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.

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

By 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

By 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

By 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

By 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!

By 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

By 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

By 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?

By 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

By 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

By 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.

Adeline, a singer-songwriter who embodies Gigstarter

By 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

By 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

By 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

By 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

By 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!