Well, my band, Stealing Silence isn't anywhere near where you are, but my advice is to bring a guestbook to every show and make sure that people sign up with their e-mail address. Give away free demos to those people who sign up so that they have an incentive. E-mail is a cheap and effective way to promote your upcoming shows and other band information. Also, stick around after your shows to sign autographs and meet the fans. My most memorable shows have been the ones where I got to meet the bands afterward and had them sign my CD. I know you've got to pack up your gear and everything, but give a friend a few bucks to do it for you. It'll pay off in the long run.
Also, focus on the people that you are trying to attract. If you live in a college town like we do (Austin, TX), then aim for the college radio stations. The time that you play and the days of the week that you play on also has an effect on who comes out to see you.
I know a bunch of other people have already said this, but mp3.com, garageband.com, iuma.com, and a host of other websites all allow you to put up mp3z. Take advantage of those! The internet is an invaluable marketing tool. Use it!
Sincerely,
Josh Sokol
& the Rest of Stealing Silence
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Well, my band, Stealing Silence isn't anywhere near where you are, but my advice is to bring a guestbook to every show and make sure that people sign up with their e-mail address. Give away free demos to those people who sign up so that they have an incentive. E-mail is a cheap and effective way to promote your upcoming shows and other band information. Also, stick around after your shows to sign autographs and meet the fans. My most memorable shows have been the ones where I got to meet the bands afterward and had them sign my CD. I know you've got to pack up your gear and everything, but give a friend a few bucks to do it for you. It'll pay off in the long run.
Also, focus on the people that you are trying to attract. If you live in a college town like we do (Austin, TX), then aim for the college radio stations. The time that you play and the days of the week that you play on also has an effect on who comes out to see you.
I know a bunch of other people have already said this, but mp3.com, garageband.com, iuma.com, and a host of other websites all allow you to put up mp3z. Take advantage of those! The internet is an invaluable marketing tool. Use it!
Sincerely,Josh Sokol
& the Rest of Stealing Silence
http://www.stealingsilence.com