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Live music, made simple
Guides on booking talent, pricing gigs, planning events and growing your music career.
How much should a DJ charge for a gig?
How DJ rates in South Africa are set by event type and experience, hourly vs flat pricing, the factors that move the price, and how to raise your rates and get booked.
Read articleHow to plan a live event: 6 essentials
The six essentials behind every successful live music event — from having a plan and a budget to picking the venue, booking the right musicians, and getting people through the door.
Read articleHow to get gigs as a musician
Practical live-performance tips for landing your first gig and getting booked again — professionalism, promotion, preparation, ratings, and how many songs to play per set.
Read articleInstagram for musicians: How to promote yourself on Instagram
How musicians can use Instagram to build a following — finding your identity, researching your niche, curating quality content, and engaging an audience that shows up to your gigs.
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