Our foundation is our performers. We started as a few musicians in a restaurant, and as we grew we made a system that gives Jammers resources that can help their careers long term. We use our tickets and sponsorships to pay for services on your behalf, and we rely on each member of the community doing their part to help each other. The idea is you can get featured in a local publication, record an album, branding help, coaching, interviews, photoshoots, music videos, and more for free or very little cost just from selling tickets and sponsorships for YOUR SHOW.
Why perform at Phat Jam? Good question!
- Exposure to a large crowd
- We pay YOU in resources
- Cost nothing
- Professional photographs/videos of your band in front of the crowd
- Free live audio recording
- Endless networking opportunities
- Opportunities to get free and discounted Jam Resources like interviews, publication features, logo design, photoshoots, studio time, etc.
- Opens the door to potential future gigs, workshops, promotional opportunities, and future events from Phat Jam
What can I expect?
A good time. Music acts play 3-5 songs, based on their tier (tier based on how many tickets you sell). We will supply all mics, amps, drum kit, etc. Basically everything besides hand-held instruments and pedals. Your act name will be displayed on a screen behind y’all. Your application submission goes to a spreadsheet that we use to make our lineup every month, as well as get folks gigs. Since this is recurring and we get a lot of applications, you may be in a future month if this month isn't available. If you are selected, we will give you additional info like how tier systems work, audiovisual, and load in details.
Help us help you
Phat Jam wouldn’t be able to work without people volunteering, promoting, and supporting their community. We continue to use volunteer’s personal equipment for the backline. The more you help promote, offer your time and expertise, the more we are able to do for artists. We get it. We are organized by musicians, comedians, poets, photographers, vendors, and so much more. We are made by underdogs, for underdogs. Let’s Jam!