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The first thing to consider when starting a house show venue: what’s your motivation? Hosting house shows isn’t just all fun and games. You have to be a booker, a promoter, a stage manager, the live sound support (equipment and operation), bouncer, general house manager, and the set up/clean up crew. You’ll be the one dealing with the angry neighbor, and you’ll be the one talking to the police should they arrive.

If money is your answer, forget it… You won’t be making much money from house shows, and if you manage to, you’ll be summarily shut down once word gets around (remember the licenses!).

If fame is your answer, forget it too… You may enjoy some marginal recognition by those “in the know,” but it’s bands that get famous, not owners of venues.

Women (or men)? Heh… is it worth it?

Because it’s fun? Yes, it is fun, but it is also a lot of work (i.e. not fun).

The love of music? Ok, now we’re talking. In my opinion, there is no good reason to run a house show venue other than the sincere love of music. I know a lot of people have thrown parties with bands from time to time, but maintaining a consistent parade of shows at your house requires dedication and a passion for seeing live music up close and personal.