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LiveThe 10 Best Live Vocal Microphones in 2026
Ready to step your live performances up a notch? Check out our guide on the 10 best vocal microphones you can choose to get the most out of your live shows.
LiveHow to Get Gigs in 2026 | Guide for Musicians & Bands
Playing live is one of the most important ways to build your fan base and make a name for yourself.
LiveHow to Find a Music Promoter in 2026
Playing gigs is arguably the most essential aspect for any musician hoping to develop their sound and grow their music’s fanbase. So how can you find a music promoter to help you land bookings?
LiveA guide to UK busking laws in 2026
All the basic advice on busking laws in the UK you need to know.
LiveTop 10 Busking Tips For Street Performers
These tips will definitely come in handy for your next busking gig!
LiveTips for Touring Australia as a Musician
Thinking of touring Australia? Follow our tips that can help you navigate your way across Oz.
LivePerforming Live Music: Easy Ways to Improve Your Set
Here are some straightforward ways to improve your live performance!
LiveLive performance tips to help you put on a great show
Whether you've got loads of gigs already under your belt, or you're a new band looking for your first gig, perfecting your live music performances can be both nerve-racking and challenging. Rid your panic with our essential tips on how to put on a show-stopping live performance!
LiveIs It Worth Playing Open Mic Nights?
The open mic night is a steadfast tradition in the live music community, and is for a lot of musicians the first foray into performance.
LiveHow to Warm Up Your Voice Before a Performance
For vocalists and singers, warming up ahead of a performance is key to on stage success.
LiveHow to Get Your First Gig as a Musician
10 things you can do to help you and your band land your first gig.
LiveHow to Find a Music Booking Agent
A good booking agent can help you land better gigs and bigger venues, especially when you start to branch out playing shows in the wider world. But how do you get one to work with you?
LiveHow to Become an Opening Act for a Major Artist
When you’re a band that’s spent years driving across the country all day only to perform for half-filled rooms, a logical thought goes through your head: “There’s gotta be a better way! If we could just open for a big band, we’d be playing to packed houses every time we come through town!”
LiveHow to Approach Music Venues & Get More Bookings
Looking to get more gigs but not quite sure how best to approach music venues? Our guide covers how to get in touch with popular venues in your area and how to find the right ones for your individual sound and style.
LiveHow To Plan a Tour For Your Band
All the tips and guidance you need to plan a tour for your band!
LiveHow Much Should You Charge For a Gig?
Get a better understanding of how much to charge for gigs and start earning more money from your next performance.
LiveBand Checklist: 50 Things to Bring When Playing a Gig
We've racked our brains and asked experienced musicians from across the industry for their tips on what to bring along to a live show.
Live9 Best Vocal Warm Ups to Improve Your Singing
Warming up your vocals with vocal exercises is an essential part of making your performance the best it can sound, and also maintaining your own vocal health too.
Live8 Tips for Musicians Touring Abroad
All the advice you need for playing live overseas!