I dunno how old you are, but if you have the time and energy, get out and get known. If somebody shows an interest don't be modest, or pompous; get their contact info.

If someone enjoyed your stuff make sure you can invite them next time around. I have some funny stories about getting known locally. It can be fun and profitable without ever getting 'signed'.

One of the things that prompted me along this path was what I learned in Chicago. I played in places where other (then unknown) bands played the same night, or the next weekend, etc. and then went on to make it.
Smashing Pumpkins, The Cure ... I played one night at a club and Allen Holdsworth played there the next night. I heard later (may be rumor) that he actually had to sell some things off to afford the costs of recording the album before going on tour (but he sold a bunch of stuff like T-Shirts and albums at that show and probably every other one on the tour). So I assume he made money.
If names like that struggle to make it and get 'signed', I'm fine with staying local..

Last edited by rharv; 01/12/14 12:32 PM.
I do not work here, but the benefits are still awesome
Make your sound your own!