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Every Tuesday at 6AM Eastern time, get a dose of advice so you can run your band efficiently and turn it into a lean, mean, touring machine!

What are people saying about the podcast?

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"Bandhive is the definitive resource for indie artists at all levels—Listen to James and your band WILL become more successful, you’ll be less stressed and you’ll have more fun doing everything that comes along with being a serious DIY musician!"


Ryan Cohen

Ryan Cohen

Robot Dog Studio

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"Great and very informative podcast! Amazing for both amateurs and semi-professional musicians who need tips on how to further progress on the business side of things in the music industry. Highly recommended. :)"


Henrique Martins

Henrique Martins

Bass, Zebra Libra

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"Bandhive has been the single most helpful resource in taking our band to the next level. From touring, to marketing, to sales, to relationships, James and the gang provide invaluable knowledge to anyone wanting to take their band seriously."


Robert Wilkinson

Robert Wilkinson

Facebook review

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Show Notes

Listen now to learn how to cope with stage fright in front of live audiences as well as in a studio setting, so you can put on a great show.

Learn about nurturing your relationships with your fans and how you can create one of a kind records as a unique piece of memorabilia!

Start forming good habits today. Listen now to hear some examples of what you can and should work into your daily routine!

Meet Your Hosts

AARON GINGRAS

About Aaron


Drummer, Management, Production

Hi – I’m Aaron. I have worn a number of hats during my music and touring career, but I have spent the majority of my time as Production for a recording artist, and as manager and drummer in my melodic punk band, Suburban Samurai.

Based in Burlington, Vermont, we have toured New England, the Mid Atlantic, and the Mid West USA with approximately 30-50 shows a year since 2016. Now we're enjoying the process of writing a new record.

In addition to spending the last four years very much inside a world of punk rock, I have also spent a number of years working closely with a musical artist in a production capacity which has allowed me to be involved with numerous concert tours, promotional events, and private gigs on five continents.

Whether we’re talking about gigs in a Brazilian soccer stadium, an arena in Melbourne, Jazzfest in Montreal, or a punk rock club in Boston, I appreciate the consistent and honest work that goes into music and its supporting industries.

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About Aaron


Drummer, Management, Production

Hi – I’m Aaron. I have worn a number of hats during my music and touring career, but I have spent the majority of my time as Production for a recording artist, and as manager and drummer in my melodic punk band, Suburban Samurai.

Based in Burlington, Vermont, we have toured New England, the Mid Atlantic, and the Mid West USA with approximately 30-50 shows a year since 2016. Now we're enjoying the process of writing a new record.

In addition to spending the last four years very much inside a world of punk rock, I have also spent a number of years working closely with a musical artist in a production capacity which has allowed me to be involved with numerous concert tours, promotional events, and private gigs on five continents.

Whether we’re talking about gigs in a Brazilian soccer stadium, an arena in Melbourne, Jazzfest in Montreal, or a punk rock club in Boston, I appreciate the consistent and honest work that goes into music and its supporting industries.

About James


Tour support staff, audio engineer, and Bandhive founder

I began my path down the long, winding road of the music industry in 2009 as a host at a local radio station.

Since then, I've helped artists throughout the US, Canada, and Mexico with their bands and music. I've done things from writing reviews and interviewing bands to live production and tour management – the latter two being my favorite.

As a three time veteran of The Vans Warped Tour and several smaller tours, I understand the touring lifestyle and what is required for bands to hit the road the right way.

About Matt


Singer, songwriter, and frontman for Alive in Barcelona

Over 10 years in the music industry, over 200,000 miles toured, a top 100 radio single for 6 weeks, and two full length albums that charted on billboard.

I hate seeing people work hard to make it in a “dog-eat-dog” industry, so I run a music coaching business to help educate, enlighten, and reinvigorate musicians who feel like they’re not gaining the traction they want.

In short, I have a passion for teaching others to succeed.