Local venues are crucial for grassroots artists as they provide a platform to perform, gain exposure, and build a fanbase. These intimate settings allow artists like you to connect with your audience on a personal level, receive immediate feedback, and refine your live performance skills. Additionally, local gigs often lead to valuable networking opportunities with venue owners, promoters, and fellow musicians, which can open doors to more significant performance opportunities. By regularly playing at local venues, you can cultivate a loyal following in your local area.

Booking local gigs can be challenging but manageable with the right approach. It involves building a strong online presence, creating a professional EPK and F-List listing, networking at local music events, and maintaining persistence and professionalism in communications with venue owners and promoters.

Local grassroots music venues are the lifeblood of the music industry and we fully support the great work done by these two organisations in keeping them alive.