Where would i be able to find a band or work as a singer?
967045
Go to your local music store and they will hook you up with others that are looking for singers and other band members. This is how i got my band together.
249504
I'm in the eastern United States. I play harmonica. I go to bars that  hold 'OPEN MICS'.\nTry a search for live music, and check your local paper for clubs or Open Mics, or Jams...
14189
It works best if you have a group of friends that like similar music, and play a variety of guitars and other instruments. Then practice like crazy. Do your best to write your own music. Then, once you have worked out several songs, make a small but good recording. Take it to all your local bars and coffeehouses that accept bands. Press packs are good, and they include a band bio, details on members, a demo CD, etc. They are good to send to local radio stations and big name venues. Log on the MySpace.com and make yourself an account. Look for local bands you'd like to play with and send them a message. I hope all this helps you.
371819
Well go to ur closest place that you want to advestise at and ask them where you can do a commercail for them. i have an i'm on lots of commercail and now i am writing my single  for my new record.
868939
Ok this can be a tough one. Being in a band myself, and currently looking to be signed, I may have a few good ways to break into the scene. First off you should cut a demo. Now a days there are allot of places to this. I would start by googleing recording studios in your area, or look in the phonebook. Most places will charge about 25-40 an hour, so be mindful about where you go to. Second get your name out there. The best way to do this is to play shows where ever you can. There is no place to small to put on a show and get yourself out there. Understand that most record companies get so many demos a month from so many bands that have been around allot longer then you. And Record Reps don't look for acts that are not established. So it may be years before a big record company comes knocking on your door. The one thing you have to have is drive, any record company small or large will not take any intrest in an artist if they don't have drive. They are more willing to help an artist who helps themselves. I can tell you that my band has had to play allot of dive bars and underground shows before that one really big show came along, or people started to take notice. Also you want to generate buzz about yourself. Bring something to the table that no one else is. Their are allot of artists out there who want the same thing, its tough but you have to have the edge, or you will be passed over. Keep contacts with people. The more you keep in touch with people who work in the music business, the better they will remember you when it comes to name dropping on there part. And finally be as friendly and nice to people you meet as you can. More often then not people get an ego about who they think they are, and a mark is put on them. And word spreads very fast about people who are rude or have a huge ego. It is really up to you how you want to act, but people will be more friendly and willing to help you out if you are nice. I hope this helps. True its not everything you need to know, but its a good start.
984156
You're very vague. There are lots of different careers in the music business. Please expand and I'll try to reply as best I can\n\nEDIT : Singer. Are you singing now? Do you go out to clubs/pubs and sing? If not, why not? I hear so many people saying they want to be a singer, but aren't actually doing it. So the first bit of advice would be, start singing in front of an audience, ANY audience, it doesn't matter. This way you will get better at singing, at banter with the crowds, etc etc. Even karaoke is better than nothing.\n\nThe next thing would be to try and record a demo, if you write songs, so much the better, if you don't, you need to find someone who can write for you. NB There is no point going in to a studio to record standards like "Summertime...and the weather is easy..." It will go straight in the bin. \n\nSo you need to find a good song you can sing, and then get it recorded to a professional standard. You may have to do this process many times before you are happy with the track(s) you want people to hear.\n\nThe next stage is the REALLY tricky bit : you have to find someone who believes in you enough to want to spend HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF POUNDS to promote you. Tall order? You bet! Try finding a manager, they will be experienced in talking to people who actually work in the industry.\n\nAnd the final thing - BE PERSISTENT. If at first you don't succeed, and all that.\n\nAs a final note, if you are not very attractive, or over 25, the odds are REALLY stacked against you!!!\n\nGood luck.\n\nPS You could always just apply for The X Factor, of course. Though the odds on getting anywhere on that show are slimmer than John Prescott winning the 100m race in the Olympics.\n\nPPS Catweazel's right, it really IS full of ar*eholes.
937909
I see most of those types of gigs posted on craigslist.org. When you visit the link below, select your state from the right hand side of the screen, choose you nearest city, and then "jobs" or "gigs".\n\nHappy Hunting!
164127
Well...you have to be able to sing...and if you can't sing, eh...try something else.\n\nPersonally, I've accepted every offer I've been given when it comes to music, even if I wasn't too excited about it. I've done opera, musicals, simple party performances, and other stuff...
448800
Go to a site called MYSPACE.COM this was in CNN, people have found many jobs and good opertunities. there was a band on CNN who even found some sponser. so try it\n\ngood luck
31223
find some people who can play instruments
1011346
Make a demo.  You won't get anywhere without anything recorded.  The industry is ridiculously tough to get into, so you have to work hard at it.  You have to promote the hell out of your music, and create a buzz.  Start small, then work your way up.  The major labels mostly look at smaller, indie labels for new talent now.  Start performing live at local venues.  You're not going to just walk into a major recording contract.
296164
Yes i would like to be in a band in fact i am actually making a band www.r_ouge_13@yahoo.com e-mail me info. Kool
1156096
The easiest way would be to go to a show at a club in a city close to yours, and meet them after at the merch tables...bands usually hang out at the merch tables after shows.
461374
I have a couple of friends that play gigs throughout town.  You need a following of people.  I would have a mail list set up at your gigs and inform them of when you are playing next.  When you have a big enough following, you can get into places like the Viper Room (in LA) or other places  (depending on your type of music).  These types of places have A&R scouts, managers etc.. \n\nDo everything you can to get the word out.  Go to myspace and start a band following there.  It also is a fast and easy way to let people know where you are gonna be playing..\n\nSending unsolicited tapes are the long shot way of getting a contract simply because there are so many submissions.. most of the time they end up in the trash (unless you are unique sounding or spectacular)..\n\nGood luck..
394529
My band uses a site called Gigmaster to look for jobs.  It has a bunch of bands and their styles, pictures, etc. and you can find ones in your area that look good and ask them for quotes.
290230
Post something on craigslist.org in the Gigs section.  You can post in your specific area or anywhere in the US.
830191
Same as you - I'd love to be able to sing. I don't want to be famous or anything, but I'd love to have a nice singing voice.