live music Archives

How to Send a Super Solid Booking Proposal

We all struggle with booking — there’s just too many bands out there! So how do you stand out from the crowd with your proposal? Read on to find out!

How to Prepare for the Differences of On-Stage Sound at Bigger Venues

Is your band prepping to go on the road supporting a bigger artist, or did you finally just get national distribution? Read this now.

10 Ways to Have More Fun on Tour

Touring is great. But it can very quickly turn into exhaustive, monotonous work. Here are 10 great tips to keep things interesting and fun on the road.

8 Great College Towns to Plan Your Next Tour Around

Planning your next cross-country tour? Here are 8 cities where you’re guaranteed a great, youthful, and excited audience, and a variety of spaces to boot.

5 Surefire Ways to Market Your Band’s Upcoming Tour

Going on tour soon but don’t know how to get the word out? Here’s a list of amazing strategies to put your band on the map and make your travels count!

5 Reasons to Love Open Mics

You spoke and we listened. Here are our favorite testimonies and comments from the Soundfly community as to why they love playing open mics!

Why You Should Probably Avoid Open Mics

Open mics make lofty promises about what they’re able to offer songwriters of all levels. I’m here to tell you that they’re still a waste of your time.

Homeward Bound: A Look Back at Paul Simon’s Songwriting Journey

As Paul Simon said farewell to performing music in September in his childhood home of Queens, NY, we revisit the ups and downs of the songwriter’s career.