How to start a band

I have actually been rather slack on my postings because of my efforts elsewhere.

I have just added some new stuff over at squidoo on a couple of topics near and dear to me. I hope you’ll indulge me as I do a little reader’s digest version here.

The main page in question is a jumping point for several different directions. How To Start A Band is a one stop shop for putting together a band.

On its rather long page I cover many topics and it continues to grow. Here’s a list of topics covered:

Auditions

Practice Sessions

Public Relations

Dealing with Club Owners and Event Organizers

Getting started with small Gigs

Putting Together A Songlist

Creating a Press Kit

Create your Own Buzz

A Checklist for Your Gigs

The Pros and Cons of the Music Unions

Merchandising Your Band

Offline Public Relations

Equipment Considerations

Online Public Relations

Writing and Copyright

Being In The Studio

Production

In Country Touring

Sponsorships

Keeping Up With The Expectations of Your New Band

Upcoming features will focus on setting up a band online and touring out of country.

Of course all words of wisdom to help out the new kids just getting started are very welcome, any comments you can lend are very welcome.

Thanks for dropping by!

-aric