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.

Adeline, a singer-songwriter who embodies Gigstarter

The Gigstarter Team March 05, 2019

Discover why Adeline embodies the Gigstarter spirit! Discover why Adeline embodies the Gigstarter spirit!

Tips to help you get started as an artist on Gigstarter

The Gigstarter Team March 05, 2019

Curious how to start off your Gigstarter career? Check out this blog post to find out what you can do to get the most out of the platform! Curious how to start off your Gigstarter career? Check out this blog post to find out what you can do to get the most out of the platform!

Book live music for St. Patrick's Day

Gigstarter Team February 26, 2019

Do you want to organise live music entertainment for St. Patrick's Day? Have a look at the selection Gigstarter has put together! Do you want to organise live music entertainment for St. Patrick's Day? Have a look at the selection Gigstarter has put together!

Hanson Asiedu and his take on Worship Music

Rutger Maas February 18, 2019

A talk with Hanson Asiedu about his take on worship music, his EP and what he has in store for the future! A talk with Hanson Asiedu about his take on worship music, his EP and what he has in store for the future!

Tips and tricks for booking a band

The Gigstarter Team January 28, 2019

You want to book a band, but don't know what to expect, or where to start? Check out these tips and tricks to help you along! You want to book a band, but don't know what to expect, or where to start? Check out these tips and tricks to help you along!

Book live music for your Valentine's Day

Gigstarter team January 28, 2019

Everyone feels it coming: Valentine's Day! Looking to make your Valentine's Day a little extra special? Book some live music! Take a look around our platform, full of romantic artists. Everyone feels it coming: Valentine's Day! Looking to make your Valentine's Day a little extra special? Book some live music! Take a look around our platform, full of romantic artists.

A chat with Gigstarters latest artist: Elliot Porter

Rutger Maas January 21, 2019

A chat with Elliot Porter about Gigstarter, his influences and his brand new debut album! A chat with Elliot Porter about Gigstarter, his influences and his brand new debut album!

Trending Europe: Music, Cultural Heritage and Apps (part 1)

Paul de Kuyper (@pjdekuyper) January 08, 2019

Strikes hit the heart of the EU while nationalistic, populist movements are gaining votes everywhere. Is Europe in a phase of integration or separation? And what part could European music play in... Strikes hit the heart of the EU while nationalistic, populist movements are gaining votes everywhere. Is Europe in a phase of integration or separation? And what part could European music play in the years ahead? First part in a three part review by Gigstarter's CEO Paul de Kuyper.

New artists in 2019!

The Gigstarter Team January 03, 2019

The start of a new year, and there are already some new and fresh acts on Gigstarter. Check them out and book them for an event in 2019. The start of a new year, and there are already some new and fresh acts on Gigstarter. Check them out and book them for an event in 2019.

2018: the year of Gigstarter

The Gigstarter Team December 28, 2018

The end of December and traditionally we look back at the past year. A successful year in which we have grown considerably, made our debut at the Amsterdam Dance Event and the further expansion in... The end of December and traditionally we look back at the past year. A successful year in which we have grown considerably, made our debut at the Amsterdam Dance Event and the further expansion in Europe. Some of our highlights are in this blog; so take a seat and recap the year with us!

Gigstarter crossing borders with EU Endorsement

The Gigstarter Team December 18, 2018

Gigstarter catalyses live music bookings and events all across Europe with a database of more than 6000 artists. In line with the European Union’s integration, economic and innovation goals the... Gigstarter catalyses live music bookings and events all across Europe with a database of more than 6000 artists. In line with the European Union’s integration, economic and innovation goals the EU’s endorsement of Gigstarter will make the European under-the-radar live music scene flourish.

Interview with Gigstarter DJ of the Year 2018: Frank Gomez

The Gigstarter Team December 17, 2018

The Spanish DJ Frank Gomez is the Gigstarter DJ of the Year 2018. We interviewed Frank about his career as a DJ, tips for fellow DJs and how he became DJ of the Year. The Spanish DJ Frank Gomez is the Gigstarter DJ of the Year 2018. We interviewed Frank about his career as a DJ, tips for fellow DJs and how he became DJ of the Year.

Gigstarter Artist of the Year 2018: Stoned Therapists!

The Gigstarter Team December 12, 2018

After months of competition with more than 300 participating Gigstarter acts, it was time for the Gigstarter Artist of the Year Final 2018. Three international finalists competed for the title... After months of competition with more than 300 participating Gigstarter acts, it was time for the Gigstarter Artist of the Year Final 2018. Three international finalists competed for the title Artist of the Year. In addition, the Spanish DJ Frank Gomez had won the title DJ of the Year.

MeetTheFinalist: Buckwood Mojo is bringing the blues

The Gigstarter Team December 03, 2018

The last finalist of the Artist of the Year is Buckwood Mojo. These six experienced musicians will give a memorable blues performance during the finals. It is a magical cocktail of swing, boogie, a... The last finalist of the Artist of the Year is Buckwood Mojo. These six experienced musicians will give a memorable blues performance during the finals. It is a magical cocktail of swing, boogie, a lot of blues with sometimes a little jazz and rock. They love to perform live for a big audience....

An introduction into Americana music

Neile H. Coe November 21, 2018

What is Americana? Music that isn’t good enough to be dignified with the labels “country” or “blues! Musician Neile H. Coe is going to give us an introduction to the genre. What is Americana? Music that isn’t good enough to be dignified with the labels “country” or “blues! Musician Neile H. Coe is going to give us an introduction to the genre.