Music News & Blog

In a sense, anyone can be a musician. It’s not exclusive and is open to anyone with a song in their heart to enjoy. Being a professional events musician on the other hand is highly conditional. Professional events musicians will need: A high level of musicianship and...

We have had many gigs turned down because our client’s friend knew someone who knew someone and they went with them instead. Usually for cash or alcohol and usually without seeing, hearing or meeting them. We totally understand it, it’s the power of a personal...

We just read a study out of Goldsmiths, University of London that claims: “regularly experiencing live music is the key to building a long-standing improvement to well-being”. They based this on tests run against participants psychometric and heart rate whilst...

So you’ve booked an artist and hopefully you’ve taken onboard our advice and even our services to get this done right. Choosing the ideal artist means you can trust they will bring the magic on the night and absolutely deliver. While this has been sorted out you have...

There are alot of musicians out there from the very good to the not so very good. It’s a wild west and de-regulated, there is degree or governing body to ensure professional standards but simply individuals working with individuals. It’s beautiful but it can be...

If you’ve booked a musician or are looking to book a musician you need to make sure you remember the person/people behind the act. A professional musician, particularly one from a reputable agency will come completely ready to play and any expectations like meals,...

Like in industry there are amateurs and there are professionals. Those who are in the work for fun, passion or interest with others who take that interest and professionalise it. To be a professional is to show effort and care not just to the service itself but to all...

As with all industries the internet has transformed the way live music is done. Particularly in the preparation of and lead up to an event. A big piece of this is how we choose the right artist for what we are planning. If you are not working with an agent or if you...

We exist not just because live music is great but because our clients struggle to navigate the many challenges in finding, booking and running live musicians for their events. It's a specialist process and makes a huge impact when done right (or wrong for that...

Take moment and look up a scene from your favourite show or movie. Watch it and pay careful attention to the use of music and sound effects. Now watch the same clip with the sound off and see how it goes. It’s one of those things that you won’t consciously notice...