Independent Band Opportunities / News

Captain Iggy

Hello all

I thought that we could have a thread where people can post possible opportunites for independant bands and share knowledge that posters found which spread awareness of how to promote or break out their band.

I'll go first:

Knockanstockan (an indie band festival) are taking submissions at the moment. Guidelines are here

2fm Undercurrents is a project giving unsigned bands a chance to have thier music palyed on The Gerry Ryan show. See here for more details

Storm The Charts is an upcoming project based on the "Get Rage to Number 1" premise. It aims to get 40 unsigned bands into the charts for June. This is fairly breaking news but you can read more about it here


Anyone else found something noteworthy?

ldee

cool iggy

nice one.

raindog.promo

I concur with the above post.

miju

good idea for a thread. will sticky this and update / delete opportunities as they expire

Fandango

Sea Sessions Band Competition, at the festival in Bundoran. Details Here

rcaz

Fandango wrote: »

Sea Sessions Band Competition, at the festival in Bundoran. Details Here

That looks quality! Maybe next year

Whiplash

Hi, i have been involved with battle of the bands shercock, the only battle of the bands contest in ireland with a partnership with the glastonbury festival.

the contest is nearing the end and is held in a small cavan town call shercock in the sail inn pub. we have seen some amazing original irish artists over the past few weeks.
The sail Inn supports original music and wants to give original bands a chance to bee seen. below are links to the sites associated with the sail inn. if you are in a band and wish to have a gig the contact number etc is found on below links.

facebook
http://www.facebook.com/thesailinn

facebook group agianst exploitation of original bands/artists
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=101873246516220&ref=nf

myspace
http://www.myspace.com/thesailinnshercock

http://www.myspace.com/shercockbandbattle

please join the facebook group if you would like to see original artist get better oppertunities and show support.

thanks for your time

MTA

Owners of a commerical studio looking to work with some new innovative acts,possibly for free, to broaden our client list. Please send rough recordings or demos of your material to here More info on the studio can be found on our website and our myspace page

Fandango

El Pr0n wrote: »

That looks quality! Maybe next year

Its great. We did it last year and had a ball. Didnt win but that didnt bother us too much, were just glad to play it. The festival itself is brilliant also. I hadnt even heard of it until the competition caught my eye but its a small enough festival with a few big bands and a great atmosphere.

Fandango

Fandango wrote: »

Its great. We did it last year and had a ball. Didnt win but that didnt bother us too much, were just glad to play it. The festival itself is brilliant also. I hadnt even heard of it until the competition caught my eye but its a small enough festival with a few big bands and a great atmosphere.

MTA, sent a mail to the bookings address

Captain Iggy

Guinness 'Our Thursdays'

From their site 'put your band forward for one of 300 local showcases that will be taking place over the course of July / early August'

Register here




Phantom Fm's I-Con Next Becks thing band competition

Link explains all

miju

€25,000 in prizes not to be sniffed at really by most bands www.nationalbotb.ie

MilanPan!c

miju wrote: »

€25,000 in prizes not to be sniffed at really by most bands www.nationalbotb.ie

Just a word of warning, this contest does REQUIRE a 5£ entry fee.

Not that that is expensive, but just a heads-up.

elhombre

fair play guys - that is a savage prize!

not sure about the audience vote thing though - it seems every BOTB is based on this structure these day, so whoever brings the most people wins - even if there's a split between the judges and the crowd.

miju

MilanPan!c wrote: »

Just a word of warning, this contest does REQUIRE a 5£ entry fee.

disclaimer: i'm very good friends with the organisers and am helping them out with this.

How and ever in fairness though €5 for the prizes that are on offer plus the stuff that all entrants receive is nothing really.

elhombre wrote: »

not sure about the audience vote thing though - it seems every BOTB is based on this structure these day, so whoever brings the most people wins - even if there's a split between the judges and the crowd.

Thats not neccesarily true, if you read through the structure. You'll see later rounds are more judge based than audience based.

However, it is what it is and thats the way most BOTB in this county are run, especially ones with big prizes

galwaybabe

Thanks for the heads up, miju. Good luck to everyone who signs up!

MilanPan!c

miju wrote: »

disclaimer: i'm very good friends with the organisers and am helping them out with this.

How and ever in fairness though €5 for the prizes that are on offer plus the stuff that all entrants receive is nothing really.

I agree... my only point is that, for people like me that don't have a credit card, this site asks for a credit card to register online...

either that or you have to email them an make other arrangements...

Most of these things don't; if you're in my position it's a nasty surprise.... that's all.

Like I said, it's not a lot of money... just not typical of the contests I've seen, so, heads up.

punkyfish

Just wanted to echoe another post of mine! Apologies if this doesnt flow with the thread! Just looking to get in touch with some people currently gigging!




New Dublin band just finishing up rehersals is looking for bands and promoters to set up and help us get out there!

The band is in the alternative rock vein, with a handful of covers and a few strong originals in the mix! Influences are many, but the sound is along the lines of Kerbdog, Biffy, Foos etc.

Couple of gigs lines up, but we'd like to line up a few more in the coming months!

Drop me a PM if you have space for an extra band on your bill over the next few months! We're keen to make some new connections in the scene!!

Lets make it a fun summer for everyone!

Cheers!

Fandango

Would love to help punkyfish but were going thru a bit of a transitional phase so wont be headlining for a month or so. Will give you a shout when we are back tho.

billybenner

Do you have a link to some of your music, we having an Ep launch soon so we ll be looking for a support band, check us out www.myspace.com/24brokenamps

punkyfish wrote: »

Just wanted to echoe another post of mine! Apologies if this doesnt flow with the thread! Just looking to get in touch with some people currently gigging!




New Dublin band just finishing up rehersals is looking for bands and promoters to set up and help us get out there!

The band is in the alternative rock vein, with a handful of covers and a few strong originals in the mix! Influences are many, but the sound is along the lines of Kerbdog, Biffy, Foos etc.

Couple of gigs lines up, but we'd like to line up a few more in the coming months!

Drop me a PM if you have space for an extra band on your bill over the next few months! We're keen to make some new connections in the scene!!

Lets make it a fun summer for everyone!

Cheers!

Behind you Joey

Nice thread fair play!

Just Like Heaven

Agreed. Will let you know if i hear anything.

mehfesto

Hey guys,

Think this is a great thread and would like to add to it.

1. I'm a photographer and would like to offer my services - free of charge - to any Dublin bands. I'm available this week and next for shoots anywhere in Dublin City Centre. Check my stuff out HERE if you're interested. I need to bulk out my portfolio so it's win-win for everyone.

2. I'm also a DJ on 2xm. I co-present Two States which airs every Monday at 10 and Thursday at 8. We get live bands into the show every other week for a live session and interview. If you think you have what it takes, pm me with a link to your site/music.

Cheers,
Sean

mehfesto

Just a heads up - I got a LOAD of emails from this thread (thank you all very much) and have already taken one band up on a photographic offer.

We have filled our slots on the show until the second week in October, so if I don't reply to you until closer to that time, I apologise now - I honestly didn't expect such a response. But we will continue to search for great talent in Ireland!

I realised we were being Dublin-centric, but that is no more!
If you can't make it to Dublin, don't despair, just send an MP3 to myself (You can find my address on my site, or just pm me for it) and if we like what we hear, we'll put you in our 'Keep It Irish' section of the show. Send a press release to us too, so we can talk about your band (next shows, where you're from, a mission statement, etc. etc.)

The photographic oppertunity still stands however. I'm free this Monday, Thursday & Friday in Dublin City Centre!

Again, I hope we can help!

All the Best,

M

Fandango

elhombre wrote: »

fair play guys - that is a savage prize!

not sure about the audience vote thing though - it seems every BOTB is based on this structure these day, so whoever brings the most people wins - even if there's a split between the judges and the crowd.

Agreed, i truely hate this form of deciding the winner as it is never the best band that goes through. Having said that, the prize is bloody brilliant so will definately be giving it a lash!

€5 entry fee is a pain as none of us have a credit card but once the alternative way is easy enough it doesnt bother me. Compared to certain other competitions (emergenza) its nothing.

niall1976

I'd be wary of applying to Nationalbotb.

I started a thread on it a couple of weeks ago. The website hasn't been updated and none of the heats appear to have taken place.

I have applied and have heard nothing back. A couple of others in the same boat. I've emailed them and musicnews.ie who are partners with no reply.

I know its only a €5 , but I think its pretty poor that the website is still accepting money/entries when it looks like nothing is happening.

It wouldn't take many entries to make the guys a few quid if its not going ahead.

Poor Form!!

Fandango

niall1976 wrote: »

I'd be wary of applying to Nationalbotb.

I started a thread on it a couple of weeks ago. The website hasn't been updated and none of the heats appear to have taken place.

I have applied and have heard nothing back. A couple of others in the same boat. I've emailed them and musicnews.ie who are partners with no reply.

I know its only a €5 , but I think its pretty poor that the website is still accepting money/entries when it looks like nothing is happening.

It wouldn't take many entries to make the guys a few quid if its not going ahead.

Poor Form!!

I applied and emailed about 3-4 days ago and havent heard a word back yet either. Could be that they are under pressure as they are taking applications from all over the country but i dunno.

Is this the first year of this competition?

sylvester88

Check out EntertainOz..
Bands for hire--search listings, get your gig listed.

niall1976

niall1976 wrote: »

I'd be wary of applying to Nationalbotb.

I started a thread on it a couple of weeks ago. The website hasn't been updated and none of the heats appear to have taken place.

I have applied and have heard nothing back. A couple of others in the same boat. I've emailed them and musicnews.ie who are partners with no reply.

I know its only a €5 , but I think its pretty poor that the website is still accepting money/entries when it looks like nothing is happening.

It wouldn't take many entries to make the guys a few quid if its not going ahead.

Poor Form!!

I take it all back.

The guys behind the competition have posted a notice saying that the competition has been postponed till Jan 2011 due to personal cisrcumstances.

Watch this space.....

Fandango

bandfortheday

Only joined this site in the last day or so but it looks very interesting. Its more or less a daily competition for bands internationally and the band who gets the most views and songs played daily get highlighted on the main page of the site. Sounds silly if the site has no members, i know but we won the day we joined and over 2 days now have about 1,100 views. It also allows you to design and sell merchandise on the site without having to pre-order and pay for it yourself which i have never seen before so i think well worth a look.

Whiplash

The only battle of the bands in ireland linked to the glastonbury festival returns early next year. now looking for bands to compete for the amazing prize of a guaranteed glastonbury gig! info at this thread http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=68319946#post68319946

weldon

Hey,

This is just starting up in Coolock in Dublin for anyone interested.

Their contact email is sheaflivesessions@gmail.com


There's loads of info here if you befriend them:

http://www.facebook.com/sheaflivesessions


Hope this helps!

Whiplash

NOW ACCEPTING BANDS TO COMPETE IN BATTLE OF THE BANDS SHERCOCK. THE WINNING BAND PLAYS A ONCE N A LIFETIME GIG AT GLASTONBURY 2011!!

tinydancer10

Its a prize money cant buy....get to play Glstonbury next year!!
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/Battle-of-the-Bands-Shercock/154397761264283



Check out last years winners Shouting at planes, seem to be doing well on the back of it....playing support for Imelda May recently. Good Luck all those who enter.

Knockanstockan

Copied this from my good friends at Knockanstockan:

Knockanstockan wrote:

Calling all musicians, calling all musicians.... Submissions are now OPEN!!!!!
So spread the word as KS'11 gets under way. All musicians please send 3x images, a short biography, and 3 tracks(or links to tracks) to knockanstockan@gmail.com,
Peace, Love & Music!

I played the first and it was amazing to play then...

But talking to the bands that played last year, it's unreal now!

Whiplash

The valley Lodge Carrickmacross Co Monaghan is currently looking for bands to take part in its Music Melee! battle of the bands contest. it is open to original artists of any musical genre.



facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MusicMeleeCmX

son.of.jimi

Well folks,

I'm running a regular open mic night in Kilcullen, Kildare for bands/acts who are looking for somewhere new to play. The Spout itself has a great reputation for Great Music and countless top acts have performed there.

On the night acts will get 30-45 mins to show their talent

PA and backline will be supplied on the night and there will be a sound engineer.

There is no CC and there will be drinks promotions on the night!

Live recordings of your performances can be made on the night for a small fee.

If you are interested in playing then drop me a PM or if you know someone who might be interested then drop me a PM and i can pass my number on.

inisboffin

A great session / opportunity at The Crane Bar, in Galway is Mná Mná

I've seen friends play there and it's always been a great night. It's intended to promote women in music, and the criteria is that the main/front performer is a woman, the rest of the band can be any gender or a solo show.

Mostly originals required, but the odd cover is ok or for a half set.

It's a fiver in and the acts get a split of the door. It's curated, and there is a waiting list, but they are open to, and have had, people perform from all over.

benestoria2

is there nothing going on this year? come on lets keep this thread going

bluevoice

Mná Mná is still going - every third Thursday, in The Crane in Galway. As stated above, it's a showcase for women in music. Please Post if interested!

Thanks!

benestoria2

bluevoice wrote: »

Mná Mná is still going - every third Thursday, in The Crane in Galway. As stated above, it's a showcase for women in music. Please Post if interested!

Thanks!

Any opportunities in the crane for musicians that have a penis?

bluevoice

benestoria2 wrote: »

bluevoice wrote: »

Mná Mná is still going - every third Thursday, in The Crane in Galway. As stated above, it's a showcase for women in music. Please Post if interested!

Thanks!

Any opportunities in the crane for musicians that have a penis?

I don't run The Crane - I just run the Women in Music night. They do have many original artists at The Crane - mainly folk and trad. You should contact them directly, Mick is the one to talk to.

Sunny86

I am launching a new service soon for bands playing shows in London
to help connect Irish acts with fans of the Irish music scene in the city.
Its an events listings page and will keep fans up to date of who is playing
where and also keep them up to date on news from back here.

The launch 1st show is in Proud Camden on the 18th of feb with Dublins
Sounds of system breakdown kicking off the initiative.

I am also on hand for help or advice on bands trying to get shows in UK
but beware, UK scene is very tough with extremely well produced polished
acts so i'll be blunt with my opinions, if your interested just join the facebook page below and feel free to contact me.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/I-GiGs-London-/344002095612040
http://www.facebook.com/SOSBmusic

Patrick Wall

Hi, my name is Patrick Wall and am a blues/oldtime country singer, I am interested in any opportunities with regard to playing in blues sessions, gigs or forming a band that can play the songs of Moon Mullican, Jerry Lee Lewis, Bill Monroe, Jimmie Rodgers, Hank Williams and similar. Any help is much appreciated. Below are my music sites:

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/patrickwall2
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/patrickwall
http://www.facebook.com/PatrickWallBluesSinger
http://www.amazon.com/Ill-Sail-My-Ship-Alone/dp/B004K2MPIO/ref=sr_shvl_album_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1327651302&sr=301-1
http://www.amazon.com/Ill-Sail-My-Ship-Alone/dp/B00721L8WY/ref=sr_shvl_album_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1327696694&sr=301-2
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/ill-sail-my-ship-alone-single/id415760510
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/ill-sail-my-ship-alone/id496191847

The Stoles

Hi, we are an up and coming alternative rock act called THE STOLES, we are due to releasse our first ep next month and start promoting it around the country and possibly ovearseas from may onwards, we'd much appriciate any help and suggestions.

Check out our official page www.thestoles.com for more info and contact details.


Thanks

Clairesk

Hi,
My name is Claire and I run a music and culture blog.
At the moment I'm running a competition, primarily aimed at bands that are just starting out or those that are about to embark on a new tour and are short on funds for promo.

The winner of the competition will win a free professional photoshoot with Bettystown Based photographer and stylist, Style Shot Sessions. This could be a great way to kickstart some promo. Click here for more info

FionnK86

Not sure if I can "bump" this, any more opportunities?

Kielys of Mount Merrion

Hi

We are looking for bands to fill a new regular Friday night showcase slot in Kielys of Mount Merrion. The format at the moment is a small entry charge shared pro-rata between the bands on the night. We also welcome solo artists and singer/songwriters.

Kielys has a long history as a venue. Previously known as the Stella Ballroom and the Sportsmans Inn, the list of people who have played here include U2, Elton John, Jeff Lynne, Van Morrison, Wilko Johnson, Phil Lynott, George Melley, Kenny Ball, Rory Gallagher, Phil Chevron, Paul Brady, Christy Moore, Moving Hearts and just about anyone who was anyone in Irish Music.

Applications and enquiries can be sent through Facebook or by replying here. Please help us to build Fridays into a thriving club for aspiring bands and musicians.

[Note to mods: I am aware of Boards' rules on company advertising. I hope this post is not in breach of them. If you wish to make it a separate thread, by all means do so. Thanks.]

Joe_Dull

Kielys of Mount Merrion wrote: »

Hi

We are looking for bands to fill a new regular Friday night showcase slot in Kielys of Mount Merrion. The format at the moment is a small entry charge shared pro-rata between the bands on the night. We also welcome solo artists and singer/songwriters.

Kielys has a long history as a venue. Previously known as the Stella Ballroom and the Sportsmans Inn, the list of people who have played here include U2, Elton John, Jeff Lynne, Van Morrison, Wilko Johnson, Phil Lynott, George Melley, Kenny Ball, Rory Gallagher, Phil Chevron, Paul Brady, Christy Moore, Moving Hearts and just about anyone who was anyone in Irish Music.

Applications and enquiries can be sent through Facebook or by replying here. Please help us to build Fridays into a thriving club for aspiring bands and musicians.

[Note to mods: I am aware of Boards' rules on company advertising. I hope this post is not in breach of them. If you wish to make it a separate thread, by all means do so. Thanks.]

Any interest in slightly heavier rock music? From your list, we'd be more along the U2/Rory Gallagher lines. We'd love to play Kiely's!

PM me or reply here and let me know what you think.

Kielys of Mount Merrion

We're interested in all music. PM sent.

NightBlind

Hi Kielys
We'd be interested in gigging. PM Sent

Thanks