The good news... Big-time booking agent caught one of my band's recent shows, loves what we're doing and wants an EPK.
The bad news... We don't have one.
So what's the best way for us to pull one together quickly? Also, anything in particular we should include (or leave out)?
My BL wants to have something sent by next week so thanks in advance for any help!
EPKs are sort of a thing of the past. I don't know of anyone who actually expects them. If you get a slick website, that's usually good enough.
If you really want to make an EPK, there's a few websites that'll help you.
Link Removed THe key is to make it BRIEF and TO THE POINT. 2-3 paragraphs to describe the band is all you need, and LIST ANY REFERENCES THAT YOU HAVE. Get some good quotes if you can, especially from club owners or promoters. Also, reference any media or print appearances that you can, even if it's just on a local cable show or an article or album review in the local alternative paper. Bigger/higher visibility is better, but anything you can list is better then nothing.
I would forego an epk and get a good website. Wordpress is a good way to go, and it's pretty easy. Just make sure you have an "About the Band" page or something like that and a few good, quality recordings. The latter should be the hardest part of the whole ordeal.
The important thing is to show (either in the EPK or the website) is that your band is active, can draw a good crowd, act professionally, and most importantly be profitable for the promoter or club.
