Pay-to-Play or Just Business? | Ep 05

A local band blasted The Boardwalk online for “not paying,” but the truth wasn’t what they thought. In this episode of Between Two Palms, Derek and Mikey lay out exactly what went down, why promoters and communication matter, and why posting your frustrations on social media only hurts your band.We dig into how ticket sales really work, the difference between pay-to-play and partnerships, and how legendary LA spots like Whisky a Go Go, the Viper Room, and the Troubadour handle their booking. If you’re in a band trying to book shows, build a following, or just understand why venues ask you to sell tickets, this one’s a must-listen.👉 Follow @RockTheBoardwalk 👉 Bands: want to play The Boardwalk? Apply at rocktheboardwalk.com.#BetweenTwoPalms #BoardwalkStage #LiveMusicBusiness #PayToPlay #BandLife #SacramentoMusic #WhiskyAGoGo #ViperRoom #Troubadour