Knowledge bank

What it takes to run a band today – from the first rehearsal to your own team. Short lessons with a concrete task in each. Free to read, share and use in study circles.

On the way Booking and live, 5 min Live – from your first show to touring Shows bring income, new listeners and material for social media. Here's how to get more and better ones. On the way Coordination, 6 min The team – manager, booker and label When do you need help, what do the different roles do and what do they cost? And what red flags should you watch for? All Coordination, 4 min A sustainable band – time, energy, hearing and relationships What makes bands last is rarely talent. It's habits, rhythm and looking after each other.

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