Creating a press kit when you're just starting out in music (simple guide)
Don't have many gigs yet?
No problem.
👉 You can still create an effective press kit.
And above all: you should.
The problem when you're starting out
Many artists think:
- “I don't have enough content”
- “I'm not ready”
👉 Result: they do nothing
And they don't get gigs.
What a booker really expects
Not a “perfect” project.
But:
- something clear
- proof that you can perform
- a minimum level of professionalism
What you can include even as a beginner
🎥 1. A live video (even a simple one)
- rehearsal recording
- live session
- concert clip
👉 The important thing = seeing you play
🧠 2. A simple bio
No need to overdo it.
- style
- vibe
- project
👉 Read:
Write an impactful project bio
📸 3. A few clean photos
Even on a small budget:
👉 do a simple but cohesive photo shoot
👉 Read:
Promotional photos for a band
🎵 4. Your tracks
- 1 to 3 songs
- properly recorded
📩 5. A contact
Always.
Example of a simple, effective press kit
https://www.bandcopilot.com/demo/lena-rivers
👉 Not complicated.
But:
- clear
- structured
- effective
Putting it into practice
Your goal:
👉 be immediately understandable
Not impressive.
Mistakes to avoid
- waiting until you're “ready”
- trying to do too much
- copying big artists
Go further
👉 Read:
How to find gigs when you're just starting out
👉 And also:
Create a professional press kit