Live Performances Versus Video Demos - What's the Right Call for a New Band?

When you're starting a new band, it can be tough to know what the right call is when it comes to live performances and video demos. Do you play live shows to get your name out there and build a following, or should you focus on creating slick,…

Mistakes New Bands Make When They’re Starting Out - And How to Avoid Them

Starting a band is no easy task. There are so many things to think about - from booking gigs and promoting your music, to writing songs and finding the right musicians. It can be difficult to know where to start, especially if you're new to…
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Band Branding With A Custom Stage Backdrop

Like so many of us, you probably spent the last two years or so inside your house; after the sourdough bread making and tiktok challenges wore off, you likely found yourself with quite a bit of time to do some necessary thinking and reflecting.…
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5 Tips For Buying 8'x10' Band Backdrops In 2022

You've already dropped several tracks from your newly formed band, and you're getting regular gigs. It's time to start branding your band with an 8'x10' band backdrop! Since the live event performance sector is so heavily soaked in visuals,…
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Should My Band Cancel Shows Because of Coronavirus?

With a growing number of worldwide cases of the new Coronavirus (COVID-19), many touring bands might feel like this is a cause for concern. But in most cases, there is no reason to worry, experts say. Is It Safe To Tour During The Coronavirus…
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What is a stage skrim?

What is a stage skrim? A stage skrim, more commonly spelled “scrim,” is a freestanding display banner a band uses to emphasize their stage design.  Typically, bands order scrims that are 5x5 feet, 6x6 feet, or 8x8 feet, and they always…
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Stage Backdrops & Design Elements To Make Your Band Stand Out

Many bands don't consider the value of stage design and stage backdrops unless they're touring. However, the art of stage design can be invaluable to promote a band's overall image and concert experience! Bands typically start with basic…
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Flame Retardant Banners in Music Venues

There is a heightened risk of fires in small spaces like clubs and music venues. Therefore, flame retardant materials are required by law to improve fire safety. NorthCoast Banners provides flame retardancy certificates for band banners and…
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Are Cloth Band Backdrops Better Than Vinyl Mesh?

Before you print band banners or cloth band backdrops, we always recommend taking a step back to look at the various types of materials and the unique qualities of each one. Today we're highlighting cloth and it's advantages. What is…

Cloth Band Backdrops VS Mesh Backdrops

To print a band backdrop on cloth? Or to print banner on vinyl mesh? That is the question.  Cloth Band Backdrops - Pros & Cons A cloth band backdrop is an excellent option for bands that are on tour a lot. They don't wrinkle or crease…