Learn what it takes to book your first gig and promote your own shows! First hand experience for artists expanding their careers.

Co-hosted by Jake Sprecher, a North State musician and professional booking agent.

Dr. Young and Jake discuss the new opportunities aspiring artists have in booking gigs, as well as the most professional way to contact a booking agent.

From email etiquette to how to start on your own, this episode dives into the independent booking business of the North State.

This episode is credited to our hosts, Dr. Paul Young, Jake Sprecher ; Production Teams Anthony Paneno, Noah Skaiepz, Logan Svihovec-McCarty and Roanne Su.

Links:

Jake’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-sprecher-b4634073/

Valley Fever: https://www.instagram.com/valleyfeverchico/?hl=en

Wind Ups: https://thewind-ups.bandcamp.com/album/try-not-to-think

Yule Logs: ​​https://www.yulelogsmusic.com/

Mt.st.mnt. : http://www.mtstmtn.com/

Naked Lounge: https://www.nakedloungechico.com/about

Duffy’s: https://www.downtownchico.com/bars-nightclubs_duffys-tavern-12.htm

El Rey: https://elreychico.com/

0:00 - Intro/ COVID

2:34 - Jake’s bio

6:50 - Market types

10:45 - Things get busy!

13:05 - Small Towns vs Major Cities

20:00 - Understand the venue!

23:15 - How to email pitches

29:17 - Booking festivals

33:20 - Booking considerations/contracts

37:12 - Booking your own shows!