How to Get Gigs - My 5 Tips | The DIY Musician Guide

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  • So you’re just starting out and you’re struggling to get gigs for yourself or your band? Well have no fear! Here's 5 tips that really worked for me.
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  • @MrSteJ
    @MrSteJ  5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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  • @derekmclean5574
    @derekmclean5574 5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    OMG! Great video! Fantastic advice, but beside that YOU GOT TO THE POINT!!!!!!!!! I didnt have to hear about what kind of guitar you have, how you got into music, how much you love your girl friend or the entire history of your life!
    Excellent post!!

    • @MrSteJ
      @MrSteJ  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      haha thanks Derek! That actually made me laugh (needed that today) 😂

  • @jhonnalbisa8422
    @jhonnalbisa8422 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How do I get gigs in bars? I'm 18 and a bedroom guitarist and can sing. I really need cash to be able to support my education because we are suffering financially and my salary as a service crew is too low. Thanks for the answer from the youtuber or anyone here

  • @ninabielawski1277
    @ninabielawski1277 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    What do you do when you've booked another band for a ton of shows you've set up and they've never returned the favor? :c

    • @MrSteJ
      @MrSteJ  5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Stop booking them 😂

  • @PhoenixSplash
    @PhoenixSplash 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Very good info. I've been wanting to start my own events for awhile now.

  • @TheGoaterGoat
    @TheGoaterGoat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Rob Scallion is that you?

    • @job9650
      @job9650 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣

  • @floridaman6982
    @floridaman6982 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Got a good group going now just need a drummer! Can’t wait to start playing out!!

  • @MrSteJ
    @MrSteJ  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Let me know if these tips helped! Plus, let us know if you have any other tips that could help others. Let’s start a conversation :)

  • @DavidBridwellMusic
    @DavidBridwellMusic 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Exactly the info I was looking for, thanks for posting! One thing I am curious about is how far in advance to try to book? Two months ahead?

    • @MrSteJ
      @MrSteJ  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks! Yeah I’d try and book as much in advance as you can, even if it’s just to let them know to keep you in mind. Good luck!

  • @lloyddarbon5034
    @lloyddarbon5034 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Useful video. Thanks :)

  • @vealthemusic5787
    @vealthemusic5787 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    (I spot taste in the background)

  • @emmabarrett2934
    @emmabarrett2934 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you as I am so hungry of becoming a musician

    • @MrSteJ
      @MrSteJ  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You'll get there!

    • @emmabarrett2934
      @emmabarrett2934 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much.

  • @TimCharron
    @TimCharron 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good advice on how to book gigs for your band :)

  • @Ejfabiszewski
    @Ejfabiszewski 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is very helpful! Although in my situation I’m just a singer song writer and all I ever do is open mics around my area. I also have a TH-cam channel with a lot of covers and original work. Finding the correct promoter seems like a difficult task I’m having with as well. I’m also not yet 21 which kinda sparks a problem with bars and such

    • @MrSteJ
      @MrSteJ  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Keep at it! You’re out there doing open mics which is fantastic. A lot of people find it hard to get to that point.

    • @thedasiasimone
      @thedasiasimone 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm in the same boat my friend. It's quite frustrating. Esp here in Las Vegas because it's really a dead city for Newer artists versus already made. And there doesn't seem to be any legit angecies for help either.

    • @MrSteJ
      @MrSteJ  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@thedasiasimone You know as soon I read that you’re in Las Vegas I thought “that’s really cool” and you’ve just given me some really interesting insight to what it’s like there! It’s like I do with Liverpool here now and again. To try and set yourself apart, make some content (video, podcasts, blog etc) where you can share things about where you live. The outside world is interested! That’s one of the key things that makes you different to the rest of the world, it’s one of your unique qualities. Tell your story, you’re adding value along with your music.

    • @thedasiasimone
      @thedasiasimone 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MrSteJ that's a great idea! I can definately do that.

  • @paulcope1407
    @paulcope1407 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good tips thanks dude.

  • @thebradlantern5965
    @thebradlantern5965 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was awesome very helpful 👍

    • @thebradlantern5965
      @thebradlantern5965 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just wish I knew a bassist

    • @MrSteJ
      @MrSteJ  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thebradlantern5965 It is really tough to find the right people, been through quite a few! I put a few ideas in here to help put the word out that might help - th-cam.com/video/_LYYAL27Yaw/w-d-xo.html

    • @thebradlantern5965
      @thebradlantern5965 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MrSteJ that's awesome thank you! I'm in a two man band with a really good drummer (I'm a guitarist and singer) but of course finding a bassist would allow us to play I'm turning 16 soon and I just want to get some experience in gigging early so I can develop later

    • @MrSteJ
      @MrSteJ  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fantastic, you've got the drive, you'll get there!

    • @thebradlantern5965
      @thebradlantern5965 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MrSteJ thanks man! Going for reputation to start with for a couple years just to get the name out

  • @nivremzepol7235
    @nivremzepol7235 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Be unique. Be different. Standout. Alot of pepo like u.

  • @passionplaylistmusic
    @passionplaylistmusic 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Ideas! Thanks!

    • @MrSteJ
      @MrSteJ  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      No probs! Hope it helps! Check out the other vids on here too :)

  • @tuthuynuyen
    @tuthuynuyen 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent! thanks for taking the time to do this :)

    • @MrSteJ
      @MrSteJ  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! New tip videos every Tuesday, hope it helps :)

  • @radioliverpool6580
    @radioliverpool6580 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cheers.

  • @makemoneywithmusic4712
    @makemoneywithmusic4712 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Maaaan! Great video! Wish I this info when I was first starting.