5 Most Popular Catered Dishes and How to Make Them Are you hosting an event? Choosing the right menu is critical to creating a memorable experience. From decadent main dishes to crowd-pleasing sides, these five popular catered dishes will satisfy guests at any gathering. Here’s a rundown of these favorites, with recipes to bring them […]
Best Practices for Your Wedding
Title: Navigating the Harmonious Journey: Best Practices for Hiring a Band or DJ for Your Wedding Planning a wedding is a monumental task that involves careful consideration of every detail, from the venue to the flowers and, of course, the entertainment. Choosing between a live band and a DJ is a decision that can significantly […]
Top New Favorite Holiday Songs of 2022
It’s the holiday season and with that comes holiday music! Whether you like the holiday classics or like newer renditions, or original songs, there’s something for everyone! It seems like almost every artist has a holiday album or at least a holiday song. If you’re looking to add some new songs into your holiday rotation, […]
Giving Back – Music to Our Ears
It’s December and the season of giving is upon us. The last two years have been especially hard for the entertainment industry and non-profit sectors. Here we are featuring three non-profit organizations that are doing good locally and in our industry. We encourage raising awareness, volunteering, and donating to these wonderful causes. UpBeat Music and […]
5 Ways Musicians Can Earn Extra Cash While Navigating the Pandemic
It’s no secret that the pandemic has had a massive impact on musicians and other artists over the past year. Without being able to get out there to play gigs or record, artists who were entirely dependent on these sources of income are struggling. The Chicago Entertainment Agency has put together some tips for you […]
Long Play Music Fest 2021 Photo Gallery
Long Play Music Fest took place at Rivets Stadium in Loves Park, IL over this past 4th of July weekend and it was a blast! Gin Blossoms, Jeff Tweedy, and the legendary Cheap Trick headlined a fantastic lineup of talented artists. Some of the other extremely talented artists that were featured in the festival were […]
A Musician’s Guide to Facebook Ads
Using Facebook ad campaigns is a great way for musicians and entertainers to increase their reach and awareness to their audiences. With Facebook’s ad manager, you can easily design your ad using various formats, placements, and objectives to meet your specific goals. This guide will tell you about the different formats you can utilize as […]
How to Win Over New Clients
As a small business owner, you need to have an array of methods to attract new clients. You want potential patrons to be drawn not just to your service, but also to you and your team. If people know that the man behind the curtain is an active community member and all-around nice guy, why […]
How to Buy Concert Tickets Strategically
Our wallets were hit hard during the pandemic, but many of us want to get back into the world of entertainment after being stuck in our houses for a whole year. While our streaming subscriptions and YouTube watch lists have served us well (and kept the spark alive), we need to get back in the […]
Concerts Returning to the Chicagoland Area in Summer 2021
Big names are performing in Chicagoland’s theatres, centers, and stadiums in the coming months offering a mix of contemporary and classic sounds. Summer 2021 is approaching with great haste, and Chicagoans are eager for live music that is safe and authentic to the integrity of live musical performance. Though social distancing is still in place, […]