few festivals that are taking the lead in this area, and show how a festival can be organized as "green" as possible. We have listed the most...

How can artists handle the booking process on Gigstarter?

The Gigstarter Team February 18, 2020

A booker would like to hire you through Gigstarter but you don't know what to do. Let's remind you how it works! A booker would like to hire you through Gigstarter but you don't know what to do. Let's remind you how it works!

Surprise your loved one with live music on Valentine's Day

The Gigstarter Team February 10, 2020

Do you want to impress last minute and in an original way your loved one for during Valentine's Day? Book live music via Gigstarter and surprise your loved one with a personal concert. We have... Do you want to impress last minute and in an original way your loved one for during Valentine's Day? Book live music via Gigstarter and surprise your loved one with a personal concert. We have selected a number of artists who can turn your Valentine's Day into a very special day

3 Reasons Why Artists Use Gigstarter

The Gigstarter Team January 28, 2020

Gigstarter is made for artists that want to perform. We created a free online booking platform for everyone; easy to access and transparent. We summed up three important reasons why artists use... Gigstarter is made for artists that want to perform. We created a free online booking platform for everyone; easy to access and transparent. We summed up three important reasons why artists use Gigstarter:

3 Reasons Why Bookers Use Gigstarter

The Gigstarter Team January 23, 2020

Why is Gigstarter the best way to find live music for your event? Here are the three reasons! Why is Gigstarter the best way to find live music for your event? Here are the three reasons!