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Top 7 Band Marketing Strategies to Promote Your Band

The best band marketing strategies include a strong social media presence, valuable connections, a comprehensive website, and custom banners. Discover exactly how to implement my tried-and-true promotional tactics with this comprehensive…
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What Original Bands Can Learn From Tribute Bands

Tribute bands have been a staple of the live music scene for more than 30 years, and they are a section of the music industry that is here to stay.  The reason? They do great business in the venues where original bands can struggle to…
A crowd stands before an illuminated stage with a band playing on it at night. The backdrop is lit up yellow and reads "Dirty Deeds."

Can You Print Neon Colors On Backdrops? 

When it comes to having banners and printed backdrops made, people often have a dramatic vision in mind that’s full of neon colors, black light paint, glow paint, and all kinds of spectacular metallic effects. While this may look great in…
Three band t-shirts handing from a pipe.

How Your Band Can Make More Money From Merch

It’s never been harder for bands and musicians to make money. But one consistent income stream continues to be reliable – and grow. Since music fans can access music so easily through streaming platforms, they’re more likely to spend money…
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How To Improve Your Band Merch Table At Your Next Show

Almost 80 percent of merch sales happen at concerts. Beyond that, merch sales can quietly be a significant income stream for a band. In a world where it takes roughly 5000 streams on Spotify to barely make $20, all forms of income should be…
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How Fast Can I Get A Band Backdrop Printed in 2025?

Your band just got a last minute gig opportunity at a great venue — but there’s one problem. It’s in four days, and you don’t have any marketing materials. You might rip it up on stage, but how will attendees know your name?  A band…
A band is playing on stage in front of their 8' x 8' mesh backdrop.

Design Tips to Enhance Your Band's Stage Presence

If you're in a band, then you know that not all gigs are created equal. Some shows are played in dingy bars with barely enough room to swing a cat. Meanwhile, others take place in huge arenas with state-of-the-art production values. No matter…
Roadie rolling a flightcase on the stage
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What Should You Bring On Your Band Tour? (A Checklist)

As a band, one of the most important things you can do when touring is make sure you have all your essentials to bring on your band tour. Whether you're just starting out or you've been touring for years, it’s smart to have a packing checklist…
A band performs on stage in front of their 6' x 6' band scrims.
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What's the Best Material for Stage Banners and Band Merch?

What's the best material for stage banners and band merch? That's a question that we get asked all the time. And it's a great question!  There are a lot of factors to consider when it comes to choosing the right material for your stage banner…
A picture of a drum kit set up on stage.
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How To Buy A Drum Riser Skirt For Your Band

When it comes to making your band look and sound great, one of the most important pieces of stage equipment you need is a drum riser. But if this is your first time designing your set pieces, you may be wondering how to buy a drum riser skirt…