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Episode 46: Understanding How To Build Growth in The Live Sector
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Standing at the crossroads of streaming and live performance, today's musicians face a peculiar challenge. You might command millions of streams yet struggle to fill a small venue, or pack rooms with fans while your Spotify numbers remain modest. This disconnect represents one of the most fascinating dynamics in music today.
Allow me to take you on a journey through the mechanics of the live music sector, drawing from decades of experience from playing to just two people in a pub to selling out tours within 18 months. I try to demystify the roles that power the live ecosystem: promoters who book and market shows, festival organizers who champion emerging talent, tour managers who keep everything running smoothly, and booking agents who strategically help artists scale up to larger venues and new territories.
Perhaps the most compelling insight comes from questioning conventional wisdom about career building. While playing major cities might look impressive on tour posters, the real growth often happens in smaller towns where dedicated fans return with friends. This grassroots approach, combined with strategic pitching to the right booking agents, creates the foundation for sustainable career development.
The magic happens when streaming success and live drawing power finally converge—when online metrics and real-world audience connection reinforce each other. This alignment creates the kind of market presence that attracts industry investment and opens doors to wider opportunities. For artists willing to embrace both worlds while maintaining authentic connections with fans, the pathway to success becomes clearer, even in today's complex music landscape.
Ready to transform your approach to the live music business? This episode provides the strategic framework and practical wisdom to help you build a thriving performance career, one fan at a time.
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Chapters
1. Welcome to Music Business Buddy (00:00:00)
2. Live Music vs. Streaming Paradox (00:01:12)
3. Understanding Promoters and Festivals (00:04:24)
4. Tour Managers and Booking Agents (00:10:05)
5. Grassroots Growth and Strategic Positioning (00:15:52)
6. Pitching to Booking Agents (00:22:46)
7. Building a Following Through Small Towns (00:25:00)
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