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Aloha Folks,
Mahalo to eveyone who came out an supported the Hot Buttered Rum & Sambada tours during the last couple of months. Both bands are looking forward to returning to Hawaii sometime during 2008. Hopefully we can work something out to ensure their return.
I've come to a crossroads with repsect to AlohaGroove, and while I don't want to stop doing shows, I may have no other choice. Putting on these shows takes a LOT of time and energy, with not much financial reward on the backend. While I've managed to make a little $$, if I broke it down, I'm sure my hourly wage would be half the legal limit. That being said,
ALOHAGROOVE REALLY NEEDS YOUR HELP.
I've got a lot of different bands/artists contacting me about coming to Hawaii. I can almost guarantee there is a band you want to see here in Hawaii that has contacted me. Bluegrass, funk, jamband, world beat, reggae, americana, DJ, live electronica....you name it, and I've probably been approached.
Honestly, without some strong support, I'm not certain I can continue to bring quality music to Hawaii. The fun is taking away too much time from my real job, and my real job pays the bills.
Below is a list of areas where I need support, and I"m hoping some people will step up and help the greater cause.
1. Graphic Designers....There is a variety of graphic design stuff that needs to be done for each tour. Ultimately, I'd like to have various promotional pieces available for download through www.AlohaGroove.com. For each tour, I generally need: 4-ups, 8.5 x 11, 12 x 17 poster, sometime I need banners. Many times the artist/band will provide the artwork, and the graphic artist just needs to add details about the shows.
2. Website updates...My current web designer is great, but I still need to pay her cash. I'd prefer to trade tickets for web updates. I generally provide the content, and just need it added to the site.
3. Street Team....OK, this is where I REALLY need support....I'm hoping to find a consistent person in each geographical area to handle poster/flyer distribution responsibilities. It's helpful to have the same person do the flyer/poster distribution in each area as they will learn the different stores & places that will allow the posters/flyers.
Street Team just doesn't involved flyer and poster distribution, there are other jobs too...
1. Hospitality...this involves making sure the band's hospitality needs are met. I will give you a list of things they require, and you will need to hit the stores and get them. Usually this involved a trip to the market/health food store.
In addition to buying the items, you'll be responsible for setting up the food/drinks in the backstage area. Of course, you would be reimbursed for any money you spend (please provide a receipt).
2. Ticketing Help...this involves selling tickets at the door. I generally need a total of 4 people for each show. 2 person teams for 2 hours each.
3. Street Team Flyer/Poster Distribution Coordination......I need someone organized and motivated to help with this important task. I've got a list of people who have offered to help (WE STILL NEED HELP!!!), and you'll need to coordinate the various street team activities. (mostly flyer/poster distribution)
4. Production Help....I need a (sober) person or two at each show to help out with loading in/loading out. This requires being at the show a few hours early, and then being around after the show ends to load out. Even if you can only commit to loading in or loading out, please help us!!!
5. Media promotion and press releases. If you are a PR person or know someone who is willing to help out, PLEASE contact me ASAP. Most bands have PR teams, but a local connection would be great.
6. CD duplication and distribution...Since many people have not heard of the bands/artists that AlohaGroove brings to Hawaii, gettting the music out is crucial. I'd love to develop a network of people who would be willing to make (5) copies of a disc (i'll provde the original) and give them to people who might be inclined to attend our events. This is VERY GRASSROOTS, and is VERY HELPFUL.
The time to help is NOW!! 2008 is just around the corner, and there are 3 or 4 bands who want to come out during Jan. and February. Please contact me soon, and let me know how you can help support AlohaGroove.
Any other offers of support greatly appreciated!!!
Peace, love, and aloha,
John Stallings
www.AlohaGroove.com
808.294.1794
Mahalo to eveyone who came out an supported the Hot Buttered Rum & Sambada tours during the last couple of months. Both bands are looking forward to returning to Hawaii sometime during 2008. Hopefully we can work something out to ensure their return.
I've come to a crossroads with repsect to AlohaGroove, and while I don't want to stop doing shows, I may have no other choice. Putting on these shows takes a LOT of time and energy, with not much financial reward on the backend. While I've managed to make a little $$, if I broke it down, I'm sure my hourly wage would be half the legal limit. That being said,
ALOHAGROOVE REALLY NEEDS YOUR HELP.
I've got a lot of different bands/artists contacting me about coming to Hawaii. I can almost guarantee there is a band you want to see here in Hawaii that has contacted me. Bluegrass, funk, jamband, world beat, reggae, americana, DJ, live electronica....you name it, and I've probably been approached.
Honestly, without some strong support, I'm not certain I can continue to bring quality music to Hawaii. The fun is taking away too much time from my real job, and my real job pays the bills.
Below is a list of areas where I need support, and I"m hoping some people will step up and help the greater cause.
1. Graphic Designers....There is a variety of graphic design stuff that needs to be done for each tour. Ultimately, I'd like to have various promotional pieces available for download through www.AlohaGroove.com. For each tour, I generally need: 4-ups, 8.5 x 11, 12 x 17 poster, sometime I need banners. Many times the artist/band will provide the artwork, and the graphic artist just needs to add details about the shows.
2. Website updates...My current web designer is great, but I still need to pay her cash. I'd prefer to trade tickets for web updates. I generally provide the content, and just need it added to the site.
3. Street Team....OK, this is where I REALLY need support....I'm hoping to find a consistent person in each geographical area to handle poster/flyer distribution responsibilities. It's helpful to have the same person do the flyer/poster distribution in each area as they will learn the different stores & places that will allow the posters/flyers.
Street Team just doesn't involved flyer and poster distribution, there are other jobs too...
1. Hospitality...this involves making sure the band's hospitality needs are met. I will give you a list of things they require, and you will need to hit the stores and get them. Usually this involved a trip to the market/health food store.
In addition to buying the items, you'll be responsible for setting up the food/drinks in the backstage area. Of course, you would be reimbursed for any money you spend (please provide a receipt).
2. Ticketing Help...this involves selling tickets at the door. I generally need a total of 4 people for each show. 2 person teams for 2 hours each.
3. Street Team Flyer/Poster Distribution Coordination......I need someone organized and motivated to help with this important task. I've got a list of people who have offered to help (WE STILL NEED HELP!!!), and you'll need to coordinate the various street team activities. (mostly flyer/poster distribution)
4. Production Help....I need a (sober) person or two at each show to help out with loading in/loading out. This requires being at the show a few hours early, and then being around after the show ends to load out. Even if you can only commit to loading in or loading out, please help us!!!
5. Media promotion and press releases. If you are a PR person or know someone who is willing to help out, PLEASE contact me ASAP. Most bands have PR teams, but a local connection would be great.
6. CD duplication and distribution...Since many people have not heard of the bands/artists that AlohaGroove brings to Hawaii, gettting the music out is crucial. I'd love to develop a network of people who would be willing to make (5) copies of a disc (i'll provde the original) and give them to people who might be inclined to attend our events. This is VERY GRASSROOTS, and is VERY HELPFUL.
The time to help is NOW!! 2008 is just around the corner, and there are 3 or 4 bands who want to come out during Jan. and February. Please contact me soon, and let me know how you can help support AlohaGroove.
Any other offers of support greatly appreciated!!!
Peace, love, and aloha,
John Stallings
www.AlohaGroove.com
808.294.1794
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