steve626

So, my show tonight at the Praha was less than good. The bands were awsome, but the turnout left a little to be desired. I ended up eating about $50, that is 50 in the red. So instead of making money, I paid 50 to stand outside and card people all night. And this was the show that was supposed to make me break even for tomorrow's show where I'm almost certain to lose money. I've said that promoting is like a hobby to me. But not the fact that its something I pour money into and get nothing back. I'd like to be compensated a little for the flyers I make hundreds of copies of, or the lights I rent. Or the time I spend talking to bands. And how is it that bands can have guarentees but I cannot? Why can't a band pay me $50 if they cancel a show the week before (happened last week) or $50 is they cancel the day of (happened tonight)? Am I not also liable. Not to mention that the 21 year old, who's practically been stalking me, got sick right before the show tonight and left me lonely.
Urgh! I've been told that promoting is a thankless job, and I'm beginning to understand why.
Sorry to be so negative, but its late. And I've been up for 20 hours already.
Have a nice weekend everyone!