Tag Archives: Indie Connect
You Are The Label
© 2009 Vinny Ribas For many years, the top of the mountain for any recording artist was a major label record deal. And for some, it still is. However, many others are finding that the independent road suits them better, and for various reasons. For some it is the idea of controlling all of their…
Getting The Gig: Questions To Ask The Entertainment Buyer
© 2009 Vinny Ribas If you are booking yourself, these are questions you should ask any new entertainment buyer you call. Pick the ones that fir your scenario and create your own questionnaire. How far in advance do you book? How big is the venue? How big is the stage area?
Tips To Make Your Road Gigs Go Smoother
© 2009 Vinny Ribas I spent the better part of fifteen years on the road, playing every kind of venue from scary truck stops to the world’s largest, most eloquent luxury cruise ship, the SS Norway. In most of the locations, the venue provided lodging for us. Some provided meals. Some gave us nothing but…
5 Ways To Win New Fans
Your job is to ‘WOW’ your audiences so that they become ardent and enthusiastic fans. Here are 5 ways to do that: