Booking & production
Best channels to find gigs
The most effective sources for booking shows, and which to skip.
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Last updated: January 15, 2025
The best channels to find gigs
The most effective sources (and the ones to avoid).
Finding concerts is not about luck.
Some channels work extremely well — others waste your time.
Here are the best ones.
🟩 1. Direct contact with venues
The most effective channel.
A short message + your BandCopilot presskit = professional and efficient.
🟩 2. Social media
Especially:
- Facebook (events & local venues)
- TikTok (if you share live clips)
🟩 3. Local bookers
Many manage several venues.
One connection = multiple opportunities.
🟩 4. Local events / associations
Often underestimated — but they generate many gigs.
🟨 5. Linkaband & booking platforms
Useful but competitive and commission-based.
Use them as a complement.
🟥 6. Random Facebook groups
Lots of noise, very few results.
🚀 Conclusion
The best channels are the ones where you can instantly prove your professionalism.
With BandCopilot, your clean, readable presskit gives you an advantage on every effective booking channel.
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