Planning any size event can be daunting! But don’t fret! We at CEA are here to help! In this blog, you’ll find some simple and helpful tips to make your next event run smoothly! 1.) Start early! – It’s always a good rule of thumb to be earlier than later. You snooze you lose! Well, […]

If you’re anything like me, then you are always looking to save money! Hey, there’s nothing wrong with that! Let’s face it, touring can be expensive! So make the most out of your time on the road with these easy steps… 1.) Bring down the house! – A way to save money is to bring […]

Building lasting relationships isn’t easy, but that’s what makes then worth it! 1.)  Get Social! – Your fans are out there and they want to find you! Become a social butterfly. Make sure that you are present on all social-media platforms. It’s great to have a website and a Facebook page. But there is so […]

3 TIPS to GET YOUR EMAIL READ RATIO UP! I play music. I send emails to let people know that I play music. What am I doing wrong? As a musician who understands the importance of maintaining a loyal fan base, you know that you have to constantly keep your parrot heads, little monsters, and […]

So you decided to start a band….. How is that going for you? Maybe a better question to ask yourself is why? Why did you start this band, and what is your goal? What is it that you want to accomplish? Before you read anything else on this page, be HONEST with yourself. You are […]

Chicago Entertainment Agency has made a TON of mistakes over the 15+ years we’ve been in the industry. We feel that it is important to share some insight with our clients so they can make the best decisions. Enjoy our Top 10 list – We hope that this information is valuable for planning your wedding. […]

Musicians and entertainers have suffered during the COVID-19 pandemic; public health measures have made both private and public events few and far between. As Chicago begins to reopen, it is normal as an entertainer to feel both excited to book gigs and nervous about how they might look different. In this unprecedented time in global […]

You have the talent, the equipment, the knowledge and you definitely have the hustle. You have everything you need to be the perfect entertainment for someone’s event — but when it comes to finding gigs, the only things you can’t seem to find are the ones you shouldn’t have to need: time and money. Chicago […]

Between the stay-at-home order, the closing of non-essential businesses, and the ban on large public gatherings, we have all felt the effects of COVID-19, especially in the arts and entertainment industry.  How will this rapidly spreading disease affect the future of summer festivals? What we know is this: the city of Chicago has shut down […]

From finding performers to choosing the setlist, these ten tips will give you pointers and insight about booking the perfect wedding band for your big day! Planning a wedding is no small task, but booking a live band for your wedding day can be, and should be, easy and fun. John Barry, CEO of Chicago […]