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.

This is how you release your new song!

Masha van Ass and Manon van Oort July 18, 2019

Your song is finished and ready to be shared with the world. That brings up the question: 'How do you publish the song online on, for example, Spotify?' What do you have to take into account in... Your song is finished and ready to be shared with the world. That brings up the question: 'How do you publish the song online on, for example, Spotify?' What do you have to take into account in order to maximise the chance of success? In this blog we give you a guideline with a number of steps to...

We all know the headliners, but what other acts are there on FIB?

The Gigstarter Team July 09, 2019

The Festival Internacional de Benicàssim, commonly abbreviated to simply FIB, is an annual music festival which takes place in the town of Benicàssim, in the Valencian Community (Spain). It focuses... The Festival Internacional de Benicàssim, commonly abbreviated to simply FIB, is an annual music festival which takes place in the town of Benicàssim, in the Valencian Community (Spain). It focuses mainly on pop, rock and electronica artists, as well as having other elements including short...

Dario Distasi - The Italian Addition to the Manchester Music Scene

Rutger Maas July 08, 2019

Dario Distasi is a British singer-songwriter, with roots in Italy. He released his debut EP 'Letting Go' earlier this year, which was recorded in Nashville. Being such an international artist, it... Dario Distasi is a British singer-songwriter, with roots in Italy. He released his debut EP 'Letting Go' earlier this year, which was recorded in Nashville. Being such an international artist, it was high time for an interview with this British/Italian artist. Gigstarter talked with him about his...

The best venues in Valencia for live music

The Gigstarter team July 04, 2019

Are you planning to go to Valencia, and do you want to know where to find the best live music in town? The Gigstarter team has listed all of the coolest live music venues in the city! Are you planning to go to Valencia, and do you want to know where to find the best live music in town? The Gigstarter team has listed all of the coolest live music venues in the city!

The best live music in summer heat

The Gigstarter Team June 27, 2019

Europe is in the grip of the summer heatwave. What types of live music belong to this nice weather? We selected three hot acts from that fit well with these temperatures and can also cool you down Europe is in the grip of the summer heatwave. What types of live music belong to this nice weather? We selected three hot acts from that fit well with these temperatures and can also cool you down

Meet the Team: Solène Brachet, Community Manager of France and Spain

The Gigstarter Team June 12, 2019

In the beginning of this year, Solène joined the Gigstarter team at the office in Amsterdam. She has been a great asset for the team and helped a lot with the growth of Gigstarter in Spain and... In the beginning of this year, Solène joined the Gigstarter team at the office in Amsterdam. She has been a great asset for the team and helped a lot with the growth of Gigstarter in Spain and France. We asked her about working at Gigstarter, living in Amsterdam and her plans for the future!

Buma Music in Motion 2019: The power of music in media

Gigstarter Team June 07, 2019

Music is everywhere in our daily life and especially on TV through films, advertisements and trailers. Check out what we learnt about this topic at the Buma Music in Motion event. Music is everywhere in our daily life and especially on TV through films, advertisements and trailers. Check out what we learnt about this topic at the Buma Music in Motion event.

Tips on managing your social media as an artist

Solène Brachet May 07, 2019

Do you want tips on how to manage your artist account on social media? Check 'em out right here! Do you want tips on how to manage your artist account on social media? Check 'em out right here!

Behind the scenes: Elizabeth Dijkhuizen, Marketing & Campaign Leader of B2S

Solène Brachet April 25, 2019

The Dutch company B2S was founded in 2001 and in specialised in Hard Electronic Music. It’s one of the largest event organisations in the world. Every year, more than 300,000 visitors come to B2S... The Dutch company B2S was founded in 2001 and in specialised in Hard Electronic Music. It’s one of the largest event organisations in the world. Every year, more than 300,000 visitors come to B2S events such as Decibel outdoor festival and Pussy lounge. We spoke with Marketing & Campaign Leader...

Booking a duo or trio? The advantages of booking a smaller band!

Joost Zoeteman April 04, 2019

Duos and trios are becoming more and more popular as a live music choice at weddings, conferences and other events. That makes sense, because there are a lot of advantages of booking a so-called... Duos and trios are becoming more and more popular as a live music choice at weddings, conferences and other events. That makes sense, because there are a lot of advantages of booking a so-called ‘mini-band”. We highlighted a few!

Article 13: an introduction

Masha van Ass, Marijn Lenssen en Manon van Oort April 03, 2019

Article 13 is the much-discussed EU law proposal that has been in the minds of the creative industry for months. But what exactly does the article entail? What does the EU want to achieve with the... Article 13 is the much-discussed EU law proposal that has been in the minds of the creative industry for months. But what exactly does the article entail? What does the EU want to achieve with the introduction of the new regulation? And even more importantly, what will the concrete consequences...

Discovering and Reviewing Amazing Local Talent: The Story of On The House

Rutger Maas April 02, 2019

On The House is a beautiful platform based in Bristol, where local artists can get their music reviewed by big names in the music industry. The platform is open to all artists, and strives to... On The House is a beautiful platform based in Bristol, where local artists can get their music reviewed by big names in the music industry. The platform is open to all artists, and strives to support local talent as much as they can. Since their mission is right up Gigstarter's alley, we had a...

What should I pay attention to when booking and hiring a DJ?

Gigstarter Team March 22, 2019

People hire and book DJs on Gigstarter all the time. Still; what do you have to pay attention to when hiring a DJ? Using our booker’s experience, as well as our owns, we created an overview of... People hire and book DJs on Gigstarter all the time. Still; what do you have to pay attention to when hiring a DJ? Using our booker’s experience, as well as our owns, we created an overview of important tips and advice for you. You can make your event even more of a success with these tips!

Meet the Team: Marleen Wanningen, The Community Manager of the Benelux

Het Gigstarter Team March 18, 2019

Last September Marleen joined the Gigstarter team! The college student has helped hundreds of artists and bookers on Gigstarter with their gigs, and she organized multiple cool events as well. We... Last September Marleen joined the Gigstarter team! The college student has helped hundreds of artists and bookers on Gigstarter with their gigs, and she organized multiple cool events as well. We asked her about her highlights, tips for artists and he plans for the future!

Gigstarter at the Dancefair 2019

Gigstarter Team March 18, 2019

Check out what we have learned from the DANCEFAIR convention, a gathering of thousands of professionals from the music industry; producers, DJs, record labels and managers. Check out what we have learned from the DANCEFAIR convention, a gathering of thousands of professionals from the music industry; producers, DJs, record labels and managers.