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DIY Gig-Booking Services

Gigit Allows Fans and Users to Easily Book Artists for Any Event

— July 2, 2013 — Pop Culture
If you have ever wanted to book artists for a private party or an event that you were throwing, Gigit has an easy solution. The online service allows fans and users to book artists for parties and events; normally, if you are looking to book artists it is anything but easy.

In the past if you were looking to book a well-known band, you would need to go through an agency to book the artists and normally go through countless e-mail exchanges and unanswered calls. The new online platform Gigit is aiming to make the booking process much easier and accessible to anyone.

Gigit features a list of 20 artists and the list will continue to grow. The site features up and coming talented bands as well as well-known artists and groups like Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. The pricing varies from $200 to $5,000 depending on the artist’s popularity.
Trend Themes
1. DIY Event-planning Services - There is an opportunity to expand Gigit's services to include other event-planning offerings such as catering and décor.
2. Crowdsourcing Booking Platforms - Similar booking platforms have the opportunity to harness the power of crowdsourcing to gather more talent and cater to a wider range of client needs.
3. Virtual Artist Performances - With the shift towards virtual events, there is an opportunity to incorporate virtual artist performances and reach a wider audience globally.
Industry Implications
1. Event Production - Event production companies can partner with Gigit to offer booking services as part of their packages, expanding their offerings and appealing to a wider client base.
2. Music Industry - Music labels and artists can adopt similar booking technologies to offer their services directly to fans, enhancing their customer base and keeping up with industry developments.
3. Hospitality Industry - Hotels and resorts can partner with booking services to offer live entertainment options to their guests, creating a unique experience and providing a competitive edge in the industry.
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