How Not to Book Your Band

By Jason Lloyd

"Who do I contact to get booked?" "Do we need a press kit?" "Why haven't they emailed me back?" If you've ever asked these questions, this book is for you. How Not to Book Your Band is a brutally honest, tongue-in-cheek guide to the live music industry -- told from the perspective of someone who books hundreds of shows a year and has seen it all. Whether you're in a band, a cover act, a tribute group, or even a magician trying to land more gigs, this book will show you what buyers are actually thinking -- and why your emails keep getting ignored. Written by a real talent buyer with decades of experience booking regional acts, national tours, casino shows, and corporate events, this guide walks you through: How to get on a venue's radar (without being annoying) What should actually go in your press kit Why challenging a calendar hold without being ready is a terrible idea The difference between a $500 band and a $5,000 band Deal structures explained in real-world language (with math!) How to go from bar gigs to casino contracts Band etiquette that buyers will thank you for It's equal parts roadmap and reality check -- a must-read for anyone serious about turning their show into a business. This isn't a how-to from someone who "used to be in a band." It's a front-row seat to what really happens on the other side of the booking desk. Whether you're just getting started or finally ready to level up, this book will save you time, help you get more gigs, and (hopefully) prevent you from sending another 4-paragraph email with zero links and a blurry photo of your bassist. Don't just play gigs. Book them smarter.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F5YVFF8P
• ISBN13: 9798280562394
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 76 Pages
• Dimensions: 8.0" x 0.2" x 5.0"