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.

Get the best cases for your tools. You instruments are definitely your best tools for the shows you are preparing for. Therefore, you need to invest in the best cases to carry them safely. It is advisable to invest in hard cases that are made from the right materials. However, because you are likely to be the ones carrying the instruments around, be sure to keep everything as light as possible.

Organize transport. You cannot perform at a show that you are not able to get to. Therefore, it is important that to decide on the best means of transport to move around. Here, you need to consider the size of you band and distance to be traveled. If you will use a van, be sure it is spacious enough for the entire band and in good condition.

Do not forget to pack enough snacks. Artists or not, traveling will surely make you feel hungry. Still, where you will have less time between performances, having snacks you in car is important. When packing food, it is important to take the preferences of every band member into account. Additionally, you should not forget bottled water and some drinks.

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.

Keep yourselves entertained. You need to decide on the soundtrack for your music tour. Naturally, as an artist, keeping yourself entertained wherever you are is important. Therefore, have the right compact discs in the car or an alternative music collection. You want to listen to tracks that will keep you in the best mood for your upcoming show.

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.

Organize a place to sleep. Even when you feel energetic at the beginning, you will surely feel exhausted at some point. Therefore, you should decide on where you will crash to regain some energy. You can book an accommodation that suits your budget or organize to sleep at the residence of a friend. Still, you use your van even when it means through taking turns.




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