Small Time Promoter Tips w/Fortune, part 1 (Passionate DJ Podcast #003)

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Finally… the first Passionate DJ Podcast Interview!

Wow, I'm very excited to announce the release of episode 3 of the Podcast!

In this episode, I interview Jessica Fenner, also known as “Fortune”, of A.part Music in Milwaukee. Currently producing 2 weekly parties, both in their third year, one off larger scale events and a DJ collective, Apart believes in delivering music to the community by putting the spotlight on local artists, as well as bringing world class talent to Milwaukee. As a DJ, Fortune has had the privilege of warming up the decks for the likes of Audiojack, Colette, Derrick Carter, Catz & Dogz, JT Donaldson, Gaiser, Kaskade, KiNK, Johnny Fiasco, Justin Martin, Derrick May, Pezzner, Kid Sister and Green Velvet.

Jessica has been writing a compiled list of “small-time promoter tips”, and she is joining us on the podcast to share 30 of them with us! Because of all the great info that we discuss, I had to break it into two episodes.  So, this episode covers the first 15 tips.

In this third episode, I talk about:

  • Getting to know Jessica and A.part music
  • Some unique approaches to building nights in limited markets
  • What audiences want (how to know, and please, your market)
  • The value of a mentor
  • How “word of mouth” is greater than any promotional tool
  • How to have a sense of security when planning and running your own event
  • How to “bulletproof your soul” when it comes to promoting, and avoid those burnout moments

Items mentioned in this session include:

Part two of this interview can be found right here.

Special Bonus

Jessica has graciously allowed me to compile all 30 of these tips into one easy-to-read document. (Hint: this is a great way to get all 30 tips now instead of waiting for part 2!)

Download the PDF of Small Time Promoter Tips here!