Everyone knows that Chicago is a hot spot for live music and concerts. What comes with the experience of the music, is the venue. No matter what type of venue you are looking for, Chicago has the venue for you. Here are ten of our favorite concert venues in Chicago. Thalia Hall Thalia Hall is […]
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Top Virtual Events to find your next gig
Whether we like it or not, virtual events are going to be the new norm for the rest of 2020. This is the time to be on top of your game and find the best virtual events that suit your talents! We have put together a list of the top 5 trendiest virtual events that […]
What do the New Restrictions for Bars and Restaurants Mean for Entertainment in Chicago?
In the beginning of October, we started to see an uprise in live music and small events taking place. But as COVID cases have started to rise in a second wave, Governor JB Pritzker has announced new restrictions for bars and restaurants in Chicago that started Friday, October 30th. Bars: No indoor service All bar […]
Sticker Contest Winner Announced!
Last week, Chicago Entertainment Agency held a contest to determine the official 2020 sticker of CEA. We presented six different sticker options to our Instagram followers who voted for which one they loved. We came down to the final two on Friday… …and they ended up tying! Here are the official 2020 stickers for Chicago […]
What to Blog About as a Musician
If you’re thinking about starting a blog about yourself as a musician, this is your sign. Blogging as a musician is beneficial in many ways. Blog posts are a good way to drive people to your website. When you create a blog post and send it to your subscribers, it gives them even more of […]
Meet the CEO
Meet the CEO of Chicago Entertainment Agency, John Barry! John used to be a drummer for Uncle Jon’s Band, and has since created StarEvents and Chicago Entertainment Agency. He believes that change starts at the grassroots level and that a group of engaged people can accomplish many great things. John started Chicago Entertainment Agency back […]
Top 10 Songs to Include in Your Wedding Setlist
Having a wedding setlist that will get everyone on the dance floor is so important! You want your guests to be engaged in your reception and to be having a good time. By including a wide range of music on your setlist, anyone is bound to find at least one song they like to dance […]
What is TikTok and How Can it Help Me Build My Fan Base?
TikTok is a relatively new app that came out in 2016, but it can definitely help you get fans. It was originally used for lip-syncing and dance videos, but over the past couple of years it has transformed into a widely used app for almost anything you can imagine. TikTok allows you to post 15 […]
How to Safely Perform During COVID
Performing during a pandemic is difficult. How do you find events and perform at them safely? Here are some things you can keep in mind before you take on your next gig or performance on how to safely perform during COVID in Chicago. Market yourself for virtual events Although this isn’t ideal, virtual gigs are […]
How to Stay Relevant as a Musician During COVID
It’s no secret how much the entertainment industry has been affected by Coronavirus. Being a musician in COVID times is not easy. If you are a gigging musician, you are probably hurting big time right now. With tours, festivals, weddings, and corporate events cancelled for the foreseeable future, musicians are being challenged in profound ways. […]