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.

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.

MeetTheFinalist: the musical influences of The SoulPhoenixs

The Gigstarter Team November 19, 2018

The finalist The SoulPhoenixs is a fabulously funk explosion from Nantes! A promising band performing at the Gigstarter Artist of the Year Final on December 8th. They selected the three acts that... The finalist The SoulPhoenixs is a fabulously funk explosion from Nantes! A promising band performing at the Gigstarter Artist of the Year Final on December 8th. They selected the three acts that influenced their sound the most.

MeetTheFinalist: Stoned Therapists are ready to rock

The Gigstarter Team November 14, 2018

Stoned Therapists is a talented band from Rouen (France) who is going to bring their stoner art rock to the Artist of the Year final in Amsterdam! Let's meet the French rockers! Stoned Therapists is a talented band from Rouen (France) who is going to bring their stoner art rock to the Artist of the Year final in Amsterdam! Let's meet the French rockers!

How do bookers contact me?

The Gigstarter Team November 08, 2018

In this blog we explain the differences between the private message and the open call. The two ways to get in touch with bookers. In this blog we explain the differences between the private message and the open call. The two ways to get in touch with bookers.

Book live music during the Christmas season!

The Gigstarter Team October 31, 2018

Making the Christmas season even more special this year? Book live music during this festive period. From small-scale Christmas drinks to grand galas, at all occasions live music can add something... Making the Christmas season even more special this year? Book live music during this festive period. From small-scale Christmas drinks to grand galas, at all occasions live music can add something unforgettable. We have featured various types of live music that are popular with clients during the...