7 Cases When An Intimate Concert Beats A Large One

Whether it’s a special occasion, like album release or anniversary show, or just a one-off fun time, sometimes an artist or a band want to produce an event that’s just a little out of the box (or, in the case of Jack White’s disease outbreak-themed rock show in London, A LOT). These events might have natural limitations for the number of participants due to venue or location (if the event is outdoors) constraints.

Another point to consider is the dress code. If you event requires attendees to dress up, down or sideways, you are creating another natural limitation.

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How To Make Your Show’s Visual Effects Stand Out From The Crowd

Putting together any kind of show on the stage can be exhilarating and rewarding. It’s something that requires a lot of effort as well. If you want your show to be memorable, then you need to think everything through with great care. It can also be a wondrous idea to put a lot of time into memorable and distinctive visual effects. Visual effects can separate your show from the rest in the greatest possible way.

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Enjoying Your Outdoor Music Festival Experience

Tips on how to get the most out of your first music festival.

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Sharpen Your Performance Skills With These 6 Daily Tasks

Sometimes, rising artists find it hard to get into the habit of performing and lack the knowledge as well as skills for throwing an awesome performance. A performance that will not only put them on the map but also leave an unforgettable experience for their fans.

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APPIX Launches Broadcast Tech That Creates Immersive Experiences And Audience Engagement At Concerts, Events

APPIX, a revolutionary new audience engagement and lighting effects tool, recently got the chance to prove their expertise at creating memorable moments on The Mixtape Tour with New Kids On The Block, which saw the iconic 80’s and 90’s act reuniting in large-scale venues throughout North America. The tour included 55 concerts and grossed $53.2 million while selling over 662,000 tickets.

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4 Ways To Get Out Of A Performance Rut

No matter what industry you work in or activity that you participate in, delivering high performance and effort on a consistent basis is very important. While all people know that they need to continue to perform well, it can be hard to keep up the effort at all times. While all people will get into a performance rut from time to time, there are four important things that you can do to get out of one.

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Rest And Relaxation: How To Chill Out After The Show

Performing can be an incredibly strenuous task. Though touring musicians might think that all they have to do is simply get up on stage each night, performing night after night is actually a great way to seriously hurt your voice and body in the long run. Even if you’re not on tour, it is important to have warm up and cool down exercises for before and after the show so you can stay focused and consistent in the days after. Since you’re likely already familiar with many different ways to warm up, here are four tips on how to relax after a big show:

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4 Fun Ways For Musicians To Calm Their Nerves Before A Concert

Touring as a musician can be fun. It can be thrilling to be on the road performing in front of fans on a nightly basis. It can sometimes be pretty nerve-racking, too, however. Performing in front of sizable audiences of people can seem pretty scary at times. If you’re a musician who wants to feel relaxed before going onstage, these tips can work out nicely for you.

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How To Protect The Headliners At Your Summer Music Festival

Summer music festivals are a joy for entertainment lovers. If you’re in charge of this type of summertime extravaganza, you have many big responsibilities on your shoulders. You have to protect all of the people who attend your event. You have to protect the musical acts who perform at it, too. Keeping your hard-working festival headliners safe and happy should always be one of your biggest priorities.

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Getting Your Band Pumped For Your First Big Gig (Without All The Nerves)

Booking your first big gig is a special thing. It’s a sign that your band is actually on the road to bigger and better things—and it’s also something that can cause an awful lot of anxiety. If you want to ensure that your band stays pumped without getting too nervous, you should consider taking the actions below.

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Safe Ways To Sustain Energy While On Tour

When you’re getting paid to travel the country (or the world!) to play music, you might think the “rockstar” lifestyle is the way to go. But even the most successful professional musicians are quick to say how important it is to stay healthy on tour. Ultimately, performing every night is the easy part. Getting enough rest, sustaining your energy, and staying healthy while you’re cramped inside a tour bus on long drives is harder. 

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4 Ways To Create Atmospheric Lighting For Your Live Shows

When it comes to live shows, the lighting is big part of the crowd’s enjoyment. It can really make a difference in how they are able to get the full experience of your show. So don’t make the mistake of having sub-par lighting that doesn’t represent your performance in the best way. Use these four tips to create the best atmospheric lighting possible

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Musician's Malady: 4 Ways To Relax After A Grueling Show

Most of a musician’s time is spent honing their craft, preparing for shows, and playing performances. However, once the shows are over, it can be hard for musicians to handle the inevitable crash felt after riding that live music high. Musicians looking to overcome this musician’s malady should try the following ideas.

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How To Create An Attractive Stage Setup For Your Next Country Music Concert

The attractiveness of your stage depends on your target audience. You want to design something that will appeal to your audience and fit within your venue requirements. Here are some of the factors that you should take under advisement for your next country music concert.

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