Crafting a compelling press release is an integral way for event organisers to generate a buzz around their events. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you write and distribute a press release effectively: Start with a Strong Headline: Capture attention with a concise and catchy headline that highlights the key selling point of your event.... Continue Reading →
The Music Venue Trust is an integral part of the live scene in the UK. The charity acts to protect, secure and improve UK Grassroots Music Venues for the benefit of venues, communities and upcoming artists. These venues have played a crucial role in the development of British music over the last 40 years, nurturing... Continue Reading →
Are you an aspiring event organiser navigating the world of DIY promotion? We're here to help. In this DIY guide to event marketing, we'll walk you through the essential steps of promoting your event on a small budget. Whether you're planning a live music or stand-up comedy gig, a community gathering, workshop, or theatre show,... Continue Reading →
While many in the live music industry are concerned only with stadium shows and arena tours, at WeGotTickets we’ve always paid special attention to grassroots and local music scenes. It’s here, in these often-underappreciated small venues, that artists learn their craft, and the next wave of stars is born. Over the years, we’ve worked with... Continue Reading →
With billions of users worldwide, platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (or "X") offer unparalleled opportunities to connect with potential attendees and drive ticket sales. We’ve highlighted seven effective strategies and techniques for leveraging social media to market your event and boost sales. Let’s get into it...    Choosing the Right Platforms:  To get the most out... Continue Reading →
We’re always looking for ways to do good – whether through our environmentally-friendly ticketing system, supporting grassroots events promoters and venues, offering exceptional service to customers, or partnering with charities and fantastic campaigns like Tickets for Good and The Ticket Fund. Earlier this year we joined with Tickets For Good to become the first contributors... Continue Reading →
The government has made £2.25m available to help grassroots music venues through the next few months, but the window to apply for a grant of up to £80,000 is short - with it due to close on 3rd August. If your venue would benefit from these funds you can find out more and lodge your application... Continue Reading →
Calling all venues, promoters, artists and arts organisations! During this difficult period we’re …
For the last couple of years we've been partnered with Attitude is Everything, a frankly incredible charity and inspiring bunch of people whose work is dedicated to improving disable access to live music. We're delighted to let you know about their latest initiative, the DIY Access Guide, which promises grassroots musicians, promoters and venues a practical... Continue Reading →
In a couple of weeks the Coronet will be packed full of sweaty, moshing kids surrounding The Black Lips as they kick out the jams at the latest Fluffer Pit Party. We sat down with the man behind the coolest gigs in London (and quite possibly the world) to find out how the gigs came... Continue Reading →
