30. Building a Sustainable Touring Business with Brandon Hughes

Ever feel like you're spinning your wheels with shows? Stressed at the idea of planning a tour? Today's episode is for you.
We talk with booking agent and owner of Revel Talent Alliance, Brandon Hughes, who's worked with artists like Michigander, Vesperteen, and Motherfolk.
What You'll Learn
- What a booking agent is
- What's the difference between a booking agent and a manager
- How you can best plan your tours
- How to view touring as a key component of your business
- How to approach touring sustainably (and not burn yourself out)
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About Music Business Mindset
Music Business Mindset is the official podcast of Evergreen Records – a production company dedicated to helping independent artists grow. We take a bit of a different approach to helping you find success, focusing less on the gear and trends, and more on YOU and your band as a business.
The podcast brings you interviews from awesome artists and industry leaders – all with the goal of helping you find true and lasting success, financial stability, and personal wellbeing on your journey in the music industry.
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Resources:
Evergreen Records | Production and Mixing
Guide: The Best Way to Promote Your Music
Guide: How to Build A Pro Web Presence to Grow Your Band
David's Hierarchy of Leads – The 4 Levels of Fandom
Music Marketing Psychology Case Study
SongwriterSounds: Ultra-Usable Synth Presets for Logic Pro X