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Introducing Prism Deal Tracker

July 21, 2022

As a Prism user, you are likely already taking advantage of all of the awesome features of our platform, like easy calendar management, instant offer generation, and revenue and expense tracking. Now, you can leverage…

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A Quick Guide to Concert Budget Breakdowns for Music Venues

July 18, 2022

A live event is one of the best ways to showcase musical talent. It serves as a platform to have one’s voice heard — literally and figuratively — and share feelings and experiences. After all,…

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A Quick Guide for How to Promote a Concert on Social Media

June 20, 2022

Around 85% of concertgoers find out about events online, with 66% of fans claiming that they like learning about upcoming concerts on social media platforms. If we narrow the pool even more, more than half…

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What to Consider in Live Music Venue Design

June 1, 2022

Whether you have an intimate hole-in-the-wall or a massive theater, it’s essential to consider your live music venue design carefully. Single-use venues are quickly becoming a thing of the past, and your venue needs to…

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How to Promote a Music Festival in 2022

May 12, 2022

Although many headline tours have been slow to restart post-pandemic, outdoor festivals have experienced a massive boom since the return of live events. Fans are more ready than ever to attend concerts to see their…

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How to Find Bands to Play at Your Venue: Building Agent Relationships

May 9, 2022

Bands that were forced to cancel gigs during COVID are looking to book gigs at great venues to make up for lost time. And after the disappointment of having to live without live events for…

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What to Consider When Starting a Live Music Venue

April 12, 2022

Whether you already own a bar or restaurant and want to attract more customers, or you believe there’s room in the local market for a new space, starting a live music venue is always an…

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Tips for an Effective Concert Ticket Pricing Strategy

April 1, 2022

It’s no secret that the pandemic has been rough on everyone. But despite the ups and downs we’ve faced as a community, Americans are ready to return to their favorite activities. Over half of American…

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Navigating Concert Venue Staffing as Venues Reopen

March 23, 2022

As live music venues re-emerge from COVID and lockdowns, musicians and concertgoers alike are eager to get back to the stage. But with increased demands and health considerations, venue owners need to employ more people…

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Five Great Ideas for Music Festival Marketing Campaigns

March 10, 2022

It’s all too easy to fall into the trap of thinking that your festival’s tickets will fly off the shelves simply because we’ve been in a live entertainment drought for two years. Marketing is still…

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