By the Zonagirante.com team @spinning zone
In the midst of all this uncertainty, where we not only, of course, constantly talk about health issues, taking care of ourselves at home, and protecting ourselves from the virus, We also wondered about the future of music, what independent musicians will do to support themselves and to spread their art Until the moment arrives when auditoriums, bars, and venues can reopen their doors so that, on a physical stage, they can receive the affection of their audience. The possibility of streaming concerts online is not new, but, given the need to respect quarantine measures in each of our countries, The trend is to turn on the webcam and start playing from a room in our home for the rest of the world to hear., And instead of hearing live applause, they'll receive all the usual emoticons to celebrate the repertoire of songs made available to the audience. But, we have to be smart and organize ourselves as a group., and among all the groups and solo projects, form collectives to increase the number of spectators and organize joint events. A good example of this is the Guest band at Fest, An initiative created in Argentina, which starts today, Thursday, and for the next three days (for now), will feature 12 live performances, starring such prominent names as Loli Molina, Paula Maffia, Lucia Tacchetti, among others. That's why we contacted Maco Moreira, I contacted one of the organizers of this activity to ask for details about it:
What is the festival about? on-line that you organize?
The festival aims to give visibility to all emerging artists during this difficult time. We created it in record time. This festival features renowned artists and also opens the door for emerging artists who also need exposure to apply. It's completely free, and our goal is to offer everyone a moment of connection with the emotions that music evokes in each of us. Now more than ever. .
How did they do this first curating of artists?
As an independent musician, I'm connected to this scene. I know the bands and artists on the lineup firsthand, and they're also independent or part of labels that work toward the same goal as me. guestband.com, to offer promotional tools for a growing number of artists. It's important to note that the festival has a 501% female quota, exceeding the 301% required by law. The goal is to provide more opportunities.
What technical requirements are needed to participate in these broadcasts?
We strive for the best possible sound quality, always keeping in mind that each artist performs from their own home. The minimum setup is a sound card to which a microphone and instrument are connected. From there, some artists incorporate backing tracks and projections, depending on what they have available in their personal space. This ensures we can deliver clean, clear sound and allow you to fully enjoy the music.
They already have three days scheduled, what's next?
We have twelve dates scheduled: Thursday the 26th, Friday the 27th, and Saturday the 28th. The next step is to open the call for submissions to all artists who wish to perform live. Of course, we will also have to curate the selection, but we will gradually broaden the possibilities, and a second edition with other renowned independent artists is likely.
What options are there for project participation from the rest of the Latin American continent?
The option is open to everyone, regardless of their place of residence; they simply need to register as musicians at guestband.com and apply for one of the available dates.
