The Book Your Band Podcast

The last few weeks I have been getting lots of questions on social media about the ins and outs of house shows...especially after my recent episode with Derek Webb where he shared all of the ways his career has benefited from switching from touring mid-cap venues to exclusively playing house shows. So in this episode, I address three of the most commonly asked questions about house shows: 1) How d...

Getting burned out busting your rear to sell tickets at traditional music venues, only to have little-to-no money to show for it at the end of the night? Tired of the unending rat race of trying to play bigger venues in front of more people to feel like you've, "made it?" Legendary singer/songwriter, Derek Webb, decided to get off that hamster wheel and instead built a career around...

Our discussion today, inspired by insights from Michaela D. Jordan of Golden Poppy Music, addresses the challenges young musicians face transitioning from online performances to live audiences. We explore why talented artists struggle to book gigs and engage live crowds, emphasizing the gap in understanding how to navigate the music industry's intricacies, from booking to sound checks and show...

In this episode of The Book Your Band Podcast, we dive into the essentials of planning a successful music tour. We discuss four different strategies that indie bands can use to book tours more effectively, helping you to maximize your reach and revenue without burning out. Whether you're hitting the road for the first time or looking to improve your touring game, this episode is packed with ac...

Sign up for the FREE Garage-to-Stage 5 Day Crash Course at www.bookyourbandpodcast.com Ready to hit the road, but not sure where to begin? Overwhelmed by logistics and afraid your tour is doomed before it even starts? In this episode, we cover the ins and outs of booking 200+ shows a year with husband and wife road warriors, The Dark Waters Project! From meeting at a Bible study and merging their...

Ready to get out of your garage and onto the stage...but don't know where to start? Sign up for our FREE 5-Day Garage to Stage Crash Course at www.bookyourbandpodcast.com Episode Overview: Are artists in your town struggling to build a thriving music scene? If so, this episode is for you! Discover the critical components that transform a city's collection of artists into a vibrant, support...

Why are some artists constantly on the road while others can't get past their hometown gigs? In this episode, we talk with Will Johnston, booking agent at Intrepid Artists to better understand the ins and outs of working with booking agents to expand your music’s reach. Episode Title: Why Do Some Bands Tour Non-Stop While Others Never Leave Home? Understanding the Role of Booking Agents Guest:...

Episode Overview: Join Tony Neely on the Book Your Band Podcast for an eye-opening chat with Randy Ojeda, a lawyer who specializes in music and entertainment law. In this episode, Randy breaks down the complex world of music law in a way that’s easy to digest. Get the lowdown on why every artist should have a lawyer in their corner, the ins and outs of copyright and trademark law, and why understa...

Do you afraid of signing a bad record deal? Are you fearful that you are going to get a manager who takes advantage of you? Don't want to become one of the horror stories of the music industry? If so, you'll want to listen to this discussion with Michaela D. Jordan - founder of Golden Poppy Music - as they discuss artist empowerment and the importance of protecting musicians from predatory...

Struggling to sell tickets? Can't figure out how to get people other than your family and friends to come to your shows? Want to know how one of the busiest music venues in the country sells out night after night? If so, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Book Your Band Podcast, host Tony Neely sits down with Chris Lopez, the Marketing Manager for White Oak Music Hall. They delve...

Episode 03: How to Organically Grow Your Band's Following on Social Media with Drew Small of Brddg Guest: Drew Small, Founder of Brddg ( www.brddg.co ) Host: Tony Neely ( www.bookyourbandpodcast.com) Episode Overview: In this episode of The Book Your Band Podcast, host Tony Neely chats with Drew Small, the mind behind Brddg, in an enlightening conversation about innovative strategies for build...

Book Your Band Podcast - Episode 02: From Working at Best Buy to Selling Out Arenas - A Conversation with Jonathan Roberts Episode Summary: In this captivating episode of the Book Your Band Podcast, host Tony Neely speaks with Jonathan Roberts, the Vice President of Global Touring at Premier Productions (Nashville, TN). The discussion unfolds Jonathan's remarkable journey, evolving from a musi...

Welcome to the very first episode of the Book Your Band podcast, the show that helps demystify the live music industry so musicians can get out of their garages and onto the stage. Tony Neely here, and for today's episode, we are joined by artist, producer, and talent development consultant, Matt Adler. In our conversation, Matt shares how he went from being a teenager playing guitar in a chur...