How to Get Gigs as a Party, Rock, or Indie Band

Whether you’re an established act or just starting out in the music industry, the most common question tends to be: “How do I actually book a gig for my band?” If you can relate, you’re not alone. 
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As a Party, Rock, or Indie band, it’s important to find venues that match your genre and stage presence. At GigPig, our goal is to make it as easy as possible for you to get band gigs with our live music and entertainment platform — and it’s 100% free for artists.
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Ready to learn how to get gigs as a band? Let’s get into it.

1) Make yourself known

Rock, Indie, and Party bands all have one thing in common — and that’s an unforgettable stage presence. However, you’ll need to communicate this to venues as effectively as possible before you get on that stage.
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Upload images, write an informative bio, set your minimum fees, and share videos of your previous Rock, Party, or Indie band gigs to give venues a sense of who you are on stage.
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‍The best way to do this is by establishing a solid online presence. As well as having a website and social media profiles for your band, try creating a  on a gig-booking platform like ours. on a gig-booking platform like ours.

2) Connect with venues that host gigs for bands

The best way to get Rock band gigs is by putting yourself out there and being visible to venues. This is where GigPig can make a difference. One of our key features on the GigPig platform is “Request to Play”, where you can reach out to your desired venues directly and request to perform there. This will not only put you on their radar, but will help you build a rapport with venues. 
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As soon as you build your band profile, your talent will be shared far and wide across our database. If your band fits a venue or booker’s gig criteria, you’ll receive a gig offer in the app.
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All you need to do is confirm your availability, organise the finer details, and do what you do best — perform. We’ll handle the invoicing for you, so you can focus on booking your next gig.

3) Network with other artists

When you’re performing for a venue, or you’re the main or supporting act, always connect with the other bands or performers on the night. The music industry is all about building a community for artists to thrive, and you’ll never know when someone else will need a support act or step-in!
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The more you interact and engage, the more opportunities you’ll attract.

4) Stay professional

The one thing that music venues love most? Professional artists — not just in talent, but in manners, too.
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It’s easy to update and stay in touch with venues on the GigPig app. Bands that prove themselves to be reliable, punctual, and communicative are more likely to be re-booked and recommended between venues.
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Word travels fast in the music industry, so be sure to use this to your advantage.

Get Party, Indie and Rock Band gigs with GigPig

Now you know how to get band gigs, it’s time to build your band profile and connect with venues in your area. The best part? GigPig will always be free for artists, so there really is nothing to lose.
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Head over to our artists page, read up on our FAQs, and don’t hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team if you need more information.