Detroit
Scrummage University
A psychedelic loft in Detroit's Eastern Market district. We have giant parties with totally rad music encompassing all genres. We achieve maximum fun. We teach you here at our university that no one is too stuffy to party. This is the place where all your wildest dreams can come true.
Shawn Addison, promoter/booking agent
i've been booking shows for almost 8 years now. will book just about anything. i do this for the bands and not myself.
the best way to reach me is via myspace (click above) or email at silentfilmsbooking@yahoo.com.
Grand Rapids
the DAAC
We go by "the DAAC" (pronounced like dak), it stands for Division Avenue Arts Cooperative. As part of the Avenue for the Arts in downtown Grand Rapids, we are an art and music venue. For booking, check the website (www.thedaac.org) for available dates and get in contact through email or myspace message.
Kalamazoo
DIT Kalamazoo
Collective of Kalamazoo promoters brought together to help touring bands find cool places to play. All genres are welcome. We will try to reply to every email, just don't be offended if we can't help you/aren't into your band. Check out the blog for a calendar of all upcoming shows. To request shows, send us an email at ditkalamazoo@gmail.com. In the subject be sure include the band name and date you're looking for. In the message include a band description and a link to your music. LET'S DO IT TOGETHER!
Lansing
Basement 414
a collectively operated Art gallery/Music venue. Our belief is that boredom is counter-revolutionary and art and music are the avenues progressive social change.
We base the merit of your music more on it's message than artistic value. We absolutely Do not allow any hate speech.
No drugs or alcohol are allowed and all shows are free admission. A place to crash is sometimes available and we can pass the hat for gas money but there are no guarantees.
We have a PA that is usually available if our sound guy is here.
We base the merit of your music more on it's message than artistic value. We absolutely Do not allow any hate speech.
We are all volunteers here so the more relaxed and groovy you are the more likely the people here are going to help you with your artistic endeavor.
Mt Pleasant
The Garage
a collective movement in Mt. Pleasant Michigan, run by house band Day In Day Out. We throw shows at least once a month. Our goal is to encourage enough growth in the music scene to support moving The Garage to a new (and better) location. Always a place to crash and 100% of donations is split evenly between the touring acts. We would love to help any and all bands or other live performances. For booking contact the members of DIDO at myspace.com/dayiondayoutmi or call Pat at (810) 333-2347. Contact by phone preferred.
Port Huron
Brendan's
I have the capability to record the performances that go on here.
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