samedi 19 mai 2018

Tips On Touring As Trending Nigerian Artists

By Frances Long


To make a career as a performer, you should be ready to be on the road most of the time. Traveling and performing will be your main way of creating a fan base and making money. Read ahead for tips on succeeding as a one of the most trending Nigerian artists.

Have quality cases. It is vital that you invest in the best cases for your instruments. Your guitar or drums and any other instruments you use are definitely your most important tools. Therefore, you want to keep them as safe as you can while traveling in crammed car with your band-mates. Before choosing a case, you should be sure that it is sturdy and also light enough.

Organize transport. You cannot perform at a show that you are not able to get to. Therefore, it is important that to decide on the best means of transport to move around. Here, you need to consider the size of you band and distance to be traveled. If you will use a van, be sure it is spacious enough for the entire band and in good condition.

You are advised to pack lots of snacks. Of course, staying on the road for hours will definitely make all of you hungry. Still, you will require something to eat when you have to move from one show to next with little time to spare. Having some snacks in the car is therefore important before you start your journey. Keep in mind being hungry can lead grumpiness that can ruin you show.

Preparing to travel to unfamiliar locales also requires researching the kind of weather that you are likely face. This will go a long way in helping you dress appropriately and pack the right clothing. For hot weather, you should have some caps, tee shirts, vests etc. On the hands, heavy coats, gloves and hats are most ideal for the cold season. Still, you should be sure to have some extra clothes in the car.

Keep yourselves entertained. You need to decide on the soundtrack for your music tour. Naturally, as an artist, keeping yourself entertained wherever you are is important. Therefore, have the right compact discs in the car or an alternative music collection. You want to listen to tracks that will keep you in the best mood for your upcoming show.

You want your fans to remember you even after the show. Carrying some giveaways is therefore recommended. This may mean printing some compact discs, tee shirts and special posters. It always feel good to leave a few things for your fans freely or at a cost. You should not forget to carry a good camera. You will want to take photos to help you keep memories alive and for marketing purposes.

You and your team will also need a place to crash. After a stream of shows, you will definitely feel exhausted. It is therefore important to decide in advance on where you will sleep. The options available to you include hotels, couches, at the home of a friend or you vehicle. Still, you should be ready to network with the people you will meet.




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