Sunday, May 20, 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.

For your tour, you will surely require solid instrument cases. Before you hit the road, you want to be sure that your instruments are safely packed waiting to produce the best sounds later. Therefore, you are encouraged to invest in high quality cases made from sturdy and durable materials. However, it is also critical to ensure that everything is as light as it can get.

Choosing the right mode of transport for you is also an important part of your preparations. Here, you should take into account the number of people you will be traveling with. You want to be sure everyone will seat comfortably throughout the journey. The van you settle for should therefore be spacious enough. Additionally, you want to service it so as to get in good condition. Having a reliable map to guide you is also vital.

Pack enough food items. After you and your band-mates have traveled for long, you will undoubtedly feel hungry. Therefore, you need to have enough food in the car to keep you nourished. When you suspect that you not have enough time between your shows, the snacks will also come in handy. Additionally, do not forget to carry enough drinking water and bottled drinks. Grumpiness is a really enemy of a good show.

It is also important to pack the right clothes. This requires first taking into account the prevailing weather conditions at the locales you will be touring. For example, during winter, you want to be sure you carry a hat, coat, blanket and gloves. During spring, having some tee shirts is recommended just in case you feel sweaty.

You should not allow yourselves to be bored when on your road trip. Therefore, you should find decide beforehand on the tracks that will keep all of you entertained. Remember, there are long stretches along the way that you will have to deal with. Tracks from some of the bands that you admire should therefore be good enough to keep you inspired. Besides, you want to set the right mood for your upcoming performances.

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.

Decide on the places where you will crash. Everyone requires sleep. When planning your tour, it is therefore recommended that you also decide on where you will have some rest. There are a few place that you can consider including hotels and even you van. Still, it will be important to network during your tour and make new friends.




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