Artist FAQ
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For all matters related to booking and scheduling:
Lio Kanine (lio@newcolossusfestival.com)
Steven Matrick (steven@newcolossusfestival.com)
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For all matters related to venues and production. Full advance info will be sent out closer to the festival.
Steven Matrick (steven@newcolossusfestival.com)
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Artist / Delegate Check In
We will open registration on Tuesday March 4th at 2pm at Pianos (158 Ludlow St). Artists will be able to pick up their badges here until 10pm.
Full registration hours:
Tuesday March 4: 2pm-10pm
Wednesday March 5: 2pm-8pm
Thursday March 6: 12pm-8pm
Friday March 7: 12pm-8:30pm
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If you cannot come during these hours, please email us to make an appointment.
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**On Wednesday Thursday afternoon, we’ll be hosting series of music industry panels and master classes. We highly encourage artists and their teams to attend. More information is coming soon.
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PROMO:
Your social media square is here for you to download and use.
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Show flyers will be posted here after we announce the schedule in February 2025.
Our linktree with all relevant links including the individual shows and festival playlist is here: http://linktr.ee/newcolossusfestival
When promoting your shows, be sure to tag the venues and the other artists playing and use @newcolossusfestival & #newcolossusfestival . Some other hashtags you can use are: #(nameofvenue) #lowereastside
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VENUE INFO:
All venues are strictly 21+ with proof of age required to enter.
Performers who are under 21 are able to perform their sets, but will have limited access to the rest of the festival. No other underage persons will be allowed into the venues. Please email Steven (steven@newcolossusfestival.com) if you have underage people in your band ASAP so he can give notice to the venues.
Be advised that these are not large rooms (~150 cap) and storage space is extremely limited. The venue reps will guide your load in and find an appropriate space for your gear, but we’d appreciate you loading out after your show to make room for the next performing artists.
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ARLENE'S GROCERY
95 Stanton St. @Ludlow
New York, NY 10002
Tech/Backline info (here)
BAKER FALLS
192 Allen St
New York, NY 10002
Tech/Backline info (here)
BERLIN
25 Avenue A @ E.2nd St.
New York, NY 10009
Tech/Backline info (here)
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BOWERY ELECTRIC
327 Bowery @ E. 3 St.
New York, NY 10003
Tech/Backline info (here).
Niagra
12 Avenue A
New York, NY 10009
Tech/Backline info (here)
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Drom
85 Avenue A
New York, NY 10009
Tech/Backline info (here)
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Nublu
151 Ave C @ E. 9th
New York, NY 10009
Tech/Backline info (here)
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Nublu Classic
62 Ave C @ E. 5th
New York, NY 10009
Tech/Backline info (here)
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Parkside Lounge
317 E. Houston St.
New York, NY 10002
Tech/Backlineinfo (here)
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PIANOS SHOWROOM
158 Ludlow St.
New York, NY 10002
Tech/Backline info (here)
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PIANOS UPSTAIRS LOUNGE
Backline presented by Maker Park Radio:
158 Ludlow St.
New York, NY 10002
Sour Mouse
110 Delancey St. @ Essex St
New York, NY 10002
Tech/Backline (here)
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Q: Can we share gear with other bands?
A: We'll leave the arrangement for gear shares up to you, but Steve can help by sharing contact info with you for the other bands playing your show.
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BACKLINE RENTAL
If the venue does not have what you need, here’s backline rental info from our friends at Magic Carpet:
New Colossus official performing artists receive 20% off on backline/van rentals. Act now, get a free gift! Please tell them we sent you.
Magic Carpet - your friends of the road.
We've got you covered - backline / vans / tm's and tour logistics. NYC, LA, Seattle, Chicago.
Instrument RENTAL
If you need to rent instruments, get in touch with SIR. They've offered discounts to festival performers in the past. Just let them know we sent you.
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DAY OF SHOW INFO
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Artists will have up to 30 minutes to perform. This includes 15min on each end of the set time for the upcoming artist to setup while the outgoing artists breakdown and load out. Please be courteous of the other performers on the lineup by arriving on time and setting up and breaking down as quickly as possible. If you choose to take an extra 10 minutes to set up, you will have 20 minutes to perform.
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Load-in:
In most cases, you will load in through the front door add (Berlin has a door on the side of the venue. If its locked you can load in through the bar 2A which Berlin is underneath). You should arrive 1.5 hours before your set time. Be sure to check in with the venue rep (contact info forthcoming) and the house sound person. Please contact the rep if you are running late to help us keep things moving along. If you plan to drive in, please be aware of the posted parking restrictions near the venue. Never leave gear unattended in your vehicle!
Q: Do we get a soundcheck?
A: As with all showcase festivals, all bands will be line checking. If you are the first band on your lineup, you may have extra time if you arrive an hour before your set. Please plan accordingly.
Q: Can someone under 21 years old attend my show?
A: Sorry, no. Again, the shows are strictly 21+ and a valid government ID is required to enter the venues.
Q: Do we have a guest list?
A: Yes, for your individual show(s), not for the whole festival. You will be alllowed 5 guest list spots per venue except Arlene's Grocery which allows 3 spots per band. Please keep in mind that the day shows are free and open to the public and you do not need guest lists for them.
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Q: Can I sell merch at my show / at the festival?
A: Yes and you can keep 100% of your sales. Please check with the venue rep on where you can set up. All of the venues have merch areas for you to set up your merch at.
Q: Where can I have merch made?
A: Contact our friends at Funhouse and tell them we sent you and you'll get a 20% discount.
Email: fun@funhousehouse.fun
Website: https://funhousehouse.fun/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/funhouse_screenprinting
TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATIONS
Q: We are an international band, do we need a visa to play?
A: The New Colossus expects performing artists and their teams to be aware of what is required of them to enter the US and work here. It is important that you understand that although the events target music industry professionals, they are also open to the general public.
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While we will provide international artists with an official letter of invitation to show to the officers when they arrive in the U.S., whether or not the U.S. government allows artists to enter the US to play New Colossus will be the decision of the individual passport control officer. We expect our invitation will be sufficient to gain entry, but this is always at the discretion of the officer on duty.
Q: Where do we stay when in NYC?
A: The hotels we had a discount at are booked up. Here are some alternative options nearby:
Gatsby Hotel:
https://www.gatsbyhotelnyc.com/
Redford Hotel:
https://www.redfordhotelnyc.com/
Soho 54
Hotel Indigo
https://www.ihg.com/hotelindigo/hotels/us/en/reservation
Ridge Hotel: