We believe that our
mission should not stop in
our current markets. In upcoming
years, we consider it our duty to take our strategies and the opportunity BigTime shows offer to every artist that can be reached.
Not only will we continue to improve our tactics for creating connection, but we will also broaden our reach-nationally and even internationally.
BigTime will not stop until we’ve given every artist the tools and the opportunity they deserve. This is our mission...
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BigTime Entertainment Connecting You to Your Fans is Our Mission
At BigTime Entertainment, it’s our mission to Connect bands to their Fans. BigTime not only does this by putting bands on stage in front of their current fans and soon-to-be fans but also by encouraging our bands to initiate one-on-one contact with their fans. This is where the real connection is made—especially while growing a local or regional following. In addition, BigTime Entertainment does its best to equip bands with effective strategies to help them make the most of every opportunity for real connection.
"Our first show was at ‘Name-Brand Exchange’ at Southern Val Vista," recounts Jim Adkins (lead vocals & guitar) of Interscope Records’ JIMMY EAT WORLD. "It was kinda like a buffalo exchange-a clothing store thing...they were having a party". "It was pretty much like an upscale thrift store for high school girls," adds Zach Lind (drums).
"It wasn’t our first real show, but it was our first public performance as JIMMY EAT WORLD," continues Adkins. "The first real show we played was like an all-local gig with like 6 bands at some [all ages] punk rock kinda art-space that only was open for about 8 months. There was whole slew of those in [our home market]." *
Sadly, Jimmy Eat World’s experience at the outset of their music career is pretty typical. Many bands struggle to get into legitimate music venues. Also it’s an unfortunate reality that many all-ages venues struggle to maintain consistent revenues and eventually are forced out of business. In fact, in a handful of major U.S. markets, there are currently no established small or mid-sized, all-ages venues whatsoever. This means that local and even many national touring acts have very little choice of where to perform in these areas.
As was the case with Jimmy Eat World, many bands struggle when starting out. Although many experience difficulty booking shows that will contribute to the growth of their career, most struggle even finding chances to play real shows--somewhere other than birthday parties, school sponsored events, and small bars (21+ only).
Even when bands do book real shows, they often don’t get the results they want from the shows because of a simple lack of information. They’ve all been in the audience for amazing shows, but very few of them understand what it takes to re-create that experience for their fans when they take the stage. Most assume that the key to a successful show is giving an amazing performance--and that is important. However, what they don’t know starting out is that great shows are really made before the band takes the stage--through one on one interaction with fans and truly effective promotion efforts. Thankfully, BigTime can help.
BigTime Entertainment believes that, although the above issues are undeniable actualities of today’s music industry, BigTime shows are affecting change for the better. Already, since BigTime Entertainment’s inception in 2004, over 5,000 bands (roughly 18,000 band members) have been given the opportunity to play fun and beneficial shows at great all-ages venues in their home market--thanks to BigTime booking.
BigTime Entertainment is constantly empowering its artists to create valuable, effective, and fulfilling live performances by providing both the opportunities and the strategies necessary to succeed. By doing this, BigTime continues to fulfill its mission of connecting bands to their fans.
It is also worth noting that in the last year alone, BigTime has worked with over 30 all-ages venues throughout the United States. In a handful of cases, venues have even credited BigTime booking for keeping them in business during difficult times. Ultimately though, BigTime shows not only help venues to survive, but also to thrive--which contributes greatly to the viability of local music in each market. In addition, there are a variety of people (sound/lighting technicians, security staff, venue management, etc.) that play a vital role in making shows happen, and by partnering with all-ages venues, BigTime Entertainment is able to benefit these individuals as well.
Although BigTime Entertainment contributes to local music in a variety of ways, the band-fan connection is always BigTime’s top priority. BigTime Entertainment exists for that connection. It’s not just our mission; it’s our passion.
* Rothlein, J./Speedway Films (Producer), & Richardson, R. (Director). (2003). Jimmy Eat World: Believe In What You Want [DVD]. United States: SKG Music LLC/ dreamworksrecords.com