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Arriving in April of 2021

April Events

A  little over a month ago I posed this question to our blog followers. “What type of industry news would benefit your career? ”We received this response from multiple readers.  “What festivals are bringing back live music?”  The industry went from broadband to 5G in two shakes of a lamb tail. Each day the list […]

Video, The Modern Day Business Card

Demo Video

I Wouldn’t Lie To You This week I spoke with two videographers, one from Central Florida and one from South Florida. Both used to play music full time. I knew their experience as a gigging musician would help me accomplish my goal. The goal was simple. I needed to find someone to capture professional demo […]

Change

 Now is the time to explore and play the music you have always dreamed of. Don’t let past memories and emotions cloud your judgment.

Virtual House Concerts with Steve Arvey

Steve Arvey

Are you tired of sitting around the house but not quite ready to get back out?   We completely understand where you are coming from. That is why we designed a private listening experience.   CJS has teamed up with singer/songwriters across the country. We are now featuring private house concerts via Zoom. This experience […]

Virtual House Concerts

House Concerts

Are you curious about the songwriting process? Have you ever wanted a more intimate experience while listening to music? Now you can host your own private listening party via Zoom. CJS Live Music is now featuring Virtual House Concerts. This experience resembles a House Concert. The setting is intimate and the room is set up […]

Exploring Creative Mornings

Exploring Creative Mornings   Every month a group called “Creative Mornings St.Pete” gets together. During these meetups, they give birth to new ideas. Hailed as the world’s largest face-to-face creative community. This meetup is destined to make a difference.   I had the pleasure of visiting Creative Mornings at The Station House in St.Pete. At […]

Discovering New Music

Discovering New Music

One of my favorite things to do at CJS Live Music is to discover new music. We like finding those intricate artists who can take the party to the next level. We recently started working with Matt Frick. Matt has a BA in Folklore and Ethnomusicology at Indiana University. He plays the Banjo, Guitar, Piano, […]

Portable Stages For Your Next Event

Stage Rental

Are you in need of a portable stage for your next event? We have just recently added more stage panels and can now accommodate a variety of sizes.   This mobile stage works great for corporate functions, private parties, trade shows, festivals, and more. Raise Up Your Next Event with Live Music or a Stage […]

Dispatch at Thompson’s Point: Artist & Venue Spotlight

Artist & Venue Spotlight with Dispatch at Thompson’s Point Situated on the Fore River in Portland, Maine, Thompson’s Point is a great place to see a show. Outdoor music venues have always captured my soul. The combination of fresh air and live music moves through the body like a flowing river. The only major concern […]

Central Florida Entertainment: Raising Cadence

Central Florida Entertainment

Escape with Raising Cadence I recently caught up with Raising Cadence from Central Florida. The band has just released a new single along with a music video.   Before we get to the Q&A let’s take a look at their latest release. It is available on Youtube or Spotify.   “Escape” This song made me […]

Sound Check Your Next Event With These Easy Tips

Cover Bands

You glance over at your boss and he gives you the look. You choose the wrong band. Wondering, why in the world would they play that song? How am I going to explain this? If only I would have booked a band when I was given the date of the event. By waiting until the […]

The Legit Musician Explores the Cover Scene

Battle of the Bands

Cover bands can be a great outlet for musicians looking to play out live. Even if they aren’t comfortable writing original material. It is a great way to make some extra money as well. The more experienced musician can do well in a cover band without putting a lot of work into it even. But […]

Musicians Corner with Steve McNulty

Cover music

We love feedback. Especially when the insights come from the professionals who do it daily. Here is Steve McNulty’s take on improving the guest experience at your music venue. I was thinking about great times I’ve had listening to music in iconic places. Landmarks like Duval Street in Key West, Ski season in Colorado and […]

3 Tips For Creating A Following For Your Music Program

Create a following

WoHoo! The band is back together! We are going to pack the house every weekend!! I am going to get on the phone right now and book them every Friday night for the next year. This is going to increase sales and get us back on track! Are you in the hospitality business? Does your […]

Planning Ahead

“Plans are of little importance, but planning is essential.” ― Winston Churchill, former British Prime Minister Planning Ahead One of the most consistent themes we see inside the event industry is the failure to plan out. Waiting till the last minute can make or break your happening. By utilizing lead time, you can secure a professional […]

How to locate music for your corporate event

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.48″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.19.15″] Your to-do list is final and it is long! This year, you will be in charge of your company’s annual holiday function. Booking and organizing any event can be fun or stressful. Let’s take a look at some pivotal areas of securing live music for […]

The Story Behind The Mix Tape Series

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.7″] The Mix Tape Series  Years ago, a local musician told me about a song swap. Interesting?  “A song swap did you say? Tell me more please!”  The originator of this project told me that his game plan was to involve numerous local jam bands.  “You got my attention, keep going please!” The  idea behind […]

6 Ways To Promote A Music Program Outside Of Social Media

Today we are going to talk about promoting a music program outside of social media marketing. Use these tools to help target and enhance both your bar and/or venue’s music program.   6 Ways To Promote A Music Program Outside Of Social Media Email list This is a simple and inexpensive way of promoting your […]