Review the show – think about what worked well, what you’d like to improve, whether everyone involved was happy and how to change things in the future.

If you’re performing original music, you should be a member of APRA AMCOS.  After each show, keep records of your setlists so you can submit a Performance Report.

Reconcile payment for the gig, pay any outstanding fees and record any expenses – this will help at tax time.

Email the venue and thank them for the show. Send them any live reviews or press that came from the event and let them know you would like to play there again.

Follow up with contacts of fans you met at the show or any that signed up to your contacts list. Maybe even send them a photo from the gig.