Tag: Tour Booking

  • The Perfect EPK Checklist for Independent Artists

    Your EPK is your one stop link for venues, festivals, and media. Keep it short, visual, and easy to scan. The goal is simple: make a booker or writer confident you can deliver a great show and a clean story.

    Must have EPK sections

    1. Short artist bio: 75 to 120 words, in third person. Lead with your sound, scene, and one credible win.
    2. Press photos: 2 to 4 high res images, landscape and portrait. Add alt text with your name and genre.
    3. Music links: Embed 2 to 3 top tracks. Prioritize a recent single and your most streamed song.
    4. Live video: One tight performance clip under three minutes.
    5. Notable wins: Support slots, festivals, radio or playlist adds, quotes.
    6. Upcoming dates: A few confirmed shows to prove momentum.
    7. Stage plot and input list: One clean PDF or image.
    8. Contact: Booking email, city, and a single link hub.

    Bio templates you can copy

    Indie rock example: Nashville based artist [Artist Name] blends melodic guitars and tight hooks, drawing comparisons to The Killers and The War on Drugs. In 2025 they headlined The Basement and supported [Notable Act]. Latest single [Song] earned spins on [Station] and landed on [Playlist]. For bookings and press, contact [Email].

    Singer songwriter example: [Artist Name] writes intimate stories with warm vocals and cinematic strings. Recent appearances include The Bluebird Cafe and 30A Songwriters Festival, with coverage in [Outlet]. New EP [Title] out now.

    Photo guidance

    • One clean head and shoulders portrait
    • One live shot with energy
    • One wide banner image for headers

    Make it skimmable

    • Short paragraphs and subheads
    • Large, legible fonts
    • Limit embeds to keep load times fast

    Link and file hygiene

    • Use a simple URL like artistname.com/epk
    • Export PDFs under 3 MB
    • Keep a cloud folder with the same assets for quick sharing

    Quick EPK QA checklist

    • Bio has a clear opening hook
    • Two great photos with alt text
    • One live video under three minutes
    • Contact email easy to find
    • Stage plot downloadable
    • Links open in new tabs

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  • DIY Booking Emails That Get Responses

    Artist writing a booking email to a venue

    DIY Booking Emails That Get Responses

    Learn how to write booking emails that get read, get replies, and get you shows — even if you do not have a manager.

    Introduction: Your Email Is Your First Impression

    Before you ever step on stage, the first impression a venue has of you is often your booking email. A strong message can open doors, while a sloppy one will likely be ignored. The good news is that anyone can write a professional booking email with the right structure, tone, and information. This guide shows you how.

    What Every Booking Email Needs

    Booking emails that get results all share a few key elements. If any are missing, you lower your chances of a reply:

    • Clear subject line: Short, specific, and easy to understand. Example: “Booking Inquiry: [Your Band Name] – [Date Range].”
    • Brief introduction: One or two sentences about who you are and your music style.
    • Tour dates or window: When you are looking to play.
    • Streaming or EPK link: Give them an easy way to hear your music and see your brand.
    • Social proof: Quick highlights like recent shows, press mentions, or streaming milestones.
    • Polite call to action: End with a simple ask like, “Do you have any available dates during this window?”

    Sample Email Template You Can Copy

    Here is a proven email structure you can customize:

    Subject: Booking Inquiry: The Midnight Revival – June Tour Dates

    Hello [Venue Name],

    My name is Alex and I front a Nashville-based indie rock band called The Midnight Revival. We are routing a summer run and would love to perform at [Venue Name] between June 10 and June 20.

    You can hear our latest single here: [Streaming Link]
    Our EPK with live video and press links is here: [EPK Link]

    We recently headlined [Venue or Event Name] and opened for [Band Name], drawing over 150 people. We would love the chance to bring our show to your stage.

    Would you have any available dates during that time window?

    Thank you for your time and hope to hear from you soon!

    – Alex
    The Midnight Revival
    [Phone] | [Email]

    Subject Line Tips That Get Opened

    Your subject line is the difference between an email that gets read and one that gets ignored. Here are a few approaches that work:

    • Booking Inquiry – [Band Name] – [Month or Tour Name]
    • [City] Routing – [Band Name] – [Tour Dates]
    • [Band Name] available for [Venue Name]

    Follow Up Without Being Pushy

    If you do not get a response, follow up politely after 5 to 7 days. A short and respectful message like this works well:

    Hi [Venue Name],

    Just checking back on the booking inquiry I sent last week. We would still love to work with you and can be flexible on dates.

    Thank you for your time,
    – Alex

    Pro tip: One follow up is enough. If they do not respond after that, move on and circle back next tour.

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