booking fees (SEND VIA VENMO @BILLY-HALLS OR CASH APP $BASSMANBILLY)
performances at proud mary bbq - NEW as of MAY 1, 2024
- SOLO PERFORMANCES - $15.00
- DUO PERFORMANCES - $25.00
- TRI0 PERFORMANCES - $35.00
- BAND PERFORMANCES - $50.00
* THESE RATES ARE FIRM UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED UPON IN WRITING
ALL OTHER performances BOOKED BY IABMC - New as of MAY 1, 2024
- ALL OTHER VENUES / FAIRS / FESTIVALS / ETC. WILL BE 10% OF THE AGREED UPON RATE UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED UPON IN WRITING.
WHY ARTISTS USE BOOKING & MANAGEMENT COMPANIES:
- Expertise and Contacts: Agencies have knowledge of the industry and have established contacts with promoters, venues, and other industry professionals, which can help in securing better opportunities.
- Time and Effort: Managing bookings can be time-consuming. Agencies take care of this, allowing artists to focus on their music and other creative endeavors.
- Negotiation Skills: Agencies are experienced in negotiating contracts and can secure better terms and fees for the artists.
- Legitimacy: Having a reputable booking agency can lend credibility to an artist and can attract better opportunities.
- Career Development: An experienced booking agent can provide valuable advice and guidance on career development and can help in shaping an artist’s career path.
WHY PROMOTERS/VENUES USE BOOKING AGENCIES:
- Access to Talent: It provides promoters and venues access to a roster of artists.
- Efficiency: It’s more efficient to deal with an experienced agency than to negotiate with each artist individually.
- Reliability: Agencies ensure that contractual obligations are fulfilled and can provide alternatives if any issues arise.
- Market Knowledge: Agencies have insights into market trends and can provide advice on which artists would be the best fit for a specific event or venue.
CONCLUSION:
- While many artists manage to book shows independently, especially when they are starting, a music booking agency can play a crucial role as an artist’s career progresses, helping to secure more and better opportunities, manage logistical details, and provide strategic advice.